Suzuki GSX 8T vs Honda VFR 800 F1 (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSX 8Tstacks up against the Honda VFR 800 F1. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX 8THonda VFR 800 F1
Model year20261998
Price$10,649
Engine776 cc781 cc
Horsepower110 hp
Torque79 Nm
Weight201 kg208 kg
Seat height815 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity15.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual, 6 speed, Chain6-speed
Front brakesDual Hydraulic DiscDual disc
Rear brakesHydraulic DiscSingle disc
TiresDunlop® Roadsport2-X 120/70 ZR17 M/C 58W / Dunlop® Roadsport2-X 180/55 ZR17 M/C 73W

Suzuki GSX 8T vs Honda VFR 800 F1 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX 8T and the Honda VFR 800 F1 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX 8T brings its published horsepower in a 201 kg package, while the Honda VFR 800 F1 counters with 110 hp at 208 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: