2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 vs SUZUKI GSX-8S
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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 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 82 cm Tallest seat here
- SUZUKI GSX-8S 81 cm Lowest 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 81.7 hp (SUZUKI GSX-8S) up to 105 hp (2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801).
- Torque spans 77.9 Nm (SUZUKI GSX-8S) up to 87 Nm (2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801).
- Weight spans 181 kg (2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801) to 202 kg (SUZUKI GSX-8S).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 | SUZUKI GSX-8S |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | HUSQVARNA | SUZUKI |
| Model | Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 | SUZUKI GSX-8S |
| Engine size | 800cc | 800cc |
| Power | 105hp | 81.7hp |
| Torque | 87nm. | 77.9nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 181kg | 202kg |
| Front brake | 2x radially mounted 4 piston caliper | NISSIN, Radial-mount 4-piston calipers, twin disc, ABS-equipped |
| Rear brake | Single-piston floating calliper, brake disc | NISSIN, 1-piston caliper, single disc, ABS-equipped |
| Seat height (cm) | 82cm | 81cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 R17 Pirelli mt60 RS | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) |
| Rear tyre | 180/55 R17 Pirelli MT60 RS | 180/55ZR17M/C (73W) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | WP APEX 43 | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
| Rear suspension | WP APEX - Monoshock | Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 205km/h | 230km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14 L – 4.5 L/100km | 14 L – 6.5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $10899 | $8999 |
| Brand price lists | View HUSQVARNA price list | View SUZUKI price list |
| Extra features | The Svartpilen 801 has an immobiliser fitted as standard to provide anti-theft protection. Smartphone bracket Crash bung kit Radiator protection grille Mirror USB-C power outlet kit Spring hook Smartphone universal case 5" TFT Screen
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-Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (S-DMS), Suzuki Traction Control System (STCS), Ride-by-Wire Electronic Throttle System, Bi-directional Quick Shift System (QS), The Suzuki Easy Start System, The Low RPM Assist System, S.I.R.S. Supporting Technologies |
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2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 vs 2023 SUZUKI GSX-8S: listed specifications
The 2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 and 2023 SUZUKI GSX-8S are closely matched in displacement, while the Svartpilen 801 has more peak power and torque, and a lower listed weight, and the GSX-8S has the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
Svartpilen 801 and GSX-8S have very similar engine displacement (800 cc vs 800 cc).
Peak power
Svartpilen 801 has a clear listed power advantage (105 hp vs 81.7 hp).
Torque
Svartpilen 801 has a modest listed torque advantage (87 Nm vs 77.9 Nm).
Listed top speed
GSX-8S has a clear listed top-speed advantage (230 km/h vs 205 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Svartpilen 801 is notably lighter on the listed weight (181 kg vs 202 kg). Svartpilen 801 and GSX-8S have very similar seat heights (82 cm vs 81 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque, listed top speed and weight, while displacement and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 vs SUZUKI GSX-8S?
SUZUKI GSX-8S is listed at 230 km/h (143 mph) vs 205 km/h (127 mph) for Husqvarna Svartpilen 801.
Which has more horsepower, Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 or SUZUKI GSX-8S?
Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 has 105 hp compared with 82 hp on the SUZUKI GSX-8S.
Which is lighter, Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 or SUZUKI GSX-8S?
Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 is lighter at 181 kg vs 202 kg for SUZUKI GSX-8S.
Which is better, Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 or SUZUKI GSX-8S?
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