Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 vs. Honda CB650R 2021

The Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 and the Honda CB650R 2021 are both naked bikes that offer high performance and are suitable for various riding conditions.

In terms of the engine and powertrain, the Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 features an inline crankshaft engine with a displacement of 776cc, producing 83 HP of power and 78 Nm of torque. It uses a fuel injection system and has 2 cylinders. The cooling system is liquid-based. On the other hand, the Honda CB650R 2021 also has an inline engine with a displacement of 649cc, producing 95 HP of power and 63 Nm of torque. It also uses a fuel injection system and has 4 cylinders. The cooling system is also liquid-based.

Both bikes have similar suspension systems, with a telescopic upside-down fork at the front and a swingarm suspension with a monoshock at the rear. The Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 uses Kayaba suspension components, while the Honda CB650R 2021 uses Showa components. Both bikes offer pre-load adjustment for the rear suspension and have aluminum material for the swingarm.

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

In terms of the chassis, both bikes have a steel frame.

For braking, both bikes have dual disc brakes at the front with a diameter of 310mm and four-piston calipers. The braking technology used is radial.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, the Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 offers ABS, riding modes, ride-by-wire, shift assistant with blipper, and traction control. The Honda CB650R 2021, on the other hand, only offers ABS.

Honda CB650R 2021

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have a front tire width of 120mm and a rear tire width of 180mm, with a 17-inch diameter for both the front and rear tires. The Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 has a wheelbase of 1465mm, while the Honda CB650R 2021 has a wheelbase of 1450mm. The seat height is the same for both bikes at 810mm. The Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 weighs 202kg (with ABS), while the Honda CB650R 2021 weighs slightly more at 202.5kg (with ABS). The fuel tank capacity is 14 liters for the Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 and 15.4 liters for the Honda CB650R 2021. The range is 333km for the Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 and 314km for the Honda CB650R 2021. The combined fuel consumption is 4.2 l/100km for the Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 and 4.9 l/100km for the Honda CB650R 2021.

In terms of strengths, the Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 offers a complete and high-quality overall concept, a high torque engine, a first-class racing culture, stable handling, a good seat, excellent naked bike riding position, good and precise gear shifting, high-quality controls, a very good display, and suspension that offers reserves for a wide range of uses despite the lack of adjustment options. It also has good ergonomics. The Honda CB650R 2021, on the other hand, has strengths such as its Neo Sports Cafe optics, suitability for beginners, good price-performance ratio, smooth acceleration from the engine, and low fuel consumption.

In terms of weaknesses, the Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 requires slightly more force to operate the gearshift and clutch lever than usual, is slightly heavier compared to other bikes in its class, has a defensive ABS system, and lacks high-end rev range. The Honda CB650R 2021 has weaknesses such as limited space for tall riders, mediocre equipment, relatively bulky design, and limited impact in the rev range.