Suzuki GSX-8T 2025 vs. Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2023

Suzuki GSX-8T 2025

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2023

Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-8T 2025 compared to Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2023

Suzuki GSX-8T 2025

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2023

Suzuki GSX-8T 2025

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line crankpin offset	Engine type	In line crankpin offset
Bore	Bore	84 mm	Bore	97.6 mm
Stroke	Stroke	70 mm	Stroke	80 mm
Engine power	Engine power	83 HP	Engine power	100 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,250 rpm
Torque	Torque	78 Nm	Torque	112 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,800 rpm	Rpm at Torque	4,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.8	Compression Ratio	12
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	OHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	776 ccm	Displacement	1,200 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Kayaba	Brand	Marzocchi
Travel	Travel	130 mm	Travel	120 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Dual Shock
Travel	Travel	130 mm	Travel	120 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Rake	Rake	65 degree	Rake	22.3 degree

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,115 mm	Length	2,099 mm
Width	Width	775 mm	Width	778 mm
Height	Height	1,105 mm	Height	1,097 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,465 mm	Wheelbase	1,413 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	815 mm	Seat Height	809 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	201 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	216 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	16.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2, A	License compliancy	A
Range	Range	392 km	Range	302 km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	4.2 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	5.1 l/100km

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display	Equipment	LED daytime running lights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki GSX-8T 2025

With the GSX-8T, Suzuki delivers a bike with character, suitability for everyday use and independent style. The mixture of classic appearance and modern technology is a success, and the positioning as a high-quality character with retro charm is fitting. In short, it is the 8S for adults. However, the entry into a new retro generation at Suzuki is not entirely favourable.

Cultivated engine

good suspension

high-quality finish

good features

suitable for everyday use

powerful LED-Headlights

pleasant ergonomics

large range

successful appearance

Licence plate holder detracts from the otherwise wonderful look

upmarket price

TFT display somewhat carelessly pulled into the retro concept

angle of the display too steep and therefore difficult to read

throttle response can seem a little rough to some riders

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki GSX-8T vs Triumph Speed Twin 1200

Price Suzuki GSX-8T

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Suzuki GSX-8T 2025 vs. Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2023

Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-8T 2025 compared to Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Front

Suspension Rear

Chassis

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Assistance Systems

Dimensions and Weights

Equipment

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki GSX-8T 2025

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2023

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki GSX-8T vs Triumph Speed Twin 1200

Price Suzuki GSX-8T

Price Triumph Speed Twin 1200

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