Harley-Davidson Hillclimber vs Suzuki DR 800 S (1998)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Harley-Davidson Hillclimberstacks up against the Suzuki DR 800 S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHarley-Davidson HillclimberSuzuki DR 800 S
Model year19321998
Price
Engine750 cc779 cc
Horsepower50 hp
Torque59 Nm
Weight201 kg
Seat height35 mm
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc

Harley-Davidson Hillclimber vs Suzuki DR 800 S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Harley-Davidson Hillclimber and the Suzuki DR 800 S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson Hillclimber brings its published horsepower, while the Suzuki DR 800 S counters with 50 hp at 201 kg.

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: