2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R vs DUCATI Monster
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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-8R 81 cm Lowest seat here
- DUCATI Monster 82 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1 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 81.8 hp (2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R) up to 111 hp (DUCATI Monster).
- Torque spans 78 Nm (2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R) up to 93 Nm (DUCATI Monster).
- Weight spans 188 kg (DUCATI Monster) to 205 kg (2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R).
- Displacement spans 800 cc (2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R) to 1000 cc (DUCATI Monster).
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| Specification | SUZUKI GSX-8R | DUCATI Monster |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | SUZUKI | DUCATI |
| Model | SUZUKI GSX-8R | DUCATI Monster |
| Engine size | 800cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 81.8hp | 111hp |
| Torque | 78nm. | 93nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 205kg | 188kg |
| Front brake | Dual 310mm discs with four-piston Nissin calipers | Dual 320mm Discs ABS (Brembo calipers) |
| Rear brake | Utilizes a single-piston caliper on a 240mm disc | 245mm Disc ABS (Brembo calipers) |
| Seat height (cm) | 81cm | 82cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) tubeless (Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2) | 120/70ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 3 |
| Rear tyre | 180/55ZR17M/C (73W) tubeless (Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2) | 180/55ZR17 73W Pirelli Diablo Rosso 3 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Showa inverted fork, spring-loaded, oil-damped. | 43mm shock absorber. |
| Rear suspension | Showa linkage-type, spring-loaded, oil-damped. | Front preload adjustable mono shock. |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Naked |
| Top speed | 240km/h | 240km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14 L – 4.5 L/100km | 14 L – 5.2 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $9439 | $12995 |
| Brand price lists | View SUZUKI price list | View DUCATI price list |
| Extra features | -Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (SDMS), A, B, and C modes, traction control for three modes, basic (non-cornering) ABS, quickshifter. |
-Quickshifter, - Riding Modes -Power Modes, Traction control -Cornering ABS, - 4.3-inch TFT screen |
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2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R vs 2023 DUCATI Monster: listed specifications
The 2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R and 2023 DUCATI Monster differ on the listed specifications: the Monster has more displacement, peak power and torque, and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
Monster has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (1000 cc vs 800 cc).
Peak power
Monster has a clear listed power advantage (111 hp vs 81.8 hp).
Torque
Monster has a clear listed torque advantage (93 Nm vs 78 Nm).
Listed top speed
GSX-8R and Monster have very similar listed top speeds (240 km/h vs 240 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Monster is notably lighter on the listed weight (188 kg vs 205 kg). GSX-8R and Monster have very similar seat heights (81 cm vs 82 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque and weight, while listed top speed and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of SUZUKI GSX-8R vs DUCATI Monster?
Both are listed at 240 km/h (149 mph) top speed in our specification data.
Which has more horsepower, SUZUKI GSX-8R or DUCATI Monster?
DUCATI Monster has 111 hp compared with 82 hp on the SUZUKI GSX-8R.
Which is lighter, SUZUKI GSX-8R or DUCATI Monster?
DUCATI Monster is lighter at 188 kg vs 205 kg for SUZUKI GSX-8R.
Which is better, SUZUKI GSX-8R or DUCATI Monster?
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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