Moto Guzzi Norge GT 8V vs Suzuki GSF 1200 SA 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 SA 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 SA Bandit |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2017 | 1999 |
| Price | $16,250 | — |
| Engine | 1151 cc | 1157 cc |
| Horsepower | 102 hp | 98 hp |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Weight | 257 kg | — |
| Seat height | 32 mm | 33 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 6.1 L | 5.0 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 | Dual 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-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 |
Moto Guzzi Norge GT 8V vs Suzuki GSF 1200 SA Bandit — which should you buy?
Picking between the Moto Guzzi Norge GT 8V and the Suzuki GSF 1200 SA 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 SA Bandit counters with 98 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: