2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R vs 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1

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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 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R
85 pts
2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1
15 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 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R
36.5 pts
Best fit here
2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1
62.5 pts

Touring / long rides

Best fit here
2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R
88.3 pts
2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1
14.3 pts

Sporty riding

Best fit here
2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R
99 pts
2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1
25 pts

New rider friendly

2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R
35 pts
Best fit here
2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1
53.5 pts

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
  • 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1 85.5 cm Tallest 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 197 hp (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1) up to 202 hp (2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R).
  • Torque spans 83.3 Nm (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1) up to 103.4 Nm (2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R).
  • Weight spans 201 kg (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1) to 202 kg (2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R).
  • Engine sizes are very close.

Reader votes so far — total 3: 2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R (1); 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1 (2).

Specification SUZUKI GSX-R1000R YAMAHA YZF-R1
Brand SUZUKI YAMAHA
Model SUZUKI GSX-R1000R YAMAHA YZF-R1
Engine size 1000cc 1000cc
Power 202hp 197hp
Torque 103.4nm. 83.3nm.
Cylinders / valves 4 cylinders, 16 valves 4 cylinders, 16 valves
Weight 202kg 201kg
Front brake Brembo Monobloc, 4-piston, twin disc, ABS-equipped Dual 320mm hydraulic disc; Brake Control System and ABS
Rear brake Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, ABS-equipped 220mm hydraulic disc; Brake Control System and ABS
Seat height (cm) 82.5cm 85.5cm
Front tyre 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless 120/70ZR17 Bridgestone® BATTLAX RACING STREET RS11
Rear tyre 190/55ZR17M/C (75W), tubeless 190/55ZR17 Bridgestone® BATTLAX RACING STREET RS11
Cooling Liquid cooling Liquid cooling
Front suspension Showa Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped 43mm KYB® inverted fork, fully adjustable; 4.7-in travel
Rear suspension Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped KYB® single shock, fully adjustable; 4.7-in travel
Motorcycle type Supersport Supersport
Top speed 330km/h 320km/h
Fuel capacity / consumption 16 L – 7 L/100km 17 L – 7.5 L/100km
Service network
Service quality
Parts availability
Price $18499 $18399
Brand price lists View SUZUKI price list View YAMAHA 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

-Ride-by-Wire Throttle System, MotoGP®-Level Controllability

-Variable Intake System, Power Delivery Mode (PWR)

-Lean Angle-Sensitive Traction Control System (TCS)

-MotoGP®-Developed Slide Control System (SCS)

-Lift Control System (LIF), Launch Control System (LCS)

-Up & Down Quick Shift System (QSS)

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2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R vs 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1: listed specifications

The 2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R and 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1 are closely matched in peak power and weight, while the GSX-R1000R has more torque, and the higher listed top speed.

Engine displacement

GSX-R1000R and YZF-R1 have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).

Peak power

GSX-R1000R and YZF-R1 have very similar peak power (202 hp vs 197 hp).

Torque

GSX-R1000R has a clear listed torque advantage (103.4 Nm vs 83.3 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 YZF-R1 have very similar listed weights (202 kg vs 201 kg). GSX-R1000R has a lower listed seat height (82.5 cm vs 85.5 cm).

Conclusion

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of SUZUKI GSX-R1000R vs YAMAHA YZF-R1?

SUZUKI GSX-R1000R is listed at 330 km/h (205 mph) vs 320 km/h (199 mph) for YAMAHA YZF-R1.

Which has more horsepower, SUZUKI GSX-R1000R or YAMAHA YZF-R1?

SUZUKI GSX-R1000R has 202 hp compared with 197 hp on the YAMAHA YZF-R1.

Which is lighter, SUZUKI GSX-R1000R or YAMAHA YZF-R1?

YAMAHA YZF-R1 is lighter at 201 kg vs 202 kg for SUZUKI GSX-R1000R.

Which is better, SUZUKI GSX-R1000R or YAMAHA YZF-R1?

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.