Moto Guzzi Audace vs Suzuki GSX 8R (1400)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi Audacestacks up against the Suzuki GSX 8R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Moto Guzzi Audace | Suzuki GSX 8R |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2020 | 2026 |
| Price | — | $9,699 |
| Engine | 1380 cc | 776 cc |
| Horsepower | 96 hp | — |
| Torque | 121 Nm | — |
| Weight | — | 205 kg |
| Seat height | 29 mm | 810 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 5.4 L | 14.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | Manual, 6 speed, Chain |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. | Dual Hydraulic Disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. | Hydraulic Disc |
| Tires | 130/70-18 / 200/60-16 | Dunlop® Roadsport 2 120/70 ZR17 M/C 58W / Dunlop® Roadsport 2 180/55 ZR17 M/C 73W |
Moto Guzzi Audace vs Suzuki GSX 8R — which should you buy?
Picking between the Moto Guzzi Audace and the Suzuki GSX 8R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi Audace brings 96 hp, while the Suzuki GSX 8R counters with its own power figure at 205 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: