2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R vs 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1
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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 Lowest seat here
- 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1 85.5 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 3 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 197 hp (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1) up to 202 hp (2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R).
- Torque spans 83.3 Nm (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1) up to 103.4 Nm (2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R).
- Weight spans 201 kg (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1) to 202 kg (2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R).
- Engine sizes are very close.
Reader votes so far — total 3: 2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R (1); 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1 (2).
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| Specification | SUZUKI GSX-R1000R | YAMAHA YZF-R1 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | SUZUKI | YAMAHA |
| Model | SUZUKI GSX-R1000R | YAMAHA YZF-R1 |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 202hp | 197hp |
| Torque | 103.4nm. | 83.3nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 202kg | 201kg |
| Front brake | Brembo Monobloc, 4-piston, twin disc, ABS-equipped | Dual 320mm hydraulic disc; Brake Control System and ABS |
| Rear brake | Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, ABS-equipped | 220mm hydraulic disc; Brake Control System and ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 82.5cm | 85.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless | 120/70ZR17 Bridgestone® BATTLAX RACING STREET RS11 |
| Rear tyre | 190/55ZR17M/C (75W), tubeless | 190/55ZR17 Bridgestone® BATTLAX RACING STREET RS11 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Showa Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped | 43mm KYB® inverted fork, fully adjustable; 4.7-in travel |
| Rear suspension | Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped | KYB® single shock, fully adjustable; 4.7-in travel |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Supersport |
| Top speed | 330km/h | 320km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 16 L – 7 L/100km | 17 L – 7.5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $18499 | $18399 |
| Brand price lists | View SUZUKI price list | View YAMAHA 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 |
-Ride-by-Wire Throttle System, MotoGP®-Level Controllability -Variable Intake System, Power Delivery Mode (PWR) -Lean Angle-Sensitive Traction Control System (TCS) -MotoGP®-Developed Slide Control System (SCS) -Lift Control System (LIF), Launch Control System (LCS) -Up & Down Quick Shift System (QSS) |
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2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R vs 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1: listed specifications
The 2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R and 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1 are closely matched in peak power and weight, while the GSX-R1000R has more torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
GSX-R1000R and YZF-R1 have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
GSX-R1000R and YZF-R1 have very similar peak power (202 hp vs 197 hp).
Torque
GSX-R1000R has a clear listed torque advantage (103.4 Nm vs 83.3 Nm).
Listed top speed
GSX-R1000R has a modest listed top-speed advantage (330 km/h vs 320 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
GSX-R1000R and YZF-R1 have very similar listed weights (202 kg vs 201 kg). GSX-R1000R has a lower listed seat height (82.5 cm vs 85.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in torque, listed top speed and seat height, while displacement, peak power and weight remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of SUZUKI GSX-R1000R vs YAMAHA YZF-R1?
SUZUKI GSX-R1000R is listed at 330 km/h (205 mph) vs 320 km/h (199 mph) for YAMAHA YZF-R1.
Which has more horsepower, SUZUKI GSX-R1000R or YAMAHA YZF-R1?
SUZUKI GSX-R1000R has 202 hp compared with 197 hp on the YAMAHA YZF-R1.
Which is lighter, SUZUKI GSX-R1000R or YAMAHA YZF-R1?
YAMAHA YZF-R1 is lighter at 201 kg vs 202 kg for SUZUKI GSX-R1000R.
Which is better, SUZUKI GSX-R1000R or YAMAHA YZF-R1?
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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