Honda CB650R 2023 vs. Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Honda CB650R 2023

Honda CB650R 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

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Overview - Honda CB650R 2023 vs Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

The Honda CB650R 2023 and the Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 are both naked bikes with similar technical specifications. However, there are some notable differences between the two models.

In terms of engine power, the Honda CB650R has a slight advantage with 95 HP compared to the Suzuki GSX-8S's 83 HP. The Honda CB650R also has a torque of 63 Nm, while the Suzuki GSX-8S has a higher torque of 78 Nm. This higher torque in the Suzuki GSX-8S may result in better acceleration and overall performance.

Both bikes have a fuel injection system and liquid cooling, ensuring efficient fuel consumption and optimal engine temperature. The Honda CB650R has a larger engine displacement of 649 ccm, while the Suzuki GSX-8S has a slightly smaller displacement of 776 ccm.

Honda CB650R 2023

Honda CB650R 2023

In terms of suspension, both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks in the front and swing arm suspension in the rear. The shock absorbers in the rear of both bikes are monoshocks with preload adjustment. The Suzuki GSX-8S also offers additional suspension adjustments, such as riding modes and traction control, providing a more customizable riding experience.

Both bikes have a steel frame and double disc brakes in the front with a diameter of 310 mm and four pistons. The brakes in both models also feature radial technology, providing excellent braking performance. The Honda CB650R has a frame made of steel, while the Suzuki GSX-8S also has a steel frame.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Suzuki GSX-8S has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1465 mm compared to the Honda CB650R's 1450 mm. Both bikes have a seat height of 810 mm, providing a comfortable riding position for most riders. The kerb weight of both bikes is similar, with the Honda CB650R weighing 202.5 kg and the Suzuki GSX-8S weighing 202 kg.

When it comes to fuel capacity, the Honda CB650R has a larger fuel tank capacity of 15.4 liters compared to the Suzuki GSX-8S's 14 liters. However, the Suzuki GSX-8S has a slightly better range of 333 km compared to the Honda CB650R's 314 km. Both bikes have a combined fuel consumption of around 4.2-4.9 l/100km, indicating good fuel efficiency.

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

In terms of strengths, the Honda CB650R offers a sporty seating position, wide handlebars, and is comfortable for everyday use. The Suzuki GSX-8S has a full-grown and high-quality overall concept, high-torque engine, stable handling, and a great naked bike riding position. It also offers advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control.

However, both bikes have their weaknesses. The Honda CB650R can be somewhat sluggish, while the Suzuki GSX-8S's quickshifter and gearstick require more operating force than usual. The ABS controls on the Suzuki GSX-8S are also defensive, and the engine lacks rev reserves upwards.

Overall, both the Honda CB650R 2023 and the Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 are solid naked bike options with their own strengths and weaknesses. It ultimately comes down to personal preferences and priorities when choosing between the two models.

Technical Specifications Honda CB650R 2023 compared to Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Honda CB650R 2023
Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
BoreBore67 mmBore84 mm
StrokeStroke46 mmStroke70 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power83 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power12,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque63 NmTorque78 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.6 Compression Ratio12.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement776 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandKayaba
TravelTravel120 mmTravel130 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake64.5 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail101 mmTrail104 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,120 mmLength2,115 mm
WidthWidth750 mmWidth775 mm
HeightHeight1,150 mmHeight1,105 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,465 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height810 mmSeat Height810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)202.5 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)202 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15.4 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2, A
RangeRange314 kmRange333 km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.9 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.2 l/100km

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB650R 2023

Honda CB650R 2023

Honda's CB650R proves brilliantly that four-cylinder naked bikes with little displacement are also a real source of joy on the country road. The engine tuning provides enough pressure from the hairpin bend and rewards with a wonderful four-cylinder shriek after a short wait. The chassis components offer a solid balance between everyday life and sportiness.

engine with good revving

adequate power

sporty seating position

wide handlebars

comfortable for everyday use

somewhat sluggish

display functional, but not exciting

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

For years, Suzuki was the brand that offered nice bikes at a good price/performance ratio. With the Suzuki GSX-8S, the brand is much more self-confident. It presents itself as high-quality, mature and places itself at the top of a hard-fought class. The unspectacular performance data and the relatively high weight tarnish the picture only briefly. During the test rides, the Suzuki was completely convincing. A really good motorbike.

Full-grown and high-quality overall concept

high-torque engine

first-class running culture, stable handling, overall very high-quality impression

Very good seat

Great nakedbike riding position

Good and precise quickshifter

high-quality controls

very good display

Suspension offers reserves for a wide range of uses despite lack of adjustment options

Good ergonomics

Quickshifter and gearstick require a little more operating force than usual

Motorbike somewhat heavier than other bikes in this class

ABS controls very defensively

Engine has no rev reserves upwards

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CB650R vs Suzuki GSX-8S

There are a few key differences between a Honda CB650R 2023 and a Suzuki GSX-8S 2023. In terms of price, the actual average prices of both motorbikes are almost the same. Compared to Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 there are less Honda CB650R 2023 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 78 compared to 173. It takes less time to sell a Suzuki GSX-8S with 59 days compared to 89 days for the Honda CB650R. Since model year 2019 1000PS.de editors have written 23 reviews for the Honda CB650R and 13 reviews for the Suzuki GSX-8S since model year 2023. The first review for the Honda CB650R was published on 10/8/2018 and now has more than 53,700 views. This compares to more than 47,300 views for the first review on Suzuki GSX-8S published on 11/8/2022.

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