BMW M 1000 XR vs Suzuki GSX-R 1000 40th Anniversary Edition (2026)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the BMW M 1000 XRstacks up against the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 40th Anniversary Edition. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | BMW M 1000 XR | Suzuki GSX-R 1000 40th Anniversary Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Price | $25,475 | $2,026 |
| Engine | 999 cc | 999 cc |
| Weight | 211 kg | 203 kg |
| Seat height | 848 mm | 825 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 20.0 L | 16.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Manual, 6 speed, Chain | Manual, 6 speed, Chain |
| Front brakes | Dual Hydraulic Disc | Dual Hydraulic Disc |
| Rear brakes | Hydraulic Disc | Hydraulic Disc |
| Tires | 120/70 ZR17 / 200/55 ZR17 | Bridgestone® RS11 120/70 ZR17M/C 58W / Bridgestone® RS11 190/55 ZR17M/C 75W |
BMW M 1000 XR vs Suzuki GSX-R 1000 40th Anniversary Edition — which should you buy?
Picking between the BMW M 1000 XR and the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 40th Anniversary Edition usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the BMW M 1000 XR brings its published horsepower in a 211 kg package, while the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 40th Anniversary Edition counters with its own power figure at 203 kg. On price, the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 40th Anniversary Edition has the lower MSRP.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: