Suzuki Gs500 vs Yamaha Fz25
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Gs500 vs Yamaha Fz25. Suzuki Gs500: 45 hp @ 9,000 rpm hp, 185 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Yamaha Fz25: 20.9 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 153 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 130 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Gs500
Yamaha Fz25
Horsepower (hp)
45 hp
20.9 hp
Torque (Nm)
44 Nm
20.1 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
130 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
185 kg
153 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
45 hp @ 9,000 rpm
20.9 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
44 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
20.1 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h
130 km/h
Weight
185 kg (wet/curb weight)
153 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.8 L/100km or approximately 26 km/L
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Gs500
7.5/10
"The smartest, most sensible used motorcycle under two grand."
Pros
+Nearly indestructible engine
+Dirt-cheap running costs
+Forgiving but still teachable
Cons
−Suspension is genuinely soft
−Brakes feel dated
−Zero excitement factor
Yamaha Fz25
7.5/10
"A genuinely solid commuter that rewards patient, informed buyers."
Pros
+Reliable fuel-injected engine
+Strong resale value retention
+Low running costs
Cons
−Vibes above 7,000rpm
−Rear suspension often neglected
−Highway cruising feels strained
Top 10 Accessories
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