Suzuki GS 450 L (reduced effect) vs Kawasaki Eliminator® SE ABS (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GS 450 L (reduced effect)stacks up against the Kawasaki Eliminator® SE ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GS 450 L (reduced effect)Kawasaki Eliminator® SE ABS
Model year19812026
Price$7,099
Engine448 cc451 cc
Horsepower27 hp
Weight165 kg
Seat height734 mm
Fuel capacity2.9 L13.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speedManual, 6 speed, Chain
Front brakesSingle discHydraulic Disc
Rear brakesExpanding brakeHydraulic Disc
Tires3.60-19 / 4.60-16 IRC Grand High Speed: 130/70-18M/C 63H / IRC Grand High Speed: 150/80-16M/C 71H

Suzuki GS 450 L (reduced effect) vs Kawasaki Eliminator® SE ABS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GS 450 L (reduced effect) and the Kawasaki Eliminator® SE ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GS 450 L (reduced effect) brings 27 hp, while the Kawasaki Eliminator® SE ABS counters with its own power figure at 165 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: