Moto Guzzi Breva 1200 vs Suzuki GSX 8S (1200)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi Breva 1200stacks up against the Suzuki GSX 8S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi Breva 1200Suzuki GSX 8S
Model year20112026
Price$11,970$9,249
Engine1151 cc776 cc
Horsepower92 hp
Torque96 Nm
Weight231 kg202 kg
Seat height32 mm810 mm
Fuel capacity6.1 L14.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speedManual, 6 speed, Chain
Front brakesSingle disc. 4 piston caliperDual Hydraulic Disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. 2 piston caliperHydraulic Disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 Dunlop® Roadsport 2 120/70 ZR17 M/C 58W / Dunlop® Roadsport 2 180/55 ZR17 M/C 73W

Moto Guzzi Breva 1200 vs Suzuki GSX 8S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi Breva 1200 and the Suzuki GSX 8S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi Breva 1200 brings 92 hp in a 231 kg package, while the Suzuki GSX 8S counters with its own power figure at 202 kg. On price, the Suzuki GSX 8S has the lower MSRP.

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: