Suzuki GSX-R 750 R 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 Rstacks 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 RYamaha FZ 750 Genesis (reduced effect)
Model year19891987
Price
Engine749 cc749 cc
Horsepower120 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 vs Yamaha FZ 750 Genesis (reduced effect) — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX-R 750 R 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 brings 120 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: