Kawasaki Z800 vs Suzuki Gsx-s750
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Z800
Suzuki Gsx-s750
Horsepower (hp)
113 hp
114 hp
Torque (Nm)
83 Nm
81 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
225 km/h
210 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
231 kg
213 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
113 hp @ 10,200 rpm
114 hp @ 10,500 rpm
Torque
83 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
81 Nm @ 9,000 rpm
Top Speed
225 km/h
~210 km/h (estimated)
Weight
231 kg (wet/curb weight)
213 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.0–7.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
6.0–7.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Z800
8.0/10
"A brilliantly balanced naked that rewards experienced riders without punishing beginners."
Pros
+Addictive inline-four character
+Flickable, confidence-inspiring chassis
+Parts widely available cheap
Cons
−Vibes above 9k rpm
−Fuel economy underwhelming
−No traction control fitted
Suzuki Gsx-s750
8.0/10
"An underrated gem delivering genuine performance at honest used prices."
Pros
+Screaming GSX-R derived engine
+Bulletproof long-term reliability
+Excellent used value proposition
Cons
−Suspension needs upgrading eventually
−Slightly cramped for tall riders
−Wind protection essentially nonexistent