Suzuki GSX-S1000 2020 vs. BMW S 1000 R 2020

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2020

BMW S 1000 R 2020
Overview - Suzuki GSX-S1000 2020 vs BMW S 1000 R 2020

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2020

BMW S 1000 R 2020
Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-S1000 2020 compared to BMW S 1000 R 2020
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Suzuki GSX-S1000 2020

The GSX-S 1000 from Suzuki looks sexy, has a powerful sound and really smart hardware. It rides stably, easily and is also fun to ride on tours. If necessary, the engine smokes up violently. But it can also be moved mildly. Compared to the finest Powernakeds, it lacks individual features, but anyone who looks at the price tag will quickly realise: A great choice!
BMW S 1000 R 2020

The seating position is sporty, but by no means uncomfortable, the brakes are powerful and the engine of the S 1000 R is at its best - perhaps even a little too homogeneous. There is also nothing to complain about on the riding side. Based on the pure performance data and the installed electronic features, the BMW probably has what it takes for the fastest lap time. And that on any kind of surface, because with the semi-active suspension you can eat up kilometre after kilometre on bad roads littered with potholes. Unfortunately, this feeling of superiority never really spilled over to the driver. Probably the downside of too much balance in all areas - at least in my Italophile eyes. The BMW lacked that certain something, the charisma, which is difficult to explain but arouses genuine emotions.