2024 SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT vs DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss
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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-S1000GT 81 cm Lowest seat here
- DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss 83.5 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 2.5 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 152 hp (2024 SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT) up to 155 hp (DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss).
- Torque spans 104 Nm (DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss) up to 106 Nm (2024 SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT).
- Weight spans 197 kg (DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss) to 226 kg (2024 SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT | DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | SUZUKI | DUCATI |
| Model | SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT | DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 152hp | 155hp |
| Torque | 106nm. | 104nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 226kg | 197kg |
| Front brake | Brembo, 4-piston, twin disc, ABS-equipped | Dual 320mm Discs ABS (Brembo calipers) |
| Rear brake | Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, ABS-equipped | 245mm Disc ABS (Brembo calipers) |
| Seat height (cm) | 81cm | 83.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless | 120/70ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 4 Corsa |
| Rear tyre | 190/50ZR17M/C (73W), tubeless | 180/60ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 4 Corsa |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped | Öhlins NIX30 43mm, TiN-coated, fully adjustable. |
| Rear suspension | Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped | Fully adjustable Öhlins TTX36 mono shock. |
| Motorcycle type | Touring | Supersport |
| Top speed | 280km/h | 280km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 19 L – 6.5 L/100km | 17 L – 6 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $13499 | $22995 |
| Brand price lists | View SUZUKI price list | View DUCATI price list |
| Extra features |
|
-Riding Modes, Power Modes, Bosch Cornering ABS EVO, Ducati Traction Control (DTC) EVO 2, Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC) EVO, Engine Brake Control (EBC) EVO, Automatic tire calibration. -Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down EVO 2, Daytime Running Light (DRL) with Full LED lighting, Öhlins steering damper, Auto-off indicators, Lithium-ion battery, Carbon fiber and titanium exhaust end cap. |
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2024 SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT vs 2023 DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss: listed specifications
The 2024 SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT and 2023 DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss are closely matched in peak power and torque, while the Panigale V2 Bayliss has a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
GSX-S1000GT and Panigale V2 Bayliss have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
GSX-S1000GT and Panigale V2 Bayliss have very similar peak power (152 hp vs 155 hp).
Torque
GSX-S1000GT and Panigale V2 Bayliss have very similar listed torque (106 Nm vs 104 Nm).
Listed top speed
GSX-S1000GT and Panigale V2 Bayliss 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
Panigale V2 Bayliss is notably lighter on the listed weight (197 kg vs 226 kg). GSX-S1000GT has a lower listed seat height (81 cm vs 83.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in weight and seat height, while displacement, peak power, torque and listed top speed remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT vs DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss?
Both are listed at 280 km/h (174 mph) top speed in our specification data.
Which has more horsepower, SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT or DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss?
DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss has 155 hp compared with 152 hp on the SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT.
Which is lighter, SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT or DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss?
DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss is lighter at 197 kg vs 226 kg for SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT.
Which is better, SUZUKI GSX-S1000GT or DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss?
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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