Suzuki GSX-S1000GT 2022 vs. Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CA 2015

Suzuki GSX-S1000GT 2022

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CA 2015

Overview - Suzuki GSX-S1000GT 2022 vs Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CA 2015

Suzuki GSX-S1000GT 2022

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CA 2015

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Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-S1000GT 2022 compared to Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CA 2015

Suzuki GSX-S1000GT 2022

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CA 2015

Suzuki GSX-S1000GT 2022

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CA 2015

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	73.4 mm	Bore	88.9 mm
Stroke	Stroke	59 mm	Stroke	96.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	152 HP	Engine power	68 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	11,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	5,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	106 Nm	Torque	96 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	9,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	3,750 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.2	Compression Ratio	10
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Belt
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	5
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	OHV
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	Air
Displacement	Displacement	999 ccm	Displacement	1,202 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube	Frame type	Double cradle

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Single disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	130 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	16 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	190 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	50 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,140 mm	Length	2,225 mm
Width	Width	825 mm	Width	820 mm
Height	Height	1,215 mm	Height	1,085 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,460 mm	Wheelbase	1,520 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	810 mm	Seat Height	710 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	226 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	265 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki GSX-S1000GT 2022

The Grand Touring variant of the GSX-S combines the super-sporty genes of the model series with an astonishing amount of touring potential. The top chassis and the bombastic engine guarantee riding fun. At the same time, the ergonomics are versatile enough to allow for relaxed stages. As a true sport tourer, the Suzuki takes both sport and touring seriously and manages this compromise extremely well. Only the gear ratio could be a little shorter for country road use and technocrats might miss lean angle-dependent systems. Apart from that, however, the GSX-S GT offers lush equipment and a well-rounded overall package.

Awesome engine with lots of torque from the middle

Stable chassis

Versatile ergonomics

Good sound

Top quickshifter

Good price-performance ratio

Rather long gear ratio

Windshield not adjustable

No lean angle sensor