Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2021 vs. BMW F 800 R 2013

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2021

BMW F 800 R 2013

Overview - Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2021 vs BMW F 800 R 2013

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2021

BMW F 800 R 2013

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Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2021 compared to BMW F 800 R 2013

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2021

BMW F 800 R 2013

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2021

BMW F 800 R 2013

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	73.4 mm	Bore	82 mm
Stroke	Stroke	59 mm	Stroke	75.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	150 HP	Engine power	87 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	108 Nm	Torque	86 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	9,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.2	Compression Ratio	12
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	999 ccm	Displacement	798 ccm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube	Frame type	Twin Tube, Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

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	190 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	50 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,125 mm	Length	2,145 mm
Width	Width	830 mm	Width	905 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,460 mm	Wheelbase	1,520 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	825 mm	Seat Height	800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	12 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2021

The new Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana is based on the naked GSX-S1000 and is therefore convincing in all its quality and inner values of a typical Japanese machine. Visually, the Katana additionally has what it takes to become a classic; after all, it is the first to pick up the style of the 1980s. The riding position is surprisingly comfortable and the high handlebars allow pleasant control. With its low front fairing, it doesn't become a distinct touring machine, but it certainly passes as a crossover bike that excellently combines retro, naked and touring.

Powerful and confident in-line four-cylinder engine

absolutely independent look

comfortable seating position

easy handling

triple-adjustable traction control

good braking system

few electronic features

relatively high price compared to the basic GSX-S1000

BMW F 800 R 2013

In the advertisements, the new BMW F 800 R sometimes comes across as a woman's motorbike. This does not do the bike an injustice, but the civilised engine, the low seat height and the smooth controls certainly suit petite ladies.

High-quality components

great engine

good equipment possible

cockpit

positive chassis

low consumption.

High price

first gear a little too long

optics.