Suzuki Rg500 Gamma vs Honda Cbr900rr Fireblade
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Rg500 Gamma vs Honda Cbr900rr Fireblade. Suzuki Rg500 Gamma: 95 hp @ 9,500 rpm hp, 154 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 220 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Honda Cbr900rr Fireblade: 122 hp @ 10,500 rpm hp, 185 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 270 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Rg500 Gamma
Honda Cbr900rr Fireblade
Horsepower (hp)
95 hp
122 hp
Torque (Nm)
75 Nm
92 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
220 km/h
270 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
154 kg
185 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
95 hp @ 9,500 rpm
122 hp @ 10,500 rpm
Torque
75 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
92 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
Top Speed
220 km/h
270 km/h
Weight
154 kg (wet/curb weight)
185 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
Approximately 8–12 L/100km (8–12 km/L) depending on riding style; two-strokes vary widely with throttle use
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Rg500 Gamma
8.5/10
"The most exciting road motorcycle of its era, demanding complete commitment."
Pros
+Genuine GP-derived performance
+Razor-sharp chassis handling
+Appreciating collector value
Cons
−Expensive, specialist maintenance required
−Parts increasingly scarce
−Powervalve seizure risk
Honda Cbr900rr Fireblade
8.5/10
"A genuine legend that still rewards experienced riders enormously."
Pros
+Bulletproof Honda reliability record
+Legendary handling still impressive
+Strong parts availability overall
Cons
−Fairing panels costly and scarce
−Hard seat on long rides
−Carb versions need attention
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