Moto Guzzi Audace Carbon vs Suzuki GSX 8S (1400)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi Audace Carbonstacks up against the Suzuki GSX 8S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi Audace CarbonSuzuki GSX 8S
Model year20172026
Price$9,249
Engine1380 cc776 cc
Horsepower96 hp
Torque121 Nm
Weight202 kg
Seat height29 mm810 mm
Fuel capacity5.4 L14.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speedManual, 6 speed, Chain
Front brakesDouble disc. ABS. Floating discs. Brembo.Dual Hydraulic Disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS. Floating disc. Brembo.Hydraulic Disc
Tires100/90-18 / 200/60-16 Dunlop® Roadsport 2 120/70 ZR17 M/C 58W / Dunlop® Roadsport 2 180/55 ZR17 M/C 73W

Moto Guzzi Audace Carbon vs Suzuki GSX 8S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi Audace Carbon and the Suzuki GSX 8S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi Audace Carbon brings 96 hp, while the Suzuki GSX 8S counters with its own power figure at 202 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: