Suzuki Katana vs Suzuki Gsx-s1000
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Katana vs Suzuki Gsx-s1000. 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. Suzuki Gsx-s1000: 150 hp @ 11,000 rpm hp, 214 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 255 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Katana
Suzuki Gsx-s1000
Horsepower (hp)
150 hp
150 hp
Torque (Nm)
108 Nm
106 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
240 km/h
255 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
215 kg
214 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
150 hp @ 10,000 rpm (2019+ model)
150 hp @ 11,000 rpm
Torque
108 Nm @ 9,500 rpm (2019+ model)
106 Nm @ 9,250 rpm
Top Speed
240 km/h (estimated; electronically influenced)
255 km/h (estimated)
Weight
215 kg (wet/curb weight — 2019+ model)
214 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18.2 km/L) — based on 2019+ model, real-world average
6.5–7.5 L/100km (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−Basic outdated electronics package
Suzuki Gsx-s1000
8.5/10
"Arguably the best-value performance naked on the used market today."
Pros
+Legendary K5 engine heritage
+Explosive yet manageable power
+Comfortable upright riding position
Cons
−Basic suspension needs early upgrade
−Fragile lower fairing panels
−Pre-2022 lacks cornering ABS
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