Suzuki Sv1000 vs Suzuki Gsx-s1000
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Sv1000 vs Suzuki Gsx-s1000. Suzuki Sv1000: 120 hp @ 9,000 rpm hp, 198 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 230 km/h (est.), Motoryk rating 8.0/10. 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 Sv1000
Suzuki Gsx-s1000
Horsepower (hp)
120 hp
150 hp
Torque (Nm)
103 Nm
106 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
230 km/h
255 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
198 kg
214 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
120 hp @ 9,000 rpm
150 hp @ 11,000 rpm
Torque
103 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
106 Nm @ 9,250 rpm
Top Speed
230 km/h (est.)
255 km/h (estimated)
Weight
198 kg (wet/curb weight)
214 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
6.5–7.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Sv1000
8.0/10
"Underrated V-twin gem that rewards riders who buy carefully."
Pros
+Addictive V-twin torque delivery
+Fantastic value used market
+Engaging flickable chassis
Cons
−Regulator-rectifier known failure point
−Fairing parts scarce expensive
−Fuel pump reliability concerns
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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