Honda CB1000R vs Suzuki GSX-S1000
The Suzuki GSX-S1000 is more powerful and lower-seated than the Honda CB1000R; they are very close in specifications. The Suzuki GSX-S1000 produces 150 hp (112 kW), while the Honda CB1000R has the higher seat. Both are large-displacement naked motorcycles with closely matched wet weights, so this choice is chiefly about stronger output and a lower seating position versus the Honda’s taller perch.
Honda CB1000R vs Suzuki GSX-S1000: specifications
| Specifications side by side | Honda CB1000RModel year 2024 | Suzuki GSX-S1000Model year 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 998 cm³ | 999 cm³ |
| Power | 123 hp (92 kW) | 150 hp (112 kW) — Favorable value |
| Wet weight | 213 kg | 214 kg |
| Seat height | 825 mm | 810 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17 L | 19 L — Favorable value |
Percentages use the second model as the baseline. Highlighting applies only to comparable power, torque, mass and fuel capacity; it does not predict handling or acceleration.
Engine
| Specifications side by side | Honda CB1000RModel year 2024 | Suzuki GSX-S1000Model year 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 998 cm³ | 999 cm³ |
| Power | 123 hp (92 kW) | 150 hp (112 kW) — Favorable value |
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Bore × stroke | 75.0 x 56.5 mm | 73.4 x 59.0 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11.2:1 | 12.2:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection | Injection |
| Starting | Electric | Electric |
Transmission
| Specifications side by side | Honda CB1000RModel year 2024 | Suzuki GSX-S1000Model year 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Manual 6-speed | Manual 6-speed |
| Clutch | Wet multiplate | Wet, multi-plate SCAS type |
| Final drive | Chain | Chain |
Dimensions and weight
| Specifications side by side | Honda CB1000RModel year 2024 | Suzuki GSX-S1000Model year 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Wet weight | 213 kg | 214 kg |
| Seat height | 825 mm | 810 mm |
| Length | 2,105 mm | 2,115 mm |
| Height | 2,105 mm | 1,080 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,445 mm | 1,460 mm |
| Ground clearance | 130 mm | 140 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17 L | 19 L — Favorable value |
Chassis
| Specifications side by side | Honda CB1000RModel year 2024 | Suzuki GSX-S1000Model year 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Steel mono backbone | Twin-spar aluminum |
| Front suspension | 43mm inverted HMAS cartridge-type telescopic fork with stepless preload, compression and rebound adjustment, 120mm cushion stroke | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
| Rear suspension | Monoshock with gas-charged HMAS damper featuring 10-step preload and stepless rebound damping adjustment, 128mm axle travel | Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped |
| Front wheel travel | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Rear wheel travel | 131 mm | 130 mm |
| Rake | 25.0° | 25.0° |
| Trail | 100 mm | 100 mm |
Brakes
| Specifications side by side | Honda CB1000RModel year 2024 | Suzuki GSX-S1000Model year 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Front brakes | Double disc | Double disc. Brembo 4-piston, ABS |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, ABS |
| Front brake diameter | 310 mm | 310 mm |
| Front tire | 120/70-ZR17 | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tire | 180/55-ZR17 | 190/50-ZR17 |
Key differences
This comparison uses Honda CB1000R from 2024 and Suzuki GSX-S1000 from 2024.
Power
Honda CB1000R
123 hp (92 kW)
Suzuki GSX-S1000
150 hp (112 kW)
Highlighted valueWet weight
Honda CB1000R
213 kg
Suzuki GSX-S1000
214 kg
Engine capacity
Honda CB1000R
998 cm³
Suzuki GSX-S1000
999 cm³
Seat height
Honda CB1000R
825 mm
Suzuki GSX-S1000
810 mm
Highlighted valueHonda CB1000R vs Suzuki GSX-S1000: which one to choose?
very close in specifications
- Choose Suzuki GSX-S1000 if you prefer its lower seat: it is 15 mm lower than the Honda CB1000R’s.
- Choose Suzuki GSX-S1000 if you prefer a larger tank: its capacity is 19 L.
FAQ
- Which motorcycle has more power?
- The Suzuki GSX-S1000 has more power: 150 hp (112 kW) versus the Honda CB1000R’s 123 hp (92 kW).
- Which has the lower seat?
- The Suzuki GSX-S1000 has the lower seat, at 810 mm versus 825 mm for the Honda CB1000R.
- Which has the larger fuel tank?
- The Suzuki GSX-S1000 has the larger tank, at 19 L compared with 17 L for the Honda CB1000R.