Yamaha Fz-10 vs Suzuki Gsx-s1000
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Fz-10 vs Suzuki Gsx-s1000. Yamaha Fz-10: 158 hp @ 11,500 rpm hp, 213 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~260 km/h (estimated; electronically influenced), Motoryk rating 8.5/10. 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
Yamaha Fz-10
Suzuki Gsx-s1000
Horsepower (hp)
158 hp
150 hp
Torque (Nm)
111 Nm
106 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
260 km/h
255 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
213 kg
214 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
158 hp @ 11,500 rpm
150 hp @ 11,000 rpm
Torque
111 Nm @ 9,000 rpm
106 Nm @ 9,250 rpm
Top Speed
~260 km/h (estimated; electronically influenced)
255 km/h (estimated)
Weight
213 kg (wet/curb weight)
214 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
7.0–8.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
6.5–7.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Fz-10
8.5/10
"An insane performance bargain, but only for genuinely experienced riders."
Pros
+Savage R1-derived crossplane engine
+Excellent electronics package
+Sharp, responsive chassis
Cons
−Aggressive ergonomics punish longer rides
−First gear requires real respect
−Heat soak in slow traffic
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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