Suzuki GSX-R1000X vs Yamaha FZ1 ABS (2019)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSX-R1000Xstacks up against the Yamaha FZ1 ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX-R1000XYamaha FZ1 ABS
Model year20192013
Price
Engine998 cc998 cc
Horsepower148 hp
Torque106 Nm
Seat height33 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity4.2 L4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. ABS-equippedDouble disc. ABS. Floating disc. Four-piston calipers.
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS-equippedSingle disc. ABS. Single-piston caliper.
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 190/55-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17

Suzuki GSX-R1000X vs Yamaha FZ1 ABS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX-R1000X and the Yamaha FZ1 ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX-R1000X brings its published horsepower, while the Yamaha FZ1 ABS counters with 148 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: