Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2022 vs. Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2022

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2022

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2022

Overview - Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2022 vs Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2022

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2022

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2022

Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2022 compared to Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2022

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2022

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2022

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2022

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	73.4 mm	Bore	105 mm
Stroke	Stroke	59 mm	Stroke	72.3 mm
Engine power	Engine power	152 HP	Engine power	122 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	11,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	106 Nm	Torque	125 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	9,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.2	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	Belt
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	999 ccm	Displacement	1,252 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	43 mm	Diameter	43 mm
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	92 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Shock mount	Shock mount	Deflection	Shock mount	Deflection
Travel	Travel	130 mm	Travel	51 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube	Frame type	Tubular, Load-bearing engine
Rake	Rake	65 degree	Rake	60 degree
Trail	Trail	100 mm	Trail	148 mm

Brakes Front

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

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	250 mm	Diameter	260 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

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, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	160 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	190 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	50 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,130 mm	Length	2,270 mm
Width	Width	835 mm	Width	843 mm
Height	Height	1,110 mm	Height	1,089 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,460 mm	Wheelbase	1,520 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	825 mm	Seat Height	765 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	215 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	228 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	12 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	11.8 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A
Range	Range	196 km	Range	245 km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	6.1 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	5.1 l/100km

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	LED-Headlights	Equipment	Bluetooth, Connectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2022

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