BMW S 1000 R vs SUZUKI GSX-S1000
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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.
- BMW S 1000 R 83 cm Tallest seat here
- SUZUKI GSX-S1000 81 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 2 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 (SUZUKI GSX-S1000) up to 165 hp (BMW S 1000 R).
- Torque spans 108 Nm (SUZUKI GSX-S1000) up to 114 Nm (BMW S 1000 R).
- Weight spans 208 kg (BMW S 1000 R) to 214 kg (SUZUKI GSX-S1000).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | BMW S 1000 R | SUZUKI GSX-S1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | SUZUKI |
| Model | BMW S 1000 R | SUZUKI GSX-S1000 |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 165hp | 152hp |
| Torque | 114nm. | 108nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 208kg | 214kg |
| Front brake | Twin-disc brake with a diameter of 320 mm, four-piston fixed calliper | Brembo, 4-piston, twin disc, ABS-equipped |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake with a diameter of 220 mm, one-piston floating calliper | Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, ABS-equipped |
| Seat height (cm) | 83cm | 81cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 ZR 17 | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless |
| Rear tyre | 190/55 ZR 17 | 190/50ZR17M/C (73W), tubeless |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 45 mm, spring preload and adjustable rebound and compression stage | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
| Rear suspension | Aluminium underbeam swinging arm, Full-Floater Pro, central shock absorber, adjustable rebound and compression damping and adjustable spring preload | Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 270km/h | 270km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 16.5 L – 7 L/100km | 19 L – 8 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $13945 | $11699 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View SUZUKI price list |
| Extra features | -Three riding modes (Rain, Road, Dynamic, incl. HSC), Six-axis sensor box incl. ABS Pro & DTC -TFT display with connectivity, Adjustable handlebar position, Intelligent emergency call ECALL |
-Ride-by-Wire throttle, Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (S-DMS), Traction Control, Bi-directional Quick Shift system (QS) -Suzuki Exhaust Tuning (SET), LCD panel, Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (SDMS), Suzuki Easy Start System, Low RPM Assist System |
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2023 BMW S 1000 R vs 2023 SUZUKI GSX-S1000: listed specifications
The 2023 BMW S 1000 R and 2023 SUZUKI GSX-S1000 are closely matched in weight and displacement, while the S 1000 R has more peak power and torque.
Engine displacement
S 1000 R and GSX-S1000 have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
S 1000 R has a modest listed power advantage (165 hp vs 152 hp).
Torque
S 1000 R has a modest listed torque advantage (114 Nm vs 108 Nm).
Listed top speed
S 1000 R and GSX-S1000 have very similar listed top speeds (270 km/h vs 270 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
S 1000 R and GSX-S1000 have very similar listed weights (208 kg vs 214 kg). GSX-S1000 has a lower listed seat height (81 cm vs 83 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.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW S 1000 R vs SUZUKI GSX-S1000?
Both are listed at 270 km/h (168 mph) top speed in our specification data.
Which has more horsepower, BMW S 1000 R or SUZUKI GSX-S1000?
BMW S 1000 R has 165 hp compared with 152 hp on the SUZUKI GSX-S1000.
Which is lighter, BMW S 1000 R or SUZUKI GSX-S1000?
BMW S 1000 R is lighter at 208 kg vs 214 kg for SUZUKI GSX-S1000.
Which is better, BMW S 1000 R or SUZUKI GSX-S1000?
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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