Suzuki Gsx750f Katana vs Suzuki Rf900r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Gsx750f Katana vs Suzuki Rf900r. Suzuki Gsx750f Katana: 88 hp @ 9,500 rpm hp, 218 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 210 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.0/10. Suzuki Rf900r: 125 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 229 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 240 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Gsx750f Katana
Suzuki Rf900r
Horsepower (hp)
88 hp
125 hp
Torque (Nm)
69 Nm
93 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
210 km/h
240 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
218 kg
229 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
88 hp @ 9,500 rpm
125 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
69 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
93 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
210 km/h
240 km/h
Weight
218 kg (wet/curb weight)
229 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km or approximately 18 km/L (typical real-world average)
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Gsx750f Katana
7.0/10
"Unglamorous but genuinely dependable — the accountant of motorcycles."
Pros
+Nearly indestructible engine
+Comfortable all-day ergonomics
+Cheap insurance and parts
Cons
−Carbs need regular attention
−Outdated performance figures
−Heavy for its class
Suzuki Rf900r
7.5/10
"A genuinely capable all-rounder hiding in plain sight at bargain prices."
Pros
+Strong, characterful inline-four engine
+Excellent wind protection fairing
+Comfortable two-up capability
Cons
−Parts availability increasingly difficult
−Carb issues on neglected examples
−Heavy for its power class
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