2024 BMW S 1000 XR vs 2024 SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT

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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 BMW S 1000 XR
78.5 pts
2024 SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT
21.5 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 BMW S 1000 XR
43.6 pts
Best fit here
2024 SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT
57.4 pts

Touring / long rides

Best fit here
2024 BMW S 1000 XR
88.3 pts
2024 SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT
34 pts

Sporty riding

Best fit here
2024 BMW S 1000 XR
74.4 pts
2024 SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT
19.4 pts

New rider friendly

2024 BMW S 1000 XR
22.8 pts
Best fit here
2024 SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT
76.2 pts

Seat height (cm)

Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.

  • 2024 BMW S 1000 XR 84 cm Tallest seat here
  • 2024 SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT 81 cm Lowest 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 152 hp (2024 SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT) up to 170 hp (2024 BMW S 1000 XR).
  • Torque spans 106 Nm (2024 SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT) up to 114 Nm (2024 BMW S 1000 XR).
  • Weight spans 226 kg (2024 SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT) to 227 kg (2024 BMW S 1000 XR).
  • Engine sizes are very close.
Specification BMW S 1000 XR SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT
Brand BMW SUZUKI
Model BMW S 1000 XR SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT
Engine size 1000cc 1000cc
Power 170hp 152hp
Torque 114nm. 106nm.
Cylinders / valves 4 cylinders, 16 valves 4 cylinders, 16 valves
Weight 227kg 226kg
Front brake Twin disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper Brembo, 4-piston, twin disc, ABS-equipped
Rear brake Single disc brake, diameter 265 mm, 2-piston floating caliper Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, ABS-equipped
Seat height (cm) 84cm 81cm
Front tyre 120/70 ZR17 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless
Rear tyre 190/55 ZR17 190/50ZR17M/C (73W), tubeless
Cooling Liquid cooling Liquid cooling
Front suspension Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, electronic self-adjusting rebound/compression damping (Dynamic ESA) Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear suspension Aluminium double-sided swing-arm, central shock absorber, electronic preload adjuster, electronic self-adjusting rebound/compression damping (Dynamic ESA) Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped
Motorcycle type Touring Touring
Top speed 280km/h 280km/h
Fuel capacity / consumption 20 L – 6.7 L/100km 19 L – 6.5 L/100km
Service network
Service quality
Parts availability
Price $17495 $13499
Brand price lists View BMW price list View SUZUKI price list
Extra features

-Headlight Pro (daytime riding light icon & adaptive headlight; observe country-specific regulations)

-Riding modes Pro (incl. HSC Pro, MSR, ABS Pro & DTC)

-Dynamic ESA chassis, Keyless Ride, Integrated case holder, Toll pass compartment

-Storage compartment under seat, USB charging interface, Emergency call

  • -6.5-inch TFT display, USB port and Bluetooth connectivity,
  • -Suzuki Traction Control System (5 modes), Suzuki easy start,
  • -Ride-by-wire, Intelligent riding system, Cruise Control, 3 riding modes

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2024 BMW S 1000 XR vs 2024 SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT: listed specifications

The 2024 BMW S 1000 XR and 2024 SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT are closely matched in weight and displacement, while the S 1000 XR has more peak power and torque.

Engine displacement

S 1000 XR and GSX-S1000GT have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).

Peak power

S 1000 XR has a modest listed power advantage (170 hp vs 152 hp).

Torque

S 1000 XR has a modest listed torque advantage (114 Nm vs 106 Nm).

Listed top speed

S 1000 XR and GSX-S1000GT have very similar listed top speeds (280 km/h vs 280 km/h).

Cooling

Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.

Weight and seat height

S 1000 XR and GSX-S1000GT have very similar listed weights (227 kg vs 226 kg). GSX-S1000GT has a lower listed seat height (81 cm vs 84 cm).

Conclusion

The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque and seat height, while displacement, listed top speed and weight remain relatively close.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of BMW S 1000 XR vs SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT?

Both are listed at 280 km/h (174 mph) top speed in our specification data.

Which has more horsepower, BMW S 1000 XR or SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT?

BMW S 1000 XR has 170 hp compared with 152 hp on the SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT.

Which is lighter, BMW S 1000 XR or SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT?

SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT is lighter at 226 kg vs 227 kg for BMW S 1000 XR.

Which is better, BMW S 1000 XR or SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT?

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.