Suzuki GSX-R1000R BSB Replica vs Aprilia RSV4 R ABS (2019)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSX-R1000R BSB Replicastacks up against the Aprilia RSV4 R ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX-R1000R BSB ReplicaAprilia RSV4 R ABS
Model year20192015
Price
Engine1000 cc1000 cc
Horsepower199 hp184 hp
Torque117 Nm117 Nm
Weight186 kg
Seat height33 mm33 mm
Fuel capacity4.2 L4.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Brembo 4-pistonDouble disc. ABS. Floating stainless steel disc with lightweight stainless steel rotor and aluminium flange with 6 pins
Rear brakesSingle disc. Nissin-1 pistonSingle disc. ABS. Brembo calliper with two Ø 32 mm separate pistons
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 190/55-ZR17 120/70-17 / 190/55-17

Suzuki GSX-R1000R BSB Replica vs Aprilia RSV4 R ABS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX-R1000R BSB Replica and the Aprilia RSV4 R ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX-R1000R BSB Replica brings 199 hp, while the Aprilia RSV4 R ABS counters with 184 hp at 186 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: