Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021 vs. Yamaha MT-09 2021

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2021

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Overview - Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021 vs Yamaha MT-09 2021

The Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021 and the Yamaha MT-09 2021 are both naked bikes that offer a thrilling riding experience. Let's compare these two models based on their technical specifications and strengths.

Starting with the engine and drive train, both bikes have an inline engine type and fuel injection system. However, the Suzuki GSX-S1000 has a more powerful engine with 152 HP compared to the Yamaha MT-09's 119 HP. The Suzuki also has higher torque at 106 Nm compared to the Yamaha's 93 Nm. In terms of cylinders, the Suzuki has four while the Yamaha has three. Both bikes have liquid cooling and a displacement of around 1000cc.

Moving on to the suspension, both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks in the front and a swing arm with a monoshock in the rear. The chassis of both bikes is made of aluminum and has a twin tube frame type. The braking system for the front wheels is a double disk setup, with the Suzuki having a larger diameter of 310 mm compared to the Yamaha's 298 mm.

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both bikes offer ABS and traction control. The Suzuki GSX-S1000 goes a step further and includes riding modes, ride by wire, and a shift assistant with a blipper. On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 includes a quickshifter in addition to ABS and traction control.

When it comes to dimensions and weights, both bikes have a front tire width of 120 mm and a front tire diameter of 17 inches. The Suzuki has a wider rear tire at 190 mm compared to the Yamaha's 180 mm. Both bikes have a wheelbase of around 1400-1500 mm, with the Suzuki having a slightly longer wheelbase at 1460 mm. The seat height of the Yamaha is higher at 825 mm compared to the Suzuki's 810 mm. The Suzuki is also slightly heavier with a kerb weight of 214 kg compared to the Yamaha's 189 kg. The fuel tank capacity of the Suzuki is larger at 19 liters compared to the Yamaha's 14 liters.

Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2021

In terms of strengths, the Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021 offers a powerful engine, a smooth quickshifter, sporty handling, a comfortable seating position, and an aggressive look. On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 2021 offers no more load change reactions, even more pressure from the center, an over-complete electronics package, a great working quickshifter, a comfortably integrated seating position, a successful chassis, lively handling, and enormous riding pleasure.

As for weaknesses, the Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021 has a display that is difficult to read. The Yamaha MT-09 2021 has a polarizing look, a small TFT display, somewhat indirect front wheel feel, and cruise control only available in the SP variant.

In conclusion, both the Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021 and the Yamaha MT-09 2021 are powerful naked bikes with their own unique strengths and weaknesses. The Suzuki offers a more powerful engine and additional advanced rider assistance systems, while the Yamaha provides a comfortable seating position and a lively handling experience. Ultimately, the choice between these two bikes will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021 compared to Yamaha MT-09 2021

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021
Yamaha MT-09 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore73.4 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke59 mmStroke62.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power152 HPEngine power119 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque106 NmTorque93 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque9,250 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.2 Compression Ratio11.5
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
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement999 ccmDisplacement889 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountDeflection
TravelTravel130 mmTravel122 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake65 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail100 mmTrail108 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter298 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter245 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Quickshifter, 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 width190 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height50 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,115 mmLength2,090 mm
WidthWidth810 mmWidth795 mm
HeightHeight1,080 mmHeight1,190 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,460 mmWheelbase1,430 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height810 mmSeat Height825 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)214 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)189 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021

Suzuki's evolution of the GSX-S1000 is a complete success. Although it is an old acquaintance in terms of its basic design, with the 2021 update to Euro5, as well as numerous revisions, the Japanese have created a wonderfully rounded package in the power naked segment. The engine, throttle response and quickshifter work flawlessly, and the suspension and brake components are tuned for sporty comfort. A bike with which you don't have to hide - unless someone wants to examine the display...

powerful engine

smooth quickshifter

sporty handling

comfortable seating position

aggressive look

Display difficult to read

Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2021

The ingredients for the 2021 update are right: More power, more equipment, more electronics, less weight. If you take a look at the key data of the latest MT-09, including its over-complete standard equipment, "mid-range naked bike" almost sounds a bit pejorative. The Japanese engineers have made improvements exactly where they were needed. The swaying chassis is now a thing of the past and the load change reactions have also been eliminated from the revised three-cylinder engine. The additional power paired with a little more pressure in the mid-range gives a sovereign riding feeling. The MT-09 offers a lot of equipment and enormous riding pleasure at a very attractive price. If you like the look, you can buy it without hesitation.

No more load change reactions

even more pressure from the centre

over-complete electronics package

great working quickshifter

comfortably integrated seating position

successful chassis

lively handling

enormous riding pleasure.

Polarising look

small TFT display

somewhat indirect front wheel feel

cruise control only available in SP variant

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki GSX-S1000 vs Yamaha MT-09

There are a few key differences between a Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021 and a Yamaha MT-09 2021. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021 is about 17% higher. Compared to Yamaha MT-09 2021 there are less Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 16 compared to 19. It takes less time to sell a Suzuki GSX-S1000 with 77 days compared to 112 days for a Yamaha MT-09. Since model year 2015 1000PS.de editors have written 36 reviews for the Suzuki GSX-S1000 and 57 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 since model year 2013. The first review for the Suzuki GSX-S1000 was published on 9/27/2014 and now has more than 17,100 views. This compares to more than 39,900 views for the first review on Yamaha MT-09 published on 6/10/2013.

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