Moto Guzzi Norge GT 8V vs Suzuki GSF 1200 S Bandit (2017)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi Norge GT 8Vstacks up against the Suzuki GSF 1200 S Bandit. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Moto Guzzi Norge GT 8V | Suzuki GSF 1200 S Bandit |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2017 | 2003 |
| Price | $16,250 | — |
| Engine | 1151 cc | 1157 cc |
| Horsepower | 102 hp | 98 hp |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Weight | 257 kg | 220 kg |
| Seat height | 32 mm | 31 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 6.1 L | 5.3 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Stainless steel floating discs and callipers with 4 horizontally opposed pistons - ABS | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. Stainless steel fixed disc, floating calliper with 2 parallel pistons - ABS | Single disc |
| Tires | 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 | 120/70-17 / 180/55-17 |
Moto Guzzi Norge GT 8V vs Suzuki GSF 1200 S Bandit — which should you buy?
Picking between the Moto Guzzi Norge GT 8V and the Suzuki GSF 1200 S Bandit usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi Norge GT 8V brings 102 hp in a 257 kg package, while the Suzuki GSF 1200 S Bandit counters with 98 hp at 220 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: