SUZUKI GSX-8S vs 2024 KTM 990 Duke
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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.
- SUZUKI GSX-8S 81 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 KTM 990 Duke 82.5 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1.5 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 81.7 hp (SUZUKI GSX-8S) up to 123 hp (2024 KTM 990 Duke).
- Torque spans 77.9 Nm (SUZUKI GSX-8S) up to 103 Nm (2024 KTM 990 Duke).
- Weight spans 198 kg (2024 KTM 990 Duke) to 202 kg (SUZUKI GSX-8S).
- Displacement spans 800 cc (SUZUKI GSX-8S) to 1000 cc (2024 KTM 990 Duke).
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| Specification | SUZUKI GSX-8S | KTM 990 Duke |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | SUZUKI | KTM |
| Model | SUZUKI GSX-8S | KTM 990 Duke |
| Engine size | 800cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 81.7hp | 123hp |
| Torque | 77.9nm. | 103nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 202kg | 198kg |
| Front brake | NISSIN, Radial-mount 4-piston calipers, twin disc, ABS-equipped | 2x radially mounted 4 piston caliper with 300 mm discs |
| Rear brake | NISSIN, 1-piston caliper, single disc, ABS-equipped | 2 piston caliper, brake disc with 240mm disc |
| Seat height (cm) | 81cm | 82.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) | 120/70ZR17 Bridgestone S22 |
| Rear tyre | 180/55ZR17M/C (73W) | 180/55ZR17 Bridgestone S22 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped | WP APEX 43 |
| Rear suspension | Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped | WP APEX - Monoshock |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 230km/h | 250km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14 L – 6.5 L/100km | 15 L – 4.7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $8999 | $12500 |
| Brand price lists | View SUZUKI price list | View KTM price list |
| Extra features | -Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (S-DMS), Suzuki Traction Control System (STCS), Ride-by-Wire Electronic Throttle System, Bi-directional Quick Shift System (QS), The Suzuki Easy Start System, The Low RPM Assist System, S.I.R.S. Supporting Technologies |
-5 inch TFT display and connection, 5 different ride modes, traction control -Launch control, track mode. |
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2023 SUZUKI GSX-8S vs 2024 KTM 990 Duke: listed specifications
The 2023 SUZUKI GSX-8S and 2024 KTM 990 Duke are closely matched in weight, while the 990 Duke has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
990 Duke has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (1000 cc vs 800 cc).
Peak power
990 Duke has a clear listed power advantage (123 hp vs 81.7 hp).
Torque
990 Duke has a clear listed torque advantage (103 Nm vs 77.9 Nm).
Listed top speed
990 Duke has a modest listed top-speed advantage (250 km/h vs 230 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
GSX-8S and 990 Duke have very similar listed weights (202 kg vs 198 kg). GSX-8S has a lower listed seat height (81 cm vs 82.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed and seat height, while weight remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of SUZUKI GSX-8S vs KTM 990 Duke?
KTM 990 Duke is listed at 250 km/h (155 mph) vs 230 km/h (143 mph) for SUZUKI GSX-8S.
Which has more horsepower, SUZUKI GSX-8S or KTM 990 Duke?
KTM 990 Duke has 123 hp compared with 82 hp on the SUZUKI GSX-8S.
Which is lighter, SUZUKI GSX-8S or KTM 990 Duke?
KTM 990 Duke is lighter at 198 kg vs 202 kg for SUZUKI GSX-8S.
Which is better, SUZUKI GSX-8S or KTM 990 Duke?
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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