Buell 1125R vs Suzuki GSX 1100 F (reduced effect) (2010)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Buell 1125Rstacks up against the Suzuki GSX 1100 F (reduced effect). Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecBuell 1125RSuzuki GSX 1100 F (reduced effect)
Model year20101992
Price$12,499
Engine1126 cc1127 cc
Horsepower146 hp100 hp
Torque111 Nm
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity5.3 L5.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. ZTL2-type brake, 8-piston, 4 pads, fixed caliper, single-sided, inside out, stainless steel, floating rotorDual disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Two-piston, direct mount caliper; stainless steel, fixed rotorSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 120/80-16 / 150/80-16

Buell 1125R vs Suzuki GSX 1100 F (reduced effect) — which should you buy?

Picking between the Buell 1125R and the Suzuki GSX 1100 F (reduced effect) usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Buell 1125R brings 146 hp, while the Suzuki GSX 1100 F (reduced effect) counters with 100 hp.

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: