Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2020 vs. Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2024

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2020

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2020

Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2024

Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2024

Loading...

Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2020 compared to Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2024

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2020
Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore73.4 mmBore79 mm
StrokeStroke59 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power150 HPEngine power89 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque108 NmTorque95 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque9,500 rpmRpm at Torque5,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.2 Compression Ratio12
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionBelt
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement999 ccmDisplacement975 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel114 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberDual Shock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountdirect
TravelTravel130 mmTravel76.2 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine
RakeRake65 degreeRake60 degree
TrailTrail100 mmTrail137 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height50 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,125 mmLength2,250 mm
WidthWidth830 mmWidth840 mm
HeightHeight1,110 mmHeight705 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,460 mmWheelbase1,545 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height705 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)215 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)219 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity12 lFuel Tank Capacity11.7 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2020

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2020

The new Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana is based on the naked GSX-S1000 and is therefore convincing in all its quality and inner values of a typical Japanese machine. Visually, the Katana additionally has what it takes to become a classic; after all, it is the first to pick up the style of the 1980s. The riding position is surprisingly comfortable and the high handlebars allow pleasant control. With its low front fairing, it doesn't become a distinct touring machine, but it certainly passes as a crossover bike that excellently combines retro, naked and touring.

Powerful and confident in-line four-cylinder engine

absolutely independent look

comfortable seating position

easy handling

triple-adjustable traction control

good braking system

few electronic features

relatively high price compared to the basic GSX-S1000

Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2024

Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana vs Harley-Davidson Nightster Special

Price Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana

Model year
Current average market prices

Price Harley-Davidson Nightster Special

Model year
Current average market prices

Alternative Comparisons

1000PS Partner

ChigeeContinental MotorradreifenMotorex AGcalimoto GmbH