2024 MV AGUSTA Dragster RC SCS vs SUZUKI GSX-8S
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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 MV AGUSTA Dragster RC SCS 84.5 cm Tallest seat here
- SUZUKI GSX-8S 81 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 3.5 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 140 hp (2024 MV AGUSTA Dragster RC SCS).
- Torque spans 77.9 Nm (SUZUKI GSX-8S) up to 87 Nm (2024 MV AGUSTA Dragster RC SCS).
- Weight spans 188 kg (2024 MV AGUSTA Dragster RC SCS) to 202 kg (SUZUKI GSX-8S).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | MV AGUSTA Dragster RC SCS | SUZUKI GSX-8S |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | MV AGUSTA | SUZUKI |
| Model | MV AGUSTA Dragster RC SCS | SUZUKI GSX-8S |
| Engine size | 800cc | 800cc |
| Power | 140hp | 81.7hp |
| Torque | 87nm. | 77.9nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 3 cylinders, 12 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 188kg | 202kg |
| Front brake | Double floating disc with Ø 320 mm (Ø 12.6 in.) diameter, with steel braking disc and flange, Brembo radial-type, with 4 pistons Ø 32 mm (Ø 1.26 in.) | NISSIN, Radial-mount 4-piston calipers, twin disc, ABS-equipped |
| Rear brake | Single steel disc with Ø 220 mm (Ø 8.66 in.) dia, Brembo with 2 pistons - Ø 34 mm (Ø 1.34 in.) | NISSIN, 1-piston caliper, single disc, ABS-equipped |
| Seat height (cm) | 84.5cm | 81cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 - ZR 17 M/C (58 W) | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) |
| Rear tyre | 200/55 - ZR 17 M/C (78 W) | 180/55ZR17M/C (73W) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Marzocchi “UPSIDE DOWN” telescopic hydraulic fork with TIN treatment aluminium and anodized fork legs, rebound-compression damping and spring preload external and separate adjustment | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
| Rear suspension | Progressive, Sachs single shock absorber with rebound and compression damping and spring preload adjustment | Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 244km/h | 230km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 16.5 L – 6.7 L/100km | 14 L – 6.5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $24799 | $8999 |
| Brand price lists | View MV AGUSTA price list | View SUZUKI price list |
| Extra features | Steering damper manually adjustable with 8 settings - MV Ride App - GPS sensor Bluetooth - Cruise control - Launch control Additional CNC rider footpegs (supplied) Motorcycle cover - Mobisat tracker Certificate of origin - Special Edition |
-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 |
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2024 MV AGUSTA Dragster RC SCS vs 2023 SUZUKI GSX-8S: listed specifications
The 2024 MV AGUSTA Dragster RC SCS and 2023 SUZUKI GSX-8S are closely matched in displacement, while the Dragster RC SCS has more peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
Dragster RC SCS and GSX-8S have very similar engine displacement (800 cc vs 800 cc).
Peak power
Dragster RC SCS has a clear listed power advantage (140 hp vs 81.7 hp).
Torque
Dragster RC SCS has a modest listed torque advantage (87 Nm vs 77.9 Nm).
Listed top speed
Dragster RC SCS has a modest listed top-speed advantage (244 km/h vs 230 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Dragster RC SCS has a modest listed weight advantage (188 kg vs 202 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: Dragster RC SCS is listed higher (84.5 cm) than GSX-8S (81 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height, while displacement remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of MV AGUSTA Dragster RC SCS vs SUZUKI GSX-8S?
MV AGUSTA Dragster RC SCS is listed at 244 km/h (152 mph) vs 230 km/h (143 mph) for SUZUKI GSX-8S.
Which has more horsepower, MV AGUSTA Dragster RC SCS or SUZUKI GSX-8S?
MV AGUSTA Dragster RC SCS has 140 hp compared with 82 hp on the SUZUKI GSX-8S.
Which is lighter, MV AGUSTA Dragster RC SCS or SUZUKI GSX-8S?
MV AGUSTA Dragster RC SCS is lighter at 188 kg vs 202 kg for SUZUKI GSX-8S.
Which is better, MV AGUSTA Dragster RC SCS or SUZUKI GSX-8S?
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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