2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R vs DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss

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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
63 pts
DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss
37 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
20.2 pts
Best fit here
DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss
78.8 pts

Touring / long rides

Best fit here
2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R
68.6 pts
DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss
34 pts

Sporty riding

Best fit here
2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R
85.2 pts
DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss
38.7 pts

New rider friendly

2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R
35 pts
Best fit here
DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss
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
  • DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss 83.5 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 155 hp (DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss) up to 202 hp (2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R).
  • Torque spans 103.4 Nm (2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R) up to 104 Nm (DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss).
  • Weight spans 197 kg (DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss) to 202 kg (2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R).
  • Engine sizes are very close.

Reader votes so far — total 1: 2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R (1); DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss (0).

Specification SUZUKI GSX-R1000R DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss
Brand SUZUKI DUCATI
Model SUZUKI GSX-R1000R DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss
Engine size 1000cc 1000cc
Power 202hp 155hp
Torque 103.4nm. 104nm.
Cylinders / valves 4 cylinders, 16 valves Twin cylinder, 8 valves
Weight 202kg 197kg
Front brake Brembo Monobloc, 4-piston, twin disc, ABS-equipped Dual 320mm Discs ABS (Brembo calipers)
Rear brake Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, ABS-equipped 245mm Disc ABS (Brembo calipers)
Seat height (cm) 82.5cm 83.5cm
Front tyre 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless 120/70ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 4 Corsa
Rear tyre 190/55ZR17M/C (75W), tubeless 180/60ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 4 Corsa
Cooling Liquid cooling Liquid cooling
Front suspension Showa Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped Öhlins NIX30 43mm, TiN-coated, fully adjustable.
Rear suspension Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped Fully adjustable Öhlins TTX36 mono shock.
Motorcycle type Supersport Supersport
Top speed 330km/h 280km/h
Fuel capacity / consumption 16 L – 7 L/100km 17 L – 6 L/100km
Service network
Service quality
Parts availability
Price $18499 $22995
Brand price lists View SUZUKI price list View DUCATI 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

-Riding Modes, Power Modes, Bosch Cornering ABS EVO, Ducati Traction Control (DTC) EVO 2, Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC) EVO, Engine Brake Control (EBC) EVO, Automatic tire calibration.

-Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down EVO 2, Daytime Running Light (DRL) with Full LED lighting, Öhlins steering damper, Auto-off indicators, Lithium-ion battery, Carbon fiber and titanium exhaust end cap.

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2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R vs 2023 DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss: listed specifications

The 2024 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R and 2023 DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss are closely matched in weight and torque, while the GSX-R1000R has more peak power, and the higher listed top speed.

Engine displacement

GSX-R1000R and Panigale V2 Bayliss have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).

Peak power

GSX-R1000R has a clear listed power advantage (202 hp vs 155 hp).

Torque

GSX-R1000R and Panigale V2 Bayliss have very similar listed torque (103.4 Nm vs 104 Nm).

Listed top speed

GSX-R1000R has a clear listed top-speed advantage (330 km/h vs 280 km/h).

Cooling

Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.

Weight and seat height

GSX-R1000R and Panigale V2 Bayliss have very similar listed weights (202 kg vs 197 kg). GSX-R1000R and Panigale V2 Bayliss have very similar seat heights (82.5 cm vs 83.5 cm).

Conclusion

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of SUZUKI GSX-R1000R vs DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss?

SUZUKI GSX-R1000R is listed at 330 km/h (205 mph) vs 280 km/h (174 mph) for DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss.

Which has more horsepower, SUZUKI GSX-R1000R or DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss?

SUZUKI GSX-R1000R has 202 hp compared with 155 hp on the DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss.

Which is lighter, SUZUKI GSX-R1000R or DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss?

DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss is lighter at 197 kg vs 202 kg for SUZUKI GSX-R1000R.

Which is better, SUZUKI GSX-R1000R or DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss?

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.