Suzuki GS 1100 G vs Yamaha FJ 1100 (reduced effect) (1988)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GS 1100 Gstacks up against the Yamaha FJ 1100 (reduced effect). Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GS 1100 GYamaha FJ 1100 (reduced effect)
Model year19881986
Price
Engine1074 cc1097 cc
Horsepower94 hp100 hp
Fuel capacity5.8 L6.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDual discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires3.50-19 / 4.50-17 120/80-16 / 150/80-16

Suzuki GS 1100 G vs Yamaha FJ 1100 (reduced effect) — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GS 1100 G and the Yamaha FJ 1100 (reduced effect) usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GS 1100 G brings 94 hp, while the Yamaha FJ 1100 (reduced effect) counters with 100 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: