SUZUKI GSX-8S vs 2024 YAMAHA MT-07
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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 YAMAHA MT-07 80.5 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 0.5 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 73.4 hp (2024 YAMAHA MT-07) up to 81.7 hp (SUZUKI GSX-8S).
- Torque spans 67 Nm (2024 YAMAHA MT-07) up to 77.9 Nm (SUZUKI GSX-8S).
- Weight spans 184 kg (2024 YAMAHA MT-07) to 202 kg (SUZUKI GSX-8S).
- Displacement spans 700 cc (2024 YAMAHA MT-07) to 800 cc (SUZUKI GSX-8S).
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| Specification | SUZUKI GSX-8S | YAMAHA MT-07 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | SUZUKI | YAMAHA |
| Model | SUZUKI GSX-8S | YAMAHA MT-07 |
| Engine size | 800cc | 700cc |
| Power | 81.7hp | 73.4hp |
| Torque | 77.9nm. | 67nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 202kg | 184kg |
| Front brake | NISSIN, Radial-mount 4-piston calipers, twin disc, ABS-equipped | Dual 298mm hydraulic disc; ABS |
| Rear brake | NISSIN, 1-piston caliper, single disc, ABS-equipped | 245mm hydraulic disc; ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 81cm | 80.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) | 120/70ZR17 |
| Rear tyre | 180/55ZR17M/C (73W) | 180/55ZR17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped | KYB 41mm telescopic fork; 5.1-in travel |
| Rear suspension | Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped | KYB Single shock, adjustable preload and rebound damping; 5.1-in travel |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 230km/h | 220km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14 L – 6.5 L/100km | 14 L – 6 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $8999 | $8199 |
| Brand price lists | View SUZUKI price list | View YAMAHA 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 |
-Full-Color Five-Inch TFT Display, Yamaha Y-Connect Smartphone Connectivity
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2023 SUZUKI GSX-8S vs 2024 YAMAHA MT-07: listed specifications
The 2023 SUZUKI GSX-8S and 2024 YAMAHA MT-07 differ on the listed specifications: the GSX-8S has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed, and the MT-07 has a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
GSX-8S has a larger listed engine displacement (800 cc vs 700 cc).
Peak power
GSX-8S has a modest listed power advantage (81.7 hp vs 73.4 hp).
Torque
GSX-8S has a clear listed torque advantage (77.9 Nm vs 67 Nm).
Listed top speed
GSX-8S has a modest listed top-speed advantage (230 km/h vs 220 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
MT-07 is notably lighter on the listed weight (184 kg vs 202 kg). GSX-8S and MT-07 have very similar seat heights (81 cm vs 80.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed and weight, while seat height remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of SUZUKI GSX-8S vs YAMAHA MT-07?
SUZUKI GSX-8S is listed at 230 km/h (143 mph) vs 220 km/h (137 mph) for YAMAHA MT-07.
Which has more horsepower, SUZUKI GSX-8S or YAMAHA MT-07?
SUZUKI GSX-8S has 82 hp compared with 73 hp on the YAMAHA MT-07.
Which is lighter, SUZUKI GSX-8S or YAMAHA MT-07?
YAMAHA MT-07 is lighter at 184 kg vs 202 kg for SUZUKI GSX-8S.
Which is better, SUZUKI GSX-8S or YAMAHA MT-07?
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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