Bike comparison

Suzuki GSX-8S vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

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

free, no sign-up
Suzuki GSX-8S

Suzuki GSX-8S

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 776 cc
  • 83 PS
  • 202 kg

Quickshifter as standard

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 998 cc
  • 203 PS
  • 207 kg

213 PS with ram air; Kawasaki World Superbike base bike

Who wins what

The quick answer before the full table.

  1. Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R4
  2. Suzuki GSX-8S3
  • Most powerKawasaki Ninja ZX-10R203 PS
  • Most pulling powerKawasaki Ninja ZX-10R114.9 Nm
  • Quickest (power to weight)Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R981 PS/t
  • LightestSuzuki GSX-8S202 kg
  • Highest top speedKawasaki Ninja ZX-10R299 km/h
  • Lowest seatSuzuki GSX-8S810 mm
  • Most ground clearanceSuzuki GSX-8S145 mm

Head to head

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

Power

Suzuki GSX-8S83 PS
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R203 PS

Torque

Suzuki GSX-8S78 Nm
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R114.9 Nm

Power to weight

Suzuki GSX-8S411 PS/t
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R981 PS/t

Engine size

Suzuki GSX-8S776 cc
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R998 cc

Top speed

Suzuki GSX-8S210 km/h
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R299 km/h

Weight

Suzuki GSX-8S202 kg
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R207 kg

Seat height

Suzuki GSX-8S810 mm
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R835 mm

Ground clearance

Suzuki GSX-8S145 mm
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R135 mm

Full specifications

Full specificationsSuzuki GSX-8SKawasaki Ninja ZX-10R
Price and running costs
Price in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in Pakistan
BrandSuzuki · JapanKawasaki · Japan
Type of bikeStreetSports
Petrol tank14 L17 L
Engine and performance
Engine size776 cc998 cc
Cylinders24
CoolingLiquid (radiator)Liquid (radiator)
Power83 PS @ 8,500 rpm203 PS @ 13,200 rpm
Torque78 Nm @ 6,800 rpm114.9 Nm @ 11,400 rpm
Power to weight411 PS / tonne981 PS / tonne
Top speed210 km/h299 km/h
Fuel systemFuel injectionFuel injection
Gearbox and controls
Gearbox6-speed6-speed
StartingSelf startSelf start
Size and weight
Weight202 kg (with fluids)207 kg (with fluids)
Seat height810 mm835 mm
Ground clearance145 mm135 mm
Wheelbase1,465 mm1,450 mm
Brakes, wheels and suspension
Brakes (front / back)Disc 310 ×2 / Disc 240Brembo M50 330 ×2 / Disc 220
ABSBoth wheelsBoth wheels, works in corners
Tyres (front / back)120/70-17 / 180/55-17120/70-17 / 190/55-17

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 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R?

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R makes 203 PS @ 13,200 rpm; Suzuki GSX-8S makes 83 PS @ 8,500 rpm.

Which is lighter, Suzuki GSX-8S or Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R?

Suzuki GSX-8S weighs about 202 kg and Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R about 207 kg, so Suzuki GSX-8S is easier to push and park.

Suzuki GSX-8S or Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R: which should I buy?

Buy Suzuki GSX-8S if you care most about lightest, lowest seat. Buy Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R if most power, most pulling power matters more. Ask us on WhatsApp and we will help you choose.

Compare Suzuki GSX-8S with

What riders in Pakistan compare most, and a few famous rivalries from around the world.

Every brand

Tap a brand to see its bikes.

Photo credits

Pick a bike

free, no sign-up

Ask us on WhatsApp

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.

Welcome back

Sign in to post ads, save bikes and get alerts. No password needed.

or with your email

  • Free forever
  • No password
  • Every ad checked

By continuing you agree to our terms.

on its way

Check your inbox

Open Gmail

Only the newest email works.

Can't find it? Look in Spam or Promotions.