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All Bikes/Compare/Honda Cbr1000rr Fireblade vs Suzuki Gsx-r1000

Honda Cbr1000rr Fireblade vs Suzuki Gsx-r1000

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Honda Cbr1000rr Fireblade vs Suzuki Gsx-r1000. Honda Cbr1000rr Fireblade: 178 hp @ 13,000 rpm (2017+ model; earlier models ~172 hp) hp, 201 kg (wet/curb weight, 2017 standard model) weight, top speed 299 km/h (electronically limited; estimated), Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Suzuki Gsx-r1000: 202 hp @ 13,200 rpm (2017+ model; earlier generations ~185–192 hp) hp, 203 kg (curb/wet weight, 2017+ model) weight, top speed 299 km/h (electronically limited; estimated ~305+ km/h unlimted), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.

Performance at a Glance

Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value

Honda Cbr1000rr Fireblade Suzuki Gsx-r1000
Horsepower (hp)
178 hp
202 hp
Torque (Nm)
114 Nm
117 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
299 km/h
299 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
201 kg
203 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
178 hp @ 13,000 rpm (2017+ model; earlier models ~172 hp)
202 hp @ 13,200 rpm (2017+ model; earlier generations ~185–192 hp)
Torque
114 Nm @ 11,500 rpm
117 Nm @ 10,800 rpm (2017+ model)
Top Speed
299 km/h (electronically limited; estimated)
299 km/h (electronically limited; estimated ~305+ km/h unlimted)
Weight
201 kg (wet/curb weight, 2017 standard model)
203 kg (curb/wet weight, 2017+ model)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L typical real-world average)
7.0–8.5 L/100km (typical real-world average; ~12–14 km/L)
Fairing
Yes
Yes

Individual Reviews

Honda Cbr1000rr Fireblade
Honda Cbr1000rr Fireblade
8.5/10

"A genuinely brilliant sportsbike that demands respect and rewards skill."

Pros
+Bulletproof Honda reliability
+Incredible high-rpm power delivery
+Sharp, communicative chassis feedback
Cons
Punishing on long commutes
Older stator units fail
Aging suspension needs rebuilding
Suzuki Gsx-r1000
Suzuki Gsx-r1000
8.5/10

"The benchmark litre bike — buy carefully and you won't regret it."

Pros
+Razor-sharp chassis feedback
+Explosive top-end power
+Abundant used parts availability
Cons
Crash damage history common
Neglected valve clearances costly
Uncomfortable for daily commuting

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R&G Racing Aero Frame Sliders Honda CBR1000RR
R&G · Frame Sliders
R&G Racing Aero Frame Sliders Honda CBR1000RR
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R&G Racing Aero Frame Sliders GSX-R1000
R&G · Frame Sliders
R&G Racing Aero Frame Sliders GSX-R1000
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Akrapovic Slip-On Line Titanium CBR1000RR
Akrapovič · Exhaust Slip-on
Akrapovic Slip-On Line Titanium CBR1000RR
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Caltric Front And Rear Brake Pads Compatible with Suzuki Gsx-R1000 Gsxr1000 Gsx R1000 2012-2016
Brake Pads
Caltric Front And Rear Brake Pads Compatible with Suzuki Gsx-R1000 Gsxr1000 Gsx R1000 2012-2016
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ExpertPower YTZ10S AGM Motorcycle 12V Battery - 8.6Ah, 220 CCA Powersports Batteries for CBR1000RA, Ninja 650, YZF-R1, YFM35R Raptor ATV, Maxam 2013 Scooter, OEM Fit Replacement
Battery
ExpertPower YTZ10S AGM Motorcycle 12V Battery - 8.6Ah, 220 CCA Powersports Batteries for CBR1000RA, Ninja 650, YZF-R1, YFM35R Raptor ATV, Maxam 2013 Scooter, OEM Fit Replacement
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Yoshimura R-77 Slip-On Exhaust GSX-R1000
Yoshimura · Exhaust Slip-On
Yoshimura R-77 Slip-On Exhaust GSX-R1000
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Cam Chain Timing Chain Replacing for Honda 14401-MAS-013, for Honda CB900F CB919 2002-2009 for Honda CBR900RR Fireblade 1993-1999, for Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade 2004-2007 for Honda CB1000R
Chain & Lube
Cam Chain Timing Chain Replacing for Honda 14401-MAS-013, for Honda CB900F CB919 2002-2009 for Honda CBR900RR Fireblade 1993-1999, for Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade 2004-2007 for Honda CB1000R
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Caltric Agm Battery Compatible with Suzuki 1000 Gsx-R1000 Gsxr1000 2005-2009 2011-2016
Battery
Caltric Agm Battery Compatible with Suzuki 1000 Gsx-R1000 Gsxr1000 2005-2009 2011-2016
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Front and Rear Brake Pads for Honda CBR600RR CBR600 RR 2003-2006 / CBR1000RR CBR 1000 RR CBR 1000RR Fireblade 2004 2005
Brake Pads
Front and Rear Brake Pads for Honda CBR600RR CBR600 RR 2003-2006 / CBR1000RR CBR 1000 RR CBR 1000RR Fireblade 2004 2005
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Cyclemax Genuine OEM Standard Oil Change Kit compatible with 2001-2023 Suzuki GSX-R1000
Engine Oil
Cyclemax Genuine OEM Standard Oil Change Kit compatible with 2001-2023 Suzuki GSX-R1000
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