Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2023 vs. Yamaha R1 2009

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2023

Yamaha R1 2009
Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2023 compared to Yamaha R1 2009
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2023

The Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana is based on the naked GSX-S1000 and therefore impresses with all the quality and inner values of a typical Japanese machine. The Katana also has what it takes to become a visual classics, as it is the first to take up the style of the 1980s. The riding position is surprisingly comfortable and the height of the handlebars allows for comfortable control. With its low front fairing, it may not be a true touring machine, but it can certainly pass as a crossover bike that combines retro, naked and touring perfectly.
Yamaha R1 2009

Of course, the new R1 engine also passed all the tough Yamaha stress tests and comes with the same guarantees as other Yamaha motorbikes. Because until now, it was precisely the issues of durability and reliability that prevented series production of such an engine.






















