Honda Vtx1800 vs Suzuki Intruder 1500
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Honda Vtx1800 vs Suzuki Intruder 1500. Honda Vtx1800: 106 hp @ 5,000 rpm hp, 318 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 185 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 8.2/10. Suzuki Intruder 1500: 70 hp @ 4,800 rpm hp, 317 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Honda Vtx1800
Suzuki Intruder 1500
Horsepower (hp)
106 hp
70 hp
Torque (Nm)
167 Nm
115 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
185 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
318 kg
317 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
106 hp @ 5,000 rpm
70 hp @ 4,800 rpm
Torque
167 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
115 Nm @ 3,200 rpm
Top Speed
185 km/h (estimated)
175 km/h
Weight
318 kg (wet/curb weight)
317 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5–8.0 L/100km (typical real-world average)
6.5–7.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Honda Vtx1800
8.2/10
"The cruiser for riders who prioritize reliability over brand loyalty."
Pros
+Bulletproof Honda reliability
+Massive torque, surprisingly smooth
+Shaft drive, zero chain hassle
Cons
−Heavy, slow-speed handling suffers
−Carbureted versions need attention
−Styling divides opinion sharply
Suzuki Intruder 1500
7.8/10
"A dependable, underrated cruiser that punches above its used price."
Pros
+Bombproof engine reliability
+Massive low-end torque
+Smooth shaft drive
Cons
−Heavy at low speeds
−Carbs gum up easily
−Chrome maintenance is relentless
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