Yamaha FJ 1100 (reduced effect) vs Suzuki GSX 1100 G (1996)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha FJ 1100 (reduced effect)stacks up against the Suzuki GSX 1100 G. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha FJ 1100 (reduced effect)Suzuki GSX 1100 G
Model year19861996
Price
Engine1097 cc1127 cc
Horsepower100 hp96 hp
Weight261 kg
Fuel capacity6.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDual discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/80-16 / 150/80-16

Yamaha FJ 1100 (reduced effect) vs Suzuki GSX 1100 G — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha FJ 1100 (reduced effect) and the Suzuki GSX 1100 G usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha FJ 1100 (reduced effect) brings 100 hp, while the Suzuki GSX 1100 G counters with 96 hp at 261 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: