Suzuki GSX-R 750 R (reduced effect) vs Yamaha FZ 750 Genesis (reduced effect) (1989)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSX-R 750 R (reduced effect)stacks up against the Yamaha FZ 750 Genesis (reduced effect). Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX-R 750 R (reduced effect)Yamaha FZ 750 Genesis (reduced effect)
Model year19891987
Price
Engine749 cc749 cc
Horsepower100 hp100 hp
Fuel capacity5.0 L5.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDual discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires130/60-17 / 170/60-17 120/80-16 / 130/80-18

Suzuki GSX-R 750 R (reduced effect) vs Yamaha FZ 750 Genesis (reduced effect) — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX-R 750 R (reduced effect) and the Yamaha FZ 750 Genesis (reduced effect) usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX-R 750 R (reduced effect) brings 100 hp, while the Yamaha FZ 750 Genesis (reduced effect) counters with 100 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: