Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Anniversary vs Honda VTR 1000 SP-2 (2010)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Anniversarystacks up against the Honda VTR 1000 SP-2. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX-R 1000 AnniversaryHonda VTR 1000 SP-2
Model year20102006
Price
Engine999 cc999 cc
Horsepower133 hp
Torque102 Nm
Weight194 kg
Seat height32 mm33 mm
Fuel capacity4.6 L4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Anniversary vs Honda VTR 1000 SP-2 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Anniversary and the Honda VTR 1000 SP-2 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Anniversary brings its published horsepower, while the Honda VTR 1000 SP-2 counters with 133 hp at 194 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: