Suzuki GSX-S1000 2016 vs. Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2017

In terms of engine and drive train, both the Suzuki GSX-S1000 2016 and the Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2017 have inline engines. However, the Suzuki GSX-S1000 has a more powerful engine with 149 HP compared to the Triumph Street Triple 765 R's 118 HP. The Suzuki also has a higher torque of 106 Nm compared to the Triumph's 77 Nm. Both bikes have fuel injection systems and liquid cooling.

In terms of suspension, both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks at the front and swing arm suspension at the rear. The Suzuki GSX-S1000 has adjustable compression, preload, and rebound settings for both the front and rear suspension, while the Triumph Street Triple 765 R has the same adjustments plus compression settings for the rear suspension.

Both bikes have aluminum frames with twin tube designs. The Suzuki GSX-S1000 has double disk brakes at the front with a diameter of 310 mm and four pistons, while the Triumph Street Triple 765 R has the same specifications but with the addition of radial technology and monoblock pistons.

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2016

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both bikes have ABS. However, the Triumph Street Triple 765 R also has riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have a front tire width of 120 mm and a front tire diameter of 17 inches. The Suzuki GSX-S1000 has a rear tire width of 190 mm and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches, while the Triumph Street Triple 765 R has a rear tire width of 180 mm. The Suzuki has a longer wheelbase of 1460 mm compared to the Triumph's 1410 mm. The seat height of the Suzuki is 815 mm, while the Triumph's seat height is slightly higher at 825 mm. Both bikes have a fuel tank capacity of around 17 liters, with the Triumph Street Triple 765 R having a slightly larger capacity of 17.4 liters.

Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2017

In terms of strengths, the Suzuki GSX-S1000 2016 has a powerful engine, good braking control, a stable and sensitive chassis, a comfortable seating position, and a relatively low price. On the other hand, the Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2017 has a powerful powertrain, decent torque, a great sound, super brakes, a sufficiently comfortable ride, a color TFT display, the ability to switch off ABS, standard traction control, a very light weight, and an independent look.

In terms of weaknesses, the Suzuki GSX-S1000 2016 has a front end that some may consider too good-looking and a throttle response in the lower rev range that can be too aggressive. The Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2017 has a slightly rougher throttle response and is noticeably different from the top model RS.

Overall, both the Suzuki GSX-S1000 2016 and the Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2017 have their own strengths and weaknesses. The Suzuki offers a more powerful engine and good value for money, while the Triumph provides a powerful powertrain, advanced rider assistance systems, and a unique look. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.