Honda V65 VF1100S Sabre vs Suzuki GSX 1100 G (1996)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda V65 VF1100S Sabrestacks up against the Suzuki GSX 1100 G. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda V65 VF1100S SabreSuzuki GSX 1100 G
Model year19851996
Price
Engine1098 cc1127 cc
Horsepower121 hp96 hp
Torque94 Nm
Weight261 kg
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc

Honda V65 VF1100S Sabre vs Suzuki GSX 1100 G — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda V65 VF1100S Sabre and the Suzuki GSX 1100 G usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda V65 VF1100S Sabre brings 121 hp, while the Suzuki GSX 1100 G counters with 96 hp at 261 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: