Suzuki GSX 8R vs Yamaha FZ8N ABS (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSX 8Rstacks up against the Yamaha FZ8N ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX 8RYamaha FZ8N ABS
Model year20262013
Price$9,699
Engine776 cc779 cc
Weight205 kg
Seat height810 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity14.0 L4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual, 6 speed, Chain6-speed
Front brakesDual Hydraulic DiscDouble disc. ABS. Floating discs w/4-piston calipers
Rear brakesHydraulic DiscSingle disc. ABS
TiresDunlop® Roadsport 2 120/70 ZR17 M/C 58W / Dunlop® Roadsport 2 180/55 ZR17 M/C 73W120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Suzuki GSX 8R vs Yamaha FZ8N ABS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX 8R and the Yamaha FZ8N ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX 8R brings its published horsepower in a 205 kg package, while the Yamaha FZ8N ABS counters with its own power figure.

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: