KTM 890 Duke GP 2023 vs. Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

KTM 890 Duke GP 2023

KTM 890 Duke GP 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

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Overview - KTM 890 Duke GP 2023 vs Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

The KTM 890 Duke GP 2023 and the Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 are both naked bikes with similar engine configurations and displacement. However, there are several differences between the two models.

In terms of engine power, the KTM 890 Duke GP has a more powerful engine with 115 HP compared to the Suzuki GSX-8S's 83 HP. This gives the KTM an advantage in terms of acceleration and top speed.

Both bikes have a liquid-cooled engine and use fuel injection for their fuel systems. They also have a 2-cylinder configuration, providing a balance between power and efficiency.

In terms of suspension, both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks at the front and swing arm suspension with a monoshock at the rear. The KTM 890 Duke GP uses WP suspension components, while the Suzuki GSX-8S uses Kayaba components. Both bikes offer preload adjustment for the rear suspension, allowing riders to customize their ride comfort.

KTM 890 Duke GP 2023

KTM 890 Duke GP 2023

In terms of braking, both bikes have double disk brakes at the front with a diameter of 300mm for the KTM and 310mm for the Suzuki. Both bikes also feature four-piston calipers and radial technology for improved braking performance.

In terms of rider assistance systems, both bikes offer ABS, riding modes, and traction control. The KTM 890 Duke GP also includes cornering ABS and ride by wire technology, providing enhanced safety and control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have similar front and rear tire widths and diameters. The KTM 890 Duke GP has a slightly longer wheelbase at 1476mm compared to the Suzuki GSX-8S's 1465mm. The seat height of the KTM is also slightly higher at 820mm compared to the Suzuki's 810mm. Both bikes have a fuel tank capacity of 14 liters.

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

In terms of equipment, both bikes feature LED headlights and a TFT display. The KTM 890 Duke GP also offers connectivity, allowing riders to connect their smartphones to the bike for additional features.

In terms of strengths, the KTM 890 Duke GP offers a powerful engine, comfortable ergonomics, a comprehensive electronics package, and lively handling. It provides a combination of riding fun and suitability for everyday use. On the other hand, the Suzuki GSX-8S offers a full-grown and high-quality overall concept, a high-torque engine, stable handling, and a very good seat. It also has a great naked bike riding position, good and precise quickshifter, high-quality controls, and a very good display. The suspension of the Suzuki offers reserves for a wide range of uses despite the lack of adjustment options, and it has good ergonomics.

In terms of weaknesses, the KTM 890 Duke GP has a very tight seat and the quickshifter is an additional cost. The Suzuki GSX-8S has a quickshifter and gearstick that require a little more operating force than usual. It is also slightly heavier than other bikes in its class, and the ABS controls are very defensive. Additionally, the engine of the Suzuki has no rev reserves upwards.

Overall, both the KTM 890 Duke GP 2023 and the Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 are strong contenders in the naked bike segment, offering powerful engines, advanced rider assistance systems, and high-quality components. The choice between the two will ultimately depend on individual preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications KTM 890 Duke GP 2023 compared to Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

KTM 890 Duke GP 2023
Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
BoreBore90.7 mmBore84 mm
StrokeStroke68.8 mmStroke70 mm
Engine powerEngine power115 HPEngine power83 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque92 NmTorque78 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.5 Compression Ratio12.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement889 ccmDisplacement776 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandKayaba
TravelTravel140 mmTravel130 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandWPBrandKayaba
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
RakeRake66 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail99 mmTrail104 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,476 mmWheelbase1,465 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height810 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2, A

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 890 Duke GP 2023

KTM 890 Duke GP 2023

You could expect a lot behind the GP abbreviation. Is the 890 Duke GP therefore a deceptive package? Not necessarily, because with the unbelievably fun 890 Duke as a basis, which has been refined even further, you are buying a true joy dispenser with this naked bike, which will sweeten your everyday life and weekend rides. If only the quickshifter were fitted as standard...

powerful engine

comfortable ergonomics

comprehensive electronics package

lively handling

combination of riding fun and suitability for everyday use

very tight seat Quickshifter at extra cost

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

For years, Suzuki was the brand that offered nice bikes at a good price/performance ratio. With the Suzuki GSX-8S, the brand is much more self-confident. It presents itself as high-quality, mature and places itself at the top of a hard-fought class. The unspectacular performance data and the relatively high weight tarnish the picture only briefly. During the test rides, the Suzuki was completely convincing. A really good motorbike.

Full-grown and high-quality overall concept

high-torque engine

first-class running culture, stable handling, overall very high-quality impression

Very good seat

Great nakedbike riding position

Good and precise quickshifter

high-quality controls

very good display

Suspension offers reserves for a wide range of uses despite lack of adjustment options

Good ergonomics

Quickshifter and gearstick require a little more operating force than usual

Motorbike somewhat heavier than other bikes in this class

ABS controls very defensively

Engine has no rev reserves upwards

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 890 Duke GP vs Suzuki GSX-8S

There are a few key differences between a KTM 890 Duke GP 2023 and a Suzuki GSX-8S 2023. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 890 Duke GP 2023 is about 36% higher. Compared to Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 there are less KTM 890 Duke GP 2023 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 86 compared to 173. It takes less time to sell a Suzuki GSX-8S with 59 days compared to 61 days for the KTM 890 Duke GP. Since model year 2022 1000PS.de editors have written 7 reviews for the KTM 890 Duke GP and 13 reviews for the Suzuki GSX-8S since model year 2023. The first review for the KTM 890 Duke GP was published on 2/22/2022 and now has more than 24,100 views. This compares to more than 47,300 views for the first review on Suzuki GSX-8S published on 11/8/2022.

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