Suzuki Katana vs Honda Cb1000r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Katana vs Honda Cb1000r. Suzuki Katana: 150 hp @ 10,000 rpm (2019+ model) hp, 215 kg (wet/curb weight — 2019+ model) weight, top speed 240 km/h (estimated; electronically influenced), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Honda Cb1000r: 145 hp @ 10,500 rpm (2018+ model) hp, 212 kg (wet/curb weight, 2018+ model) weight, top speed 240 km/h (estimated; electronically influenced), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Katana
Honda Cb1000r
Horsepower (hp)
150 hp
145 hp
Torque (Nm)
108 Nm
104 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
240 km/h
240 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
215 kg
212 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
150 hp @ 10,000 rpm (2019+ model)
145 hp @ 10,500 rpm (2018+ model)
Torque
108 Nm @ 9,500 rpm (2019+ model)
104 Nm @ 8,250 rpm (2018+ model)
Top Speed
240 km/h (estimated; electronically influenced)
240 km/h (estimated; electronically influenced)
Weight
215 kg (wet/curb weight — 2019+ model)
212 kg (wet/curb weight, 2018+ model)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18.2 km/L) — based on 2019+ model, real-world average
6.0 L/100km (approx. 16.7 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Katana
7.5/10
"A flawed but intoxicating muscle bike for experienced riders only."
Pros
+Savage, characterful inline-four engine
+Excellent Brembo front brakes
+Strong used market availability
Cons
−Terrible wind protection above 60mph
−Fairing panels scratch absurdly easily
−Basic outdated electronics package
Honda Cb1000r
8.5/10
"The best all-round naked Honda has built in decades."
Pros
+Engine silky and strong
+Bulletproof Honda reliability
+2018+ looks genuinely stunning
Cons
−Zero wind protection
−Seat comfort disappoints long-haul
−Exhaust headers rust easily
Top 10 Accessories
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