Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 vs. Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

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Overview - Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 vs Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

The Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 and the Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 are both naked bikes with similar engine types, power, torque, fuel systems, cylinder numbers, and cooling systems. However, there are some differences between the two models.

In terms of engine power, the Honda CB750 Hornet has a slightly higher horsepower of 92 HP compared to the Suzuki GSX-8S with 83 HP. However, the Suzuki GSX-8S has a higher torque of 78 Nm compared to the Honda CB750 Hornet with 75 Nm.

Both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks for the front suspension and swing arms for the rear suspension. The shock absorbers on both models are monoshocks with preload adjustment. The chassis frame for both bikes is made of steel.

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

When it comes to brakes, both bikes have double disk brakes with four pistons at the front. The Honda CB750 Hornet has a smaller front brake diameter of 296 mm, while the Suzuki GSX-8S has a larger front brake diameter of 310 mm. Both bikes also feature radial technology for their front brakes.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both models come with ABS, riding modes, and traction control. The Honda CB750 Hornet also includes ride by wire and anti-wheelie features, while the Suzuki GSX-8S includes a shift assistant with blipper.

The dimensions and weights of the two bikes are also slightly different. The Suzuki GSX-8S has a longer wheelbase of 1465 mm compared to the Honda CB750 Hornet with 1420 mm. The seat height of the Suzuki GSX-8S is also slightly higher at 810 mm compared to the Honda CB750 Hornet with 795 mm. The Suzuki GSX-8S is slightly heavier with a curb weight of 202 kg compared to the Honda CB750 Hornet with 190 kg.

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Both bikes have LED headlights and TFT displays. The Honda CB750 Hornet also includes connectivity as part of its equipment, while the Suzuki GSX-8S includes LED daytime running lights in addition to its LED headlights.

In terms of weaknesses, the Honda CB750 Hornet has a steel box swing arm that may not be considered as visually appealing. On the other hand, the Suzuki GSX-8S has a quickshifter and gearstick that require slightly more operating force than usual. The Suzuki GSX-8S is also slightly heavier than other bikes in its class, and its ABS controls are known to be defensively controlled. Additionally, the engine of the Suzuki GSX-8S does not have rev reserves upwards.

Overall, both the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 and the Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 have their own strengths and weaknesses. The Honda CB750 Hornet offers a powerful engine, good brakes, and an affordable price, while the Suzuki GSX-8S provides a high-quality overall concept, stable handling, and good ergonomics.

Technical Specifications Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 compared to Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023
Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn line crankpin offsetEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
BoreBore87 mmBore84 mm
StrokeStroke63.5 mmStroke70 mm
Engine powerEngine power92 HPEngine power83 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque75 NmTorque78 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,250 rpmRpm at Torque6,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11 Compression Ratio12.8
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
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement755 ccmDisplacement776 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandKayaba
TravelTravel130 mmTravel130 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake25 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail99 mmTrail104 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter296 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Assistance Systems

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

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 width160 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,090 mmLength2,115 mm
WidthWidth780 mmWidth775 mm
HeightHeight1,085 mmHeight1,105 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,420 mmWheelbase1,465 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)190 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)202 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15.2 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2, ALicense compliancyA2, A
RangeRange353 kmRange333 km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.3 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.2 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

The new Hornet 750 is a really successful naked bike that sets itself above most competitors in the upper entry-level bike class with its wonderfully agile and powerful engine, balanced handling and chassis, comfortable riding position and, last but not least, its extensive electronic equipment. Actually, it comes very close to the middle class, only the boring swingarm and the narrow 160 rear tyre (which, however, helps the handling enormously) do not quite fit into this segment. However, it is hardly more expensive than the entry-level bikes, and instead a few, sometimes even many thousands cheaper than the mid-range. That makes it an unbeatable offer!

Powerful, high-torque engine

good brakes

comfortable seating position

agile handling

well-balanced chassis

extensive electronics

affordable, optional quickshifter

excellent price

Steel box swing arm not particularly sexy

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CB750 Hornet vs Suzuki GSX-8S

There are a few key differences between a Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 and a Suzuki GSX-8S 2023. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 is about 3% higher. Compared to Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 there are less Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 77 compared to 173. It takes less time to sell a Suzuki GSX-8S with 59 days compared to 60 days for the Honda CB750 Hornet. Since model year 2023 1000PS.de editors have written 16 reviews for the Honda CB750 Hornet and 13 reviews for the Suzuki GSX-8S since model year 2023. The first review for the Honda CB750 Hornet was published on 9/8/2022 and now has more than 57,900 views. This compares to more than 47,300 views for the first review on Suzuki GSX-8S published on 11/8/2022.

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