SUZUKI GSX-8S vs 2024 KTM DUKE 790
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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 Tallest seat here
- 2024 KTM DUKE 790 80 cm Lowest 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 81.7 hp (SUZUKI GSX-8S) up to 105 hp (2024 KTM DUKE 790).
- Torque spans 77.9 Nm (SUZUKI GSX-8S) up to 87 Nm (2024 KTM DUKE 790).
- Weight spans 174 kg (2024 KTM DUKE 790) to 202 kg (SUZUKI GSX-8S).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | SUZUKI GSX-8S | KTM DUKE 790 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | SUZUKI | KTM |
| Model | SUZUKI GSX-8S | KTM DUKE 790 |
| Engine size | 800cc | 800cc |
| Power | 81.7hp | 105hp |
| Torque | 77.9nm. | 87nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 202kg | 174kg |
| Front brake | NISSIN, Radial-mount 4-piston calipers, twin disc, ABS-equipped | Four-piston, 2 x radially mounted calipers |
| Rear brake | NISSIN, 1-piston caliper, single disc, ABS-equipped | Two-piston caliper brake disc |
| Seat height (cm) | 81cm | 80cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) | Massis Supermaxx ST |
| Rear tyre | 180/55ZR17M/C (73W) | Massis Supermaxx ST |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped | WP APEX 43 140 mm |
| Rear suspension | Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped | WP APEX - Monoshock 150 mm |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 230km/h | 210km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14 L – 6.5 L/100km | 14 L – 4.6 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $8999 | $9499 |
| 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 |
ABS System Driving Modes TFT Display |
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2023 SUZUKI GSX-8S vs 2024 KTM DUKE 790: listed specifications
The 2023 SUZUKI GSX-8S and 2024 KTM DUKE 790 are closely matched in displacement, while the GSX-8S has the higher listed top speed, and the DUKE 790 has more peak power and torque, and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
GSX-8S and DUKE 790 have very similar engine displacement (800 cc vs 800 cc).
Peak power
DUKE 790 has a clear listed power advantage (105 hp vs 81.7 hp).
Torque
DUKE 790 has a modest listed torque advantage (87 Nm vs 77.9 Nm).
Listed top speed
GSX-8S has a modest listed top-speed advantage (230 km/h vs 210 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
DUKE 790 is notably lighter on the listed weight (174 kg vs 202 kg). GSX-8S and DUKE 790 have very similar seat heights (81 cm vs 80 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque, listed top speed and weight, while displacement and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of SUZUKI GSX-8S vs KTM DUKE 790?
SUZUKI GSX-8S is listed at 230 km/h (143 mph) vs 210 km/h (130 mph) for KTM DUKE 790.
Which has more horsepower, SUZUKI GSX-8S or KTM DUKE 790?
KTM DUKE 790 has 105 hp compared with 82 hp on the SUZUKI GSX-8S.
Which is lighter, SUZUKI GSX-8S or KTM DUKE 790?
KTM DUKE 790 is lighter at 174 kg vs 202 kg for SUZUKI GSX-8S.
Which is better, SUZUKI GSX-8S or KTM DUKE 790?
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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