2024 HONDA CB300R vs SUZUKI GSX-S1000
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 HONDA CB300R 80 cm Lowest seat here
- SUZUKI GSX-S1000 81 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 27.5 hp (2024 HONDA CB300R) up to 152 hp (SUZUKI GSX-S1000).
- Torque spans 24 Nm (2024 HONDA CB300R) up to 108 Nm (SUZUKI GSX-S1000).
- Weight spans 146 kg (2024 HONDA CB300R) to 214 kg (SUZUKI GSX-S1000).
- Displacement spans 300 cc (2024 HONDA CB300R) to 1000 cc (SUZUKI GSX-S1000).
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| Specification | HONDA CB300R | SUZUKI GSX-S1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | HONDA | SUZUKI |
| Model | HONDA CB300R | SUZUKI GSX-S1000 |
| Engine size | 300cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 27.5hp | 152hp |
| Torque | 24nm. | 108nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Single cylinder, 4 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 146kg | 214kg |
| Front brake | Single 296mm disc; ABS | Brembo, 4-piston, twin disc, ABS-equipped |
| Rear brake | Single 220mm disc; ABS | Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, ABS-equipped |
| Seat height (cm) | 80cm | 81cm |
| Front tyre | 110/70-17 | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless |
| Rear tyre | 150/60-17 | 190/50ZR17M/C (73W), tubeless |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 41mm inverted fork; 5.1-inch travel | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
| Rear suspension | Pro-Link® single shock; 5.2-inch travel | Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 180km/h | 270km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 9.7 L – 4 L/100km | 19 L – 8 L/100km |
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| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $5149 | $11699 |
| Brand price lists | View HONDA price list | View SUZUKI price list |
| Extra features | -Ride-by-Wire throttle, Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (S-DMS), Traction Control, Bi-directional Quick Shift system (QS) -Suzuki Exhaust Tuning (SET), LCD panel, Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (SDMS), Suzuki Easy Start System, Low RPM Assist System |
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2024 HONDA CB300R vs 2023 SUZUKI GSX-S1000: listed specifications
The 2024 HONDA CB300R and 2023 SUZUKI GSX-S1000 differ on the listed specifications: the CB300R has a lower listed weight, and the GSX-S1000 has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
GSX-S1000 has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (1000 cc vs 300 cc).
Peak power
GSX-S1000 has a clear listed power advantage (152 hp vs 27.5 hp).
Torque
GSX-S1000 has a clear listed torque advantage (108 Nm vs 24 Nm).
Listed top speed
GSX-S1000 has a clear listed top-speed advantage (270 km/h vs 180 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
CB300R is notably lighter on the listed weight (146 kg vs 214 kg). CB300R and GSX-S1000 have very similar seat heights (80 cm vs 81 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed and weight, while seat height remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of HONDA CB300R vs SUZUKI GSX-S1000?
SUZUKI GSX-S1000 is listed at 270 km/h (168 mph) vs 180 km/h (112 mph) for HONDA CB300R.
Which has more horsepower, HONDA CB300R or SUZUKI GSX-S1000?
SUZUKI GSX-S1000 has 152 hp compared with 28 hp on the HONDA CB300R.
Which is lighter, HONDA CB300R or SUZUKI GSX-S1000?
HONDA CB300R is lighter at 146 kg vs 214 kg for SUZUKI GSX-S1000.
Which is better, HONDA CB300R or SUZUKI GSX-S1000?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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