SUZUKI GSX-8S vs SUZUKI GSX-S1000
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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
- SUZUKI GSX-S1000 81 cm Lowest seat here
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 152 hp (SUZUKI GSX-S1000).
- Torque spans 77.9 Nm (SUZUKI GSX-8S) up to 108 Nm (SUZUKI GSX-S1000).
- Weight spans 202 kg (SUZUKI GSX-8S) to 214 kg (SUZUKI GSX-S1000).
- Displacement spans 800 cc (SUZUKI GSX-8S) to 1000 cc (SUZUKI GSX-S1000).
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| Specification | SUZUKI GSX-8S | SUZUKI GSX-S1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | SUZUKI | SUZUKI |
| Model | SUZUKI GSX-8S | SUZUKI GSX-S1000 |
| Engine size | 800cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 81.7hp | 152hp |
| Torque | 77.9nm. | 108nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 202kg | 214kg |
| Front brake | NISSIN, Radial-mount 4-piston calipers, twin disc, ABS-equipped | Brembo, 4-piston, twin disc, ABS-equipped |
| Rear brake | NISSIN, 1-piston caliper, single disc, ABS-equipped | Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, ABS-equipped |
| Seat height (cm) | 81cm | 81cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless |
| Rear tyre | 180/55ZR17M/C (73W) | 190/50ZR17M/C (73W), tubeless |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
| Rear suspension | Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped | Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 230km/h | 270km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14 L – 6.5 L/100km | 19 L – 8 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $8999 | $11699 |
| Brand price lists | View SUZUKI price list | View SUZUKI 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 |
-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 |
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2023 SUZUKI GSX-8S vs 2023 SUZUKI GSX-S1000: listed specifications
The 2023 SUZUKI GSX-8S and 2023 SUZUKI GSX-S1000 differ on the listed specifications: the GSX-8S has a lower listed weight, and the GSX-S1000 has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
GSX-S1000 has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (1000 cc vs 800 cc).
Peak power
GSX-S1000 has a clear listed power advantage (152 hp vs 81.7 hp).
Torque
GSX-S1000 has a clear listed torque advantage (108 Nm vs 77.9 Nm).
Listed top speed
GSX-S1000 has a clear listed top-speed advantage (270 km/h vs 230 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
GSX-8S has a modest listed weight advantage (202 kg vs 214 kg). GSX-8S and GSX-S1000 have very similar seat heights (81 cm vs 81 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 SUZUKI GSX-S1000?
SUZUKI GSX-S1000 is listed at 270 km/h (168 mph) vs 230 km/h (143 mph) for SUZUKI GSX-8S.
Which has more horsepower, SUZUKI GSX-8S or SUZUKI GSX-S1000?
SUZUKI GSX-S1000 has 152 hp compared with 82 hp on the SUZUKI GSX-8S.
Which is lighter, SUZUKI GSX-8S or SUZUKI GSX-S1000?
SUZUKI GSX-8S is lighter at 202 kg vs 214 kg for SUZUKI GSX-S1000.
Which is better, SUZUKI GSX-8S or SUZUKI GSX-S1000?
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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