2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R vs 2024 HONDA CB650R

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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.

Top on paper
2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R
100 pts
2024 HONDA CB650R
0 pts

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

2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R
45 pts
Best fit here
2024 HONDA CB650R
61.8 pts

Touring / long rides

Best fit here
2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R
71.5 pts
2024 HONDA CB650R
34.5 pts

Sporty riding

Best fit here
2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R
99 pts
2024 HONDA CB650R
19.8 pts

New rider friendly

2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R
22.7 pts
Best fit here
2024 HONDA CB650R
74.7 pts

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 HONDA CB650R 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 95 hp (2024 HONDA CB650R) up to 202 hp (2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R).
  • Torque spans 63 Nm (2024 HONDA CB650R) up to 103.4 Nm (2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R).
  • Weight spans 202 kg (2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R) to 205 kg (2024 HONDA CB650R).
  • Displacement spans 650 cc (2024 HONDA CB650R) to 1000 cc (2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R).
Specification SUZUKI GSX-R1000R HONDA CB650R
Brand SUZUKI HONDA
Model SUZUKI GSX-R1000R HONDA CB650R
Engine size 1000cc 650cc
Power 202hp 95hp
Torque 103.4nm. 63nm.
Cylinders / valves 4 cylinders, 16 valves 4 cylinders, 16 valves
Weight 202kg 205kg
Front brake Brembo Monobloc, 4-piston, twin disc, ABS-equipped 310 mm x 4.5 mm double disc with four piston caliper
Rear brake Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, ABS-equipped 240 mm x 5 mm disc with single piston caliper
Seat height (cm) 82.5cm 81cm
Front tyre 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless 120/70ZR17 M/C (58W)
Rear tyre 190/55ZR17M/C (75W), tubeless 180/55ZR17 M/C (73W)
Cooling Liquid cooling Liquid cooling
Front suspension Showa Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped 41mm Showa Separate Function front Fork Big Piston (SFF-BP) USD forks
Rear suspension Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped Monoshock damper with 10 stage adjustable preload, 43.5mm stroke
Motorcycle type Supersport Naked
Top speed 330km/h 235km/h
Fuel capacity / consumption 16 L – 7 L/100km 15.4 L – 5.5 L/100km
Service network
Service quality
Parts availability
Price $18499 $9399
Brand price lists View SUZUKI price list View HONDA 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

-A.S.clutch E-Clutch, 5-inch full colour TFT screen, 

-Emergency Stop Signal (ESS), (HSTC) Honda Selectable Torque Control, 

-HSS

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2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R vs 2024 HONDA CB650R: listed specifications

The 2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R and 2024 HONDA CB650R 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 650 cc).

Peak power

GSX-R1000R has a clear listed power advantage (202 hp vs 95 hp).

Torque

GSX-R1000R has a clear listed torque advantage (103.4 Nm vs 63 Nm).

Listed top speed

GSX-R1000R has a clear listed top-speed advantage (330 km/h vs 235 km/h).

Cooling

Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.

Weight and seat height

GSX-R1000R and CB650R have very similar listed weights (202 kg vs 205 kg). CB650R 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.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of SUZUKI GSX-R1000R vs HONDA CB650R?

SUZUKI GSX-R1000R is listed at 330 km/h (205 mph) vs 235 km/h (146 mph) for HONDA CB650R.

Which has more horsepower, SUZUKI GSX-R1000R or HONDA CB650R?

SUZUKI GSX-R1000R has 202 hp compared with 95 hp on the HONDA CB650R.

Which is lighter, SUZUKI GSX-R1000R or HONDA CB650R?

SUZUKI GSX-R1000R is lighter at 202 kg vs 205 kg for HONDA CB650R.

Which is better, SUZUKI GSX-R1000R or HONDA CB650R?

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.