Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2023 vs. Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2018

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2023

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2023

Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2018

Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2018

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Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2023 compared to Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2018

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2023
Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore73.4 mmBore76 mm
StrokeStroke59 mmStroke55 mm
Engine powerEngine power152 HPEngine power310 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power14,000 rpm
TorqueTorque106 NmTorque165 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque9,250 rpmRpm at Torque12,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.2 Compression Ratio8.3
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement999 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height60 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height50 %Rear tyre height65 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,130 mmLength2,070 mm
WidthWidth835 mmWidth770 mm
HeightHeight1,110 mmHeight1,160 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,460 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)215 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)216 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity12 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2023

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.

Powerful and confident in-line four-cylinder engine

absolutely unique look

comfortable seating position

easy handling

five-way adjustable traction control

good braking system

high-quality quickshifter

firm but travel-ready suspension

Few electronic features

relatively high price compared to the basic GSX-S1000

small fuel tank

LC display difficult to read

Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2018

Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2018

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana vs Kawasaki Ninja H2R

Price Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana

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Price Kawasaki Ninja H2R

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