Suzuki GSX-8R 2025 vs. Honda CL500 2023

Suzuki GSX-8R 2025

Suzuki GSX-8R 2025

Honda CL500 2023

Honda CL500 2023

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Overview - Suzuki GSX-8R 2025 vs Honda CL500 2023

Suzuki GSX-8R 2025

Suzuki GSX-8R 2025

Honda CL500 2023

Honda CL500 2023

Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-8R 2025 compared to Honda CL500 2023

Suzuki GSX-8R 2025
Honda CL500 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn line crankpin offsetEngine typeIn line
BoreBore84 mmBore67 mm
StrokeStroke70 mmStroke66.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power83 HPEngine power47 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque78 NmTorque43.4 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,800 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.8 Compression Ratio10.7
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement776 ccmDisplacement471 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel130 mmTravel150 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberDual Shock
TravelTravel130 mmTravel145 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialSteel

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake65 degreeRake27 degree
TrailTrail104 mmTrail108 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,115 mmLength2,175 mm
WidthWidth770 mmWidth831 mm
HeightHeight1,135 mmHeight1,135 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,465 mmWheelbase1,485 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height810 mmSeat Height790 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)205 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)192 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity12 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2, ALicense compliancyA2
RangeRange333 kmRange488 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions99 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions84 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.2 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption3.6 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentLED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki GSX-8R 2025

Suzuki GSX-8R 2025

The Suzuki GSX-8R takes the popular and excellent recipe of the 8S and packs it into a high-quality package in the road sports class. With its lively riding performance, it can score points on country roads without being too extreme for everyday use. Although the price is higher than its naked bike sister, those who want a sportier bike should go for the GSX-8R.

powerful engine with powerful centre

crisp quickshifter

sporty but not uncomfortable riding position

good feel for the front wheel

high-quality electronics package

cool looks

Shock could respond more finely

A mode with slight load change

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Honda CL500 2023

Honda CL500 2023

Uncomplicated scrambler with a cool look, light-footed handling and a rev-happy engine - riding fun guaranteed for everyone. The CL500 proves to be a fun companion for every day on paved and unpaved roads. With a wide range of accessories available ex works, the Scrambler can be completely customised.

attractive price

comfortable ergonomics

stylish look

agile, easy handling

Display poorly legible

little long-distance comfort

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki GSX-8R vs Honda CL500

Price Suzuki GSX-8R

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