DUCATI SuperSport 950 vs 2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R
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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.
- DUCATI SuperSport 950 81 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R 81 cm Lowest seat here
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 110 hp (DUCATI SuperSport 950).
- Torque spans 78 Nm (2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R) up to 93 Nm (DUCATI SuperSport 950).
- Weight spans 205 kg (2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R) to 210 kg (DUCATI SuperSport 950).
- Displacement spans 800 cc (2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R) to 850 cc (DUCATI SuperSport 950).
Reader votes so far — total 5: DUCATI SuperSport 950 (2); 2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R (3).
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| Specification | DUCATI SuperSport 950 | SUZUKI GSX-8R |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | DUCATI | SUZUKI |
| Model | DUCATI SuperSport 950 | SUZUKI GSX-8R |
| Engine size | 850cc | 800cc |
| Power | 110hp | 81.8hp |
| Torque | 93nm. | 78nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 210kg | 205kg |
| Front brake | 2 x 320 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Monobloc Brembo M4-32 calipers, 4 pistons, radial pump with Bosch Curve ABS | Dual 310mm discs with four-piston Nissin calipers |
| Rear brake | 245 mm disc, 2-piston caliper, Bosch Curve ABS | Utilizes a single-piston caliper on a 240mm disc |
| Seat height (cm) | 81cm | 81cm |
| Front tyre | Pirelli Diablo Rosso III 120/70 ZR17 | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) tubeless (Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2) |
| Rear tyre | Pirelli Diablo Rosso III 180/55 ZR17 | 180/55ZR17M/C (73W) tubeless (Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Fully adjustable 43 mm USD Marzocchi fork. | Showa inverted fork, spring-loaded, oil-damped. |
| Rear suspension | Progressive linkage with adjustable Sachs mono shock. Aluminum single-sided swingarm. | Showa linkage-type, spring-loaded, oil-damped. |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Supersport |
| Top speed | 260km/h | 240km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 16 L – 5.6 L/100km | 14 L – 4.5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $15495 | $9439 |
| Brand price lists | View DUCATI price list | View SUZUKI price list |
| Extra features | -Riding Modes, Bosch Cornering ABS, Ducati Traction Control (DTC) EVO, Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC) EVO. -Power Modes, Daytime Running Light (DRL)*, Full TFT color display, Adjustable windscreen, Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down EVO. |
-Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (SDMS), A, B, and C modes, traction control for three modes, basic (non-cornering) ABS, quickshifter. |
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2023 DUCATI SuperSport 950 vs 2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R: listed specifications
The 2023 DUCATI SuperSport 950 and 2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R are closely matched in weight, while the SuperSport 950 has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
SuperSport 950 has a larger listed engine displacement (850 cc vs 800 cc).
Peak power
SuperSport 950 has a clear listed power advantage (110 hp vs 81.8 hp).
Torque
SuperSport 950 has a clear listed torque advantage (93 Nm vs 78 Nm).
Listed top speed
SuperSport 950 has a modest listed top-speed advantage (260 km/h vs 240 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
SuperSport 950 and GSX-8R have very similar listed weights (210 kg vs 205 kg). SuperSport 950 and GSX-8R have very similar seat heights (81 cm vs 81 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque and listed top speed, while weight and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of DUCATI SuperSport 950 vs SUZUKI GSX-8R?
DUCATI SuperSport 950 is listed at 260 km/h (162 mph) vs 240 km/h (149 mph) for SUZUKI GSX-8R.
Which has more horsepower, DUCATI SuperSport 950 or SUZUKI GSX-8R?
DUCATI SuperSport 950 has 110 hp compared with 82 hp on the SUZUKI GSX-8R.
Which is lighter, DUCATI SuperSport 950 or SUZUKI GSX-8R?
SUZUKI GSX-8R is lighter at 205 kg vs 210 kg for DUCATI SuperSport 950.
Which is better, DUCATI SuperSport 950 or SUZUKI GSX-8R?
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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