SUZUKI GSX-S1000 vs 2024 YAMAHA MT-10
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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-S1000 81 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 YAMAHA MT-10 83.5 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 2.5 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 152 hp (SUZUKI GSX-S1000) up to 166 hp (2024 YAMAHA MT-10).
- Torque spans 108 Nm (SUZUKI GSX-S1000) up to 112 Nm (2024 YAMAHA MT-10).
- Weight spans 212 kg (2024 YAMAHA MT-10) to 214 kg (SUZUKI GSX-S1000).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | SUZUKI GSX-S1000 | YAMAHA MT-10 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | SUZUKI | YAMAHA |
| Model | SUZUKI GSX-S1000 | YAMAHA MT-10 |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 152hp | 166hp |
| Torque | 108nm. | 112nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 214kg | 212kg |
| Front brake | Brembo, 4-piston, twin disc, ABS-equipped | Dual 320mm hydraulic disc; ABS |
| Rear brake | Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, ABS-equipped | 220mm hydraulic disc; ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 81cm | 83.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless | 120/70ZR17 (Bridgestone® Battlax Hypersport S22) |
| Rear tyre | 190/50ZR17M/C (73W), tubeless | 190/55ZR17 (Bridgestone® Battlax Hypersport S22) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped | 43mm KYB® inverted fork, fully adjustable; 4.7-in travel |
| Rear suspension | Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped | KYB® piggyback shock, fully adjustable; 4.7-in travel |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 270km/h | 280km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 19 L – 8 L/100km | 17 L – 7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $11699 | $14499 |
| Brand price lists | View SUZUKI price list | View YAMAHA price list |
| Extra features | -Ride-by-Wire throttle, Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (S-DMS), Traction Control, Bi-directional Quick Shift system (QS) -Suzuki Exhaust Tuning (SET), LCD panel, Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (SDMS), Suzuki Easy Start System, Low RPM Assist System |
-Full-Color 4.2-Inch TFT Display, Ride-By-Wire Throttle with APSG -Six-Axis IMU with Rider Aids, Quick Shift System (QSS) -Four-Mode Yamaha Ride Control (YRC), Yamaha Variable Speed Limiter (YVSL) -Ride-By-Wire Throttle Now with APSG, Cruise Control System. |
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2023 SUZUKI GSX-S1000 vs 2024 YAMAHA MT-10: listed specifications
The 2023 SUZUKI GSX-S1000 and 2024 YAMAHA MT-10 are closely matched in weight and torque, while the MT-10 has more peak power, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
GSX-S1000 and MT-10 have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
MT-10 has a modest listed power advantage (166 hp vs 152 hp).
Torque
GSX-S1000 and MT-10 have very similar listed torque (108 Nm vs 112 Nm).
Listed top speed
MT-10 has a modest listed top-speed advantage (280 km/h vs 270 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
GSX-S1000 and MT-10 have very similar listed weights (214 kg vs 212 kg). GSX-S1000 has a lower listed seat height (81 cm vs 83.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, listed top speed and seat height, while displacement, torque and weight remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of SUZUKI GSX-S1000 vs YAMAHA MT-10?
YAMAHA MT-10 is listed at 280 km/h (174 mph) vs 270 km/h (168 mph) for SUZUKI GSX-S1000.
Which has more horsepower, SUZUKI GSX-S1000 or YAMAHA MT-10?
YAMAHA MT-10 has 166 hp compared with 152 hp on the SUZUKI GSX-S1000.
Which is lighter, SUZUKI GSX-S1000 or YAMAHA MT-10?
YAMAHA MT-10 is lighter at 212 kg vs 214 kg for SUZUKI GSX-S1000.
Which is better, SUZUKI GSX-S1000 or YAMAHA MT-10?
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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