Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 vs. KTM 125 Duke 2020

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

KTM 125 Duke 2020

KTM 125 Duke 2020

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Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 compared to KTM 125 Duke 2020

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023
KTM 125 Duke 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore84 mmBore58 mm
StrokeStroke70 mmStroke47.2 mm
Engine powerEngine power83 HPEngine power15 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,500 rpm
TorqueTorque78 NmTorque12 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,800 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.8 Compression Ratio12.6
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement776 ccmDisplacement125 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandKayabaBrandWP

Suspension Rear

BrandBrandKayabaBrandWP

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 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 width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,465 mmWheelbase1,367 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height810 mmSeat Height830 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity11 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2, ALicense compliancyA1

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

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

KTM 125 Duke 2020

KTM 125 Duke 2020

Even in the Euro 5 version, the KTM Duke 125 is the motorbike to beat in the A1 class. Superior equipment, potent engine, good chassis, great display and fun Supermoto mode make not only the heart of 16-year-olds beat faster. The looks polarise, but let the observer clearly recognise the smallest Duke as such. The Duke 125 is not cheap, but it is worth the price.

lively engine

super-agile handling

Supermoto mode as standard

mature chassis

top brakes

sharp TFT display

connectivity (optional)

Optics not to everyone's taste

price high for a 125cc bike

Price Comparison Average Market Price Suzuki GSX-8S vs KTM 125 Duke

Price Suzuki GSX-8S

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Price KTM 125 Duke

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