Moto Guzzi Quota ES 1100 vs Suzuki GSX 1100 EF (1998)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi Quota ES 1100stacks up against the Suzuki GSX 1100 EF. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi Quota ES 1100Suzuki GSX 1100 EF
Model year19981987
Price——
Engine1064 cc1135 cc
Horsepower71 hp122 hp
Torque92 Nm—
Weight245 kg—
Seat height32 mm—
Fuel capacity—5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDual discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires—110/90-16 / 130/90-17

Moto Guzzi Quota ES 1100 vs Suzuki GSX 1100 EF — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi Quota ES 1100 and the Suzuki GSX 1100 EF usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi Quota ES 1100 brings 71 hp in a 245 kg package, while the Suzuki GSX 1100 EF counters with 122 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: