Suzuki Sv650 S vs Suzuki Gsx-8r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Sv650 S vs Suzuki Gsx-8r. Suzuki Sv650 S: 72 hp @ 8,800 rpm hp, 179 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 210 km/h (estimated; note: real-world results may vary slightly by year and rider), Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Suzuki Gsx-8r: 83 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 203 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~210 km/h (estimated; official figure not published), Motoryk rating 8.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Sv650 S
Suzuki Gsx-8r
Horsepower (hp)
72 hp
83 hp
Torque (Nm)
64 Nm
78 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
210 km/h
210 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
179 kg
203 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
72 hp @ 8,800 rpm
83 hp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque
64 Nm @ 7,200 rpm
78 Nm @ 6,800 rpm
Top Speed
210 km/h (estimated; note: real-world results may vary slightly by year and rider)
~210 km/h (estimated; official figure not published)
Weight
179 kg (wet/curb weight)
203 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km or approximately 18 km/L (typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L, estimated real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Sv650 S
8.5/10
"The used bike market's most dependable answer to almost everything."
Pros
+V-twin torque from nowhere
+Parts and knowledge everywhere
+Forgiving but genuinely rewarding
Cons
−Soft suspension out of box
−Fairing mounts crack easily
−Seat gets uncomfortable fast
Suzuki Gsx-8r
8.0/10
"The smartest middleweight sport buy under ten grand right now."
Pros
+Strong usable midrange torque
+Reliable, trouble-free ownership
+Sharp, modern styling
Cons
−Suspension soft for heavier riders
−Cramped for tall riders
−Uninspiring top-end rush
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