Suzuki GSX-8S 2026 vs. Honda CB650R 2026

Suzuki GSX-8S 2026

Suzuki GSX-8S 2026

Honda CB650R 2026

Honda CB650R 2026

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Overview - Suzuki GSX-8S 2026 vs Honda CB650R 2026

Suzuki GSX-8S 2026

Suzuki GSX-8S 2026

Honda CB650R 2026

Honda CB650R 2026

Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-8S 2026 compared to Honda CB650R 2026

Suzuki GSX-8S 2026
Honda CB650R 2026
Suzuki GSX-8S 2026
Suzuki GSX-8S 2026
Honda CB650R 2026
Honda CB650R 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn line crankpin offsetEngine typeIn line
BoreBore84 mmBore67 mm
StrokeStroke70 mmStroke46 mm
Engine powerEngine power83 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power12,000 rpm
TorqueTorque78 NmTorque63 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,800 rpmRpm at Torque8,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.8 Compression Ratio11.6
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
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 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandKayabaBrandShowa
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel130 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake65 degreeRake64.5 degree
TrailTrail104 mmTrail101 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction control, Modern electronicsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

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
LengthLength2,115 mmLength2,120 mm
WidthWidth775 mmWidth750 mm
HeightHeight1,105 mmHeight1,150 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,465 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height810 mmSeat Height810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)202 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)202.5 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity15.4 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2, ALicense compliancyA
RangeRange333 kmRange314 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions99 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions112 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.2 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.9 l/100km
Stationary noiseStationary noise89 dBStationary noise97 dB

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki GSX-8S 2026

Suzuki GSX-8S 2026

For years, Suzuki was the brand that offered nice bikes at a good price/performance ratio. With the Suzuki GSX-8S, the brand is much more self-confident. It presents itself as high-quality, mature and places itself at the top of a hard-fought class. The unspectacular performance data and the relatively high weight tarnish the picture only briefly. During the test rides, the Suzuki was completely convincing. A really good motorbike.

Full-grown and high-quality overall concept

high-torque engine

first-class running culture, stable handling, overall very high-quality impression

Very good seat

Great nakedbike riding position

Good and precise quickshifter

high-quality controls

very good display

Suspension offers reserves for a wide range of uses despite lack of adjustment options

Good ergonomics

Quickshifter and gearstick require a little more operating force than usual

Motorbike somewhat heavier than other bikes in this class

ABS controls very defensively

Engine has no rev reserves upwards

Honda CB650R 2026

Honda CB650R 2026

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Average Market Price Suzuki GSX-8S vs Honda CB650R

Price Suzuki GSX-8S

Model year
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Price Honda CB650R

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Current average market prices

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