Suzuki GSX-8R 2024 vs. Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025

Suzuki GSX-8R 2024

Suzuki GSX-8R 2024

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025

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Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-8R 2024 compared to Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025

Suzuki GSX-8R 2024
Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn line crankpin offsetEngine typeIn line
BoreBore84 mmBore76 mm
StrokeStroke70 mmStroke55.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power83 HPEngine power157 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpm
TorqueTorque78 NmTorque107 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,800 rpmRpm at Torque9,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.8 Compression Ratio11.7
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement776 ccmDisplacement1,000 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandShowaBrandÖhlins
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake65 degreeRake25 degree
TrailTrail104 mmTrail98 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

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
LengthLength2,155 mmLength2,140 mm
WidthWidth770 mmWidth790 mm
HeightHeight1,135 mmHeight1,085 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,465 mmWheelbase1,455 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height810 mmSeat Height809 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)205 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)212 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2, ALicense compliancyA
RangeRange333 kmRange288 km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.2 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5.9 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentBluetooth, Connectivity, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki GSX-8R 2024

Suzuki GSX-8R 2024

The Suzuki GSX-8R takes the popular and excellent recipe of the 8S and packs it into a high-quality package in the road sports class. With its lively riding performance, it can score points on country roads without being too extreme for everyday use. Although the price is higher than its naked bike sister, those who want a sportier bike should go for the GSX-8R.

powerful engine with powerful centre

crisp quickshifter

sporty but not uncomfortable riding position

good feel for the front wheel

high-quality electronics package

cool looks

Shock could respond more finely

A mode with slight load change

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025

The Honda CB1000 Hornet SP is more than just a new bike - it's a statement. Honda proves that they can still do it. They have created a bike that impresses in every respect: engine, suspension, brakes, price-performance ratio. You sit on it and immediately know how to ride this thing. There are no puzzles, no nasty surprises. Just pure, honest performance at a price that makes the competition look old. This isn't just a good bike - it's a game changer. Honda is back, and how they are back.

Unbeatable price-performance ratio

top shock of the highest specification

high-quality Brembo Stylema brakes

cultivated four-cylinder with good running behaviour

excellent workmanship and Honda reliability

simple, intuitive handling

comfortable ergonomics for lengthy rides

Engine somewhat sluggish under 6,000 rpm

conservative ABS control without IMU limits braking performance

difficult load change at low engine speeds

too long ratio in first gear

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki GSX-8R vs Honda CB1000 Hornet SP

Price Suzuki GSX-8R

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