2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R vs 2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R
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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 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R 82.5 cm Tallest seat here
- 2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R 81 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1.5 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 81.8 hp (2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R) up to 202 hp (2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R).
- Torque spans 78 Nm (2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R) up to 103.4 Nm (2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R).
- Weight spans 202 kg (2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R) to 205 kg (2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R).
- Displacement spans 800 cc (2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R) to 1000 cc (2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R).
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| Specification | SUZUKI GSX-R1000R | SUZUKI GSX-8R |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | SUZUKI | SUZUKI |
| Model | SUZUKI GSX-R1000R | SUZUKI GSX-8R |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 800cc |
| Power | 202hp | 81.8hp |
| Torque | 103.4nm. | 78nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 202kg | 205kg |
| Front brake | Brembo Monobloc, 4-piston, twin disc, ABS-equipped | Dual 310mm discs with four-piston Nissin calipers |
| Rear brake | Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, ABS-equipped | Utilizes a single-piston caliper on a 240mm disc |
| Seat height (cm) | 82.5cm | 81cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) tubeless (Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2) |
| Rear tyre | 190/55ZR17M/C (75W), tubeless | 180/55ZR17M/C (73W) tubeless (Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Showa Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped | Showa inverted fork, spring-loaded, oil-damped. |
| Rear suspension | Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped | Showa linkage-type, spring-loaded, oil-damped. |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Supersport |
| Top speed | 330km/h | 240km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 16 L – 7 L/100km | 14 L – 4.5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $18499 | $9439 |
| Brand price lists | View SUZUKI price list | View SUZUKI price list |
| Extra features | -Traction Control, Bi-directional Quick Shift System, Ride-by-Wire, Idle Speed Control (ISC) -Suzuki Easy Start System, three-mode Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (S-DMS),Suzuki Low RPM Assist System -Launch Control System, CAN Bus system |
-Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (SDMS), A, B, and C modes, traction control for three modes, basic (non-cornering) ABS, quickshifter. |
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2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R vs 2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R: listed specifications
The 2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R and 2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R are closely matched in weight, while the GSX-R1000R has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
GSX-R1000R has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (1000 cc vs 800 cc).
Peak power
GSX-R1000R has a clear listed power advantage (202 hp vs 81.8 hp).
Torque
GSX-R1000R has a clear listed torque advantage (103.4 Nm vs 78 Nm).
Listed top speed
GSX-R1000R has a clear listed top-speed advantage (330 km/h vs 240 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
GSX-R1000R and GSX-8R have very similar listed weights (202 kg vs 205 kg). GSX-8R has a lower listed seat height (81 cm vs 82.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed and seat height, while weight remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of SUZUKI GSX-R1000R vs SUZUKI GSX-8R?
SUZUKI GSX-R1000R is listed at 330 km/h (205 mph) vs 240 km/h (149 mph) for SUZUKI GSX-8R.
Which has more horsepower, SUZUKI GSX-R1000R or SUZUKI GSX-8R?
SUZUKI GSX-R1000R has 202 hp compared with 82 hp on the SUZUKI GSX-8R.
Which is lighter, SUZUKI GSX-R1000R or SUZUKI GSX-8R?
SUZUKI GSX-R1000R is lighter at 202 kg vs 205 kg for SUZUKI GSX-8R.
Which is better, SUZUKI GSX-R1000R or SUZUKI GSX-8R?
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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