Suzuki GSX 550 EF vs Ducati 600 TL (1987)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSX 550 EFstacks up against the Ducati 600 TL. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX 550 EFDucati 600 TL
Model year19871985
Price
Engine572 cc581 cc
Horsepower64 hp50 hp
Fuel capacity4.8 L4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDual discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires100/90-16 / 110/90-18 90/90-18 / 110/90-18

Suzuki GSX 550 EF vs Ducati 600 TL — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX 550 EF and the Ducati 600 TL usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX 550 EF brings 64 hp, while the Ducati 600 TL counters with 50 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: