Honda VFR 1200 F 2012 vs. Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Honda VFR 1200 F 2012

Honda VFR 1200 F 2012

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

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Overview - Honda VFR 1200 F 2012 vs Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Honda VFR 1200 F 2012

Honda VFR 1200 F 2012

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Technical Specifications Honda VFR 1200 F 2012 compared to Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Honda VFR 1200 F 2012
Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore81 mmBore84 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke70 mm
Engine powerEngine power173 HPEngine power83 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque129 NmTorque78 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,750 rpmRpm at Torque6,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio12.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeDual-clutchTransmission TypeGearshift
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,237 ccmDisplacement776 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonSix pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsTraction controlAdvanced 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 width190 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,244 mmLength2,115 mm
WidthWidth752 mmWidth775 mm
HeightHeight1,222 mmHeight1,105 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,545 mmWheelbase1,465 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)267 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)202 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2, A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda VFR 1200 F 2012

Honda VFR 1200 F 2012

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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 VFR 1200 F vs Suzuki GSX-8S

Price Honda VFR 1200 F

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Price Suzuki GSX-8S

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