2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R vs KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R
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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
- KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R 83.5 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 202 hp (2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R) up to 213 hp (KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R).
- Torque spans 103.4 Nm (2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R) up to 114.9 Nm (KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R).
- Weight spans 202 kg (2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R) to 206 kg (KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | SUZUKI GSX-R1000R | KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | SUZUKI | KAWASAKI |
| Model | SUZUKI GSX-R1000R | KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 202hp | 213hp |
| Torque | 103.4nm. | 114.9nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 202kg | 206kg |
| Front brake | Brembo Monobloc, 4-piston, twin disc, ABS-equipped | 330 mm Brembo dual disc, dual radial-mounted Brembo M50 monoblock, 4-piston caliper |
| Rear brake | Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, ABS-equipped | 220 mm single disc, single-piston caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 82.5cm | 83.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) |
| Rear tyre | 190/55ZR17M/C (75W), tubeless | 190/55ZR17M/C (75W) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Showa Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped | 43mm inverted fork with unbalanced external compression chamber, KECS-controlled rebound damping, compression damping, and spring preload adjustable. |
| Rear suspension | Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped | Horizontal, back-link, BFRC lite gas-charged shock with KECS-controlled compression damping, rebound damping, and spring preload adjustable. Additional Features: |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Supersport |
| Top speed | 330km/h | 320km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 16 L – 7 L/100km | 17 L – 7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $18499 | $17799 |
| Brand price lists | View SUZUKI price list | View KAWASAKI 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 |
Additional Features:
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2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R vs 2023 KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R: listed specifications
The 2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R and 2023 KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R are closely matched in weight and displacement, while the GSX-R1000R has the higher listed top speed, and the Ninja ZX-10R has more peak power and torque.
Engine displacement
GSX-R1000R and Ninja ZX-10R have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
Ninja ZX-10R has a modest listed power advantage (213 hp vs 202 hp).
Torque
Ninja ZX-10R has a modest listed torque advantage (114.9 Nm vs 103.4 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 Ninja ZX-10R have very similar listed weights (202 kg vs 206 kg). GSX-R1000R and Ninja ZX-10R have very similar seat heights (82.5 cm vs 83.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque and listed top speed, while displacement, weight and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of SUZUKI GSX-R1000R vs KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R?
SUZUKI GSX-R1000R is listed at 330 km/h (205 mph) vs 320 km/h (199 mph) for KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R.
Which has more horsepower, SUZUKI GSX-R1000R or KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R?
KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R has 213 hp compared with 202 hp on the SUZUKI GSX-R1000R.
Which is lighter, SUZUKI GSX-R1000R or KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R?
SUZUKI GSX-R1000R is lighter at 202 kg vs 206 kg for KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R.
Which is better, SUZUKI GSX-R1000R or KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R?
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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