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Suzuki GSX-8S vs Ducati Monster

Who wins on price, power, fuel and weight, then every spec side by side.

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Suzuki GSX-8S

Suzuki GSX-8S

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 776 cc
  • 83 PS
  • 202 kg

Quickshifter as standard

Ducati Monster

Ducati Monster2021 on

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 937 cc
  • 111 PS
  • 188 kg

Who wins what

The quick answer before the full table.

  1. Ducati Monster5
  2. Suzuki GSX-8S1
  • Most powerDucati Monster111 PS
  • Most pulling powerDucati Monster93 Nm
  • Quickest (power to weight)Ducati Monster590 PS/t
  • LightestDucati Monster188 kg
  • Highest top speedDucati Monster230 km/h
  • Lowest seatSuzuki GSX-8S810 mm

Head to head

A longer bar means more. For weight and seat height, shorter is easier to handle.

Power

Suzuki GSX-8S83 PS
Ducati Monster111 PS

Torque

Suzuki GSX-8S78 Nm
Ducati Monster93 Nm

Power to weight

Suzuki GSX-8S411 PS/t
Ducati Monster590 PS/t

Engine size

Suzuki GSX-8S776 cc
Ducati Monster937 cc

Top speed

Suzuki GSX-8S210 km/h
Ducati Monster230 km/h

Weight

Suzuki GSX-8S202 kg
Ducati Monster188 kg

Seat height

Suzuki GSX-8S810 mm
Ducati Monster820 mm

Full specifications

Full specificationsSuzuki GSX-8SDucati Monster
Price and running costs
Price in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in Pakistan
BrandSuzuki · JapanDucati · Italy
Type of bikeStreetStreet
Petrol tank14 L14 L
Engine and performance
Engine size776 cc937 cc
Cylinders22
CoolingLiquid (radiator)Liquid (radiator)
Power83 PS @ 8,500 rpm111 PS @ 9,250 rpm
Torque78 Nm @ 6,800 rpm93 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Power to weight411 PS / tonne590 PS / tonne
Top speed210 km/h230 km/h
Fuel systemFuel injectionFuel injection
Gearbox and controls
Gearbox6-speed6-speed
StartingSelf startSelf start
Size and weight
Weight202 kg (with fluids)188 kg (with fluids)
Seat height810 mm820 mm
Ground clearance145 mm—
Wheelbase1,465 mm1,474 mm
Brakes, wheels and suspension
Brakes (front / back)Disc 310 ×2 / Disc 240Brembo M4.32 320 ×2 / Disc 245
ABSBoth wheelsBoth wheels, works in corners
Tyres (front / back)120/70-17 / 180/55-17120/70-17 / 180/55-17

Figures are each maker's own claims for the version shown. Fuel average is a rough real-world figure and depends on how you ride. Prices change often, so check with a dealer before you buy.

Questions people ask

Which is more powerful, Suzuki GSX-8S or Ducati Monster?

Ducati Monster makes 111 PS @ 9,250 rpm; Suzuki GSX-8S makes 83 PS @ 8,500 rpm.

Which is lighter, Suzuki GSX-8S or Ducati Monster?

Ducati Monster weighs about 188 kg and Suzuki GSX-8S about 202 kg, so Ducati Monster is easier to push and park.

Suzuki GSX-8S or Ducati Monster: which should I buy?

Buy Suzuki GSX-8S if you care most about lowest seat. Buy Ducati Monster if most power, most pulling power matters more. Ask us on WhatsApp and we will help you choose.

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Figures are each maker's own claims for the version shown. Fuel average is a rough real-world figure and depends on how you ride. Prices change often, so check with a dealer before you buy.

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