Metisse MK 5 Street Scrambler vs Suzuki GS 1000 E (2023)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Metisse MK 5 Street Scramblerstacks up against the Suzuki GS 1000 E. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMetisse MK 5 Street ScramblerSuzuki GS 1000 E
Model year20231981
Price
Engine997 cc997 cc
Horsepower97 hp90 hp
Torque95 Nm
Weight187 kg
Fuel capacity4.0 L5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. BremboDual disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. BremboSingle disc
Tires110/80-R19 / 150/50-R17 3.50-19 / 4.50-17

Metisse MK 5 Street Scrambler vs Suzuki GS 1000 E — which should you buy?

Picking between the Metisse MK 5 Street Scrambler and the Suzuki GS 1000 E usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Metisse MK 5 Street Scrambler brings 97 hp in a 187 kg package, while the Suzuki GS 1000 E counters with 90 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: