MV Agusta 1100 Grand Prix vs Suzuki GSX-R 1100 W (1997)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the MV Agusta 1100 Grand Prixstacks up against the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 W. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMV Agusta 1100 Grand PrixSuzuki GSX-R 1100 W
Model year19811997
Price
Engine1066 cc1074 cc
Horsepower119 hp155 hp
Torque119 Nm
Weight221 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity6.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDual discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires3.50-18 / 4.00-18

MV Agusta 1100 Grand Prix vs Suzuki GSX-R 1100 W — which should you buy?

Picking between the MV Agusta 1100 Grand Prix and the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 W usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the MV Agusta 1100 Grand Prix brings 119 hp, while the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 W counters with 155 hp at 221 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: