2024 BMW S 1000 XR vs 2024 SUZUKI KATANA
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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 BMW S 1000 XR 84 cm Tallest seat here
- 2024 SUZUKI KATANA 82.5 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 147 hp (2024 SUZUKI KATANA) up to 170 hp (2024 BMW S 1000 XR).
- Torque spans 108 Nm (2024 SUZUKI KATANA) up to 114 Nm (2024 BMW S 1000 XR).
- Weight spans 215 kg (2024 SUZUKI KATANA) to 227 kg (2024 BMW S 1000 XR).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | BMW S 1000 XR | SUZUKI KATANA |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | SUZUKI |
| Model | BMW S 1000 XR | SUZUKI KATANA |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 170hp | 147hp |
| Torque | 114nm. | 108nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 227kg | 215kg |
| Front brake | Twin disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper | Brembo, 4-piston, twin disc |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake, diameter 265 mm, 2-piston floating caliper | Nissin, 1-piston, single disc |
| Seat height (cm) | 84cm | 82.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 ZR17 | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless Dunlop Roadsport 2 |
| Rear tyre | 190/55 ZR17 | 190/50ZR17M/C (73W), tubeless Dunlop Roadsport 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, electronic self-adjusting rebound/compression damping (Dynamic ESA) | KYB 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 dampe |
| Motorcycle type | Touring | Touring |
| Top speed | 280km/h | 265km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 20 L – 6.7 L/100km | 12 L – 7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $17495 | $15199 |
| 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 |
-Suzuki Clutch Assist System (SCAS), Suzuki Advanced Traction Control -Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve (SDTV), Suzuki Exhaust Tuning (SET), Idle Speed Control (ISC) -Suzuki Composite Electrochemical Material (SCEM) |
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2024 BMW S 1000 XR vs 2024 SUZUKI KATANA: listed specifications
The 2024 BMW S 1000 XR and 2024 SUZUKI KATANA are closely matched in displacement, while the S 1000 XR has more peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed, and the KATANA has a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
S 1000 XR and KATANA have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
S 1000 XR has a clear listed power advantage (170 hp vs 147 hp).
Torque
S 1000 XR has a modest listed torque advantage (114 Nm vs 108 Nm).
Listed top speed
S 1000 XR has a modest listed top-speed advantage (280 km/h vs 265 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
KATANA has a modest listed weight advantage (215 kg vs 227 kg). KATANA has a lower listed seat height (82.5 cm vs 84 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height, while displacement remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW S 1000 XR vs SUZUKI KATANA?
BMW S 1000 XR is listed at 280 km/h (174 mph) vs 265 km/h (165 mph) for SUZUKI KATANA.
Which has more horsepower, BMW S 1000 XR or SUZUKI KATANA?
BMW S 1000 XR has 170 hp compared with 147 hp on the SUZUKI KATANA.
Which is lighter, BMW S 1000 XR or SUZUKI KATANA?
SUZUKI KATANA is lighter at 215 kg vs 227 kg for BMW S 1000 XR.
Which is better, BMW S 1000 XR or SUZUKI KATANA?
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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