Suzuki Tl1000r vs Honda Rc51 Sp1
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Tl1000r vs Honda Rc51 Sp1. Suzuki Tl1000r: 135 hp @ 9,500 rpm hp, 206 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 265 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Honda Rc51 Sp1: 136 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 201 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 270 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Tl1000r
Honda Rc51 Sp1
Horsepower (hp)
135 hp
136 hp
Torque (Nm)
103 Nm
102 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
265 km/h
270 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
206 kg
201 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
135 hp @ 9,500 rpm
136 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
103 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
102 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
265 km/h
270 km/h
Weight
206 kg (wet/curb weight)
201 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
7.5 L/100km (approx. 13.3 km/L typical real-world average)
7.5 L/100km (approximately 13.3 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Tl1000r
7.5/10
"A flawed masterpiece that demands respect and proper maintenance."
Pros
+Intoxicating V-twin character
+Stunning performance for era
+Aggressive, purposeful styling
Cons
−Rotary damper wears unpredictably
−Fairing plastics nearly extinct
−Savage urban heat soak
Honda Rc51 Sp1
8.0/10
"A flawed masterpiece that rewards patient, experienced owners who research thoroughly."
Pros
+Intoxicating V-twin soundtrack
+Honda reliability versus competitors
+Appreciating collector value
Cons
−Expensive valve service intervals
−SP1 fueling rough below 4000rpm
−Frame crack history on track bikes
Top 10 Accessories
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