SUZUKI GSX-8S vs 2024 YAMAHA MT-09
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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.
- SUZUKI GSX-8S 81 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 YAMAHA MT-09 82.5 cm Tallest 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 81.7 hp (SUZUKI GSX-8S) up to 119 hp (2024 YAMAHA MT-09).
- Torque spans 77.9 Nm (SUZUKI GSX-8S) up to 93 Nm (2024 YAMAHA MT-09).
- Weight spans 193 kg (2024 YAMAHA MT-09) to 202 kg (SUZUKI GSX-8S).
- Displacement spans 800 cc (SUZUKI GSX-8S) to 900 cc (2024 YAMAHA MT-09).
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| Specification | SUZUKI GSX-8S | YAMAHA MT-09 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | SUZUKI | YAMAHA |
| Model | SUZUKI GSX-8S | YAMAHA MT-09 |
| Engine size | 800cc | 900cc |
| Power | 81.7hp | 119hp |
| Torque | 77.9nm. | 93nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | 3 cylinders, 12 valves |
| Weight | 202kg | 193kg |
| Front brake | NISSIN, Radial-mount 4-piston calipers, twin disc, ABS-equipped | Dual 298mm hydraulic disc; ABS |
| Rear brake | NISSIN, 1-piston caliper, single disc, ABS-equipped | 245mm hydraulic disc; ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 81cm | 82.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) | 120/70ZR17 (Bridgestone® Battlax Hypersport S23) |
| Rear tyre | 180/55ZR17M/C (73W) | 180/55ZR17 (Bridgestone® Battlax Hypersport S23) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped | 41mm inverted fork, adjustable preload, compression and rebound; 5.1-in travel |
| Rear suspension | Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped | Single shock, adjustable preload and rebound damping; 4.6-in travel |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 230km/h | 245km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14 L – 6.5 L/100km | 14 L – 6 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $8999 | $10599 |
| Brand price lists | View SUZUKI price list | View YAMAHA price list |
| Extra features | -Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (S-DMS), Suzuki Traction Control System (STCS), Ride-by-Wire Electronic Throttle System, Bi-directional Quick Shift System (QS), The Suzuki Easy Start System, The Low RPM Assist System, S.I.R.S. Supporting Technologies |
-New Five-Inch Full-Color TFT Display with Updated Switchgear, New Smartphone Connectivity, New Back Slip Regulator -New Customizable YRC Ride Modes, Acoustic Amplifier Grilles for Enhanced Intake Sound, New Brembo Radial Master Cylinder, New Third-Generation Quickshifter -New Cruise Control & Turn Signal Functions, Six-Axis IMU |
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2023 SUZUKI GSX-8S vs 2024 YAMAHA MT-09: listed specifications
The 2023 SUZUKI GSX-8S and 2024 YAMAHA MT-09 differ on the listed specifications: the MT-09 has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
MT-09 has a larger listed engine displacement (900 cc vs 800 cc).
Peak power
MT-09 has a clear listed power advantage (119 hp vs 81.7 hp).
Torque
MT-09 has a clear listed torque advantage (93 Nm vs 77.9 Nm).
Listed top speed
MT-09 has a modest listed top-speed advantage (245 km/h vs 230 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
MT-09 has a modest listed weight advantage (193 kg vs 202 kg). GSX-8S has a lower listed seat height (81 cm vs 82.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of SUZUKI GSX-8S vs YAMAHA MT-09?
YAMAHA MT-09 is listed at 245 km/h (152 mph) vs 230 km/h (143 mph) for SUZUKI GSX-8S.
Which has more horsepower, SUZUKI GSX-8S or YAMAHA MT-09?
YAMAHA MT-09 has 119 hp compared with 82 hp on the SUZUKI GSX-8S.
Which is lighter, SUZUKI GSX-8S or YAMAHA MT-09?
YAMAHA MT-09 is lighter at 193 kg vs 202 kg for SUZUKI GSX-8S.
Which is better, SUZUKI GSX-8S or YAMAHA MT-09?
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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