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Suzuki GSX-S1000 vs Triumph Tiger 1200 GT: specs compared

Side-by-side specs of the Suzuki GSX-S1000 (2021-2025) and the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT (2023), using the latest model year of each.

Key differences

  • Power: Suzuki GSX-S1000 150.2 hp, Triumph Tiger 1200 GT 147.9 hp.
  • Torque: Suzuki GSX-S1000 106 Nm, Triumph Tiger 1200 GT 129.9 Nm.
  • Weight: Suzuki GSX-S1000 214 kg, Triumph Tiger 1200 GT 240 kg.
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Key figures

Power hp

  • Suzuki GSX-S1000 (2021-2025)150.2 (best)
  • Triumph Tiger 1200 GT (2023)147.9

Torque Nm

  • Suzuki GSX-S1000 (2021-2025)106
  • Triumph Tiger 1200 GT (2023)129.9 (best)

Weight kg

  • Suzuki GSX-S1000 (2021-2025)214 (best)
  • Triumph Tiger 1200 GT (2023)240
Specification
2015/2016 Suzuki GSX-S1000, first-generation model, shown at launch. — photo by オーバードライブ83 (Wikimedia Commons)
Suzuki GSX-S1000
2021-2025
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Similar model shown: Triumph Tiger 1200 (Explorer) — photo by Cjp24
Triumph Tiger 1200 GT
2023
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CategoryNakedNaked
Years2021-20252023
Engine999cc liquid-cooled inline-four, DOHC, 16-valve; revised camshafts, valve springs, throttle bodies, airbox and 4-2-1 exhaust for Euro 53 cylinders online , 4 strokes Injection Cooling system : liquid 2 ACT 4 valves per cylinder 1,160 cc 150 ch (147.90 hp) to 9,000 rpm 13.25 mkg to 7,000 rpm
Cylinders43
Displacement999 cc1,160 cc
Power150.2 hp @ 11,000 rpmBest147.9 hp @ 9,000 rpm
Torque106 Nm @ 9,250 rpm129.9 Nm @ 7,000 rpmBest
Transmission6-speed manual, chain final drive, bidirectional quickshifter standard, assist/slipper clutch, ride-by-wire throttle6 stage gearbox , manual - optional shifter Secondary cardan shaft
Final drivechainshaft
Weight214 kg (wet)Best240 kg (wet)
Seat height810 mm850 mm
Fuel capacity19 L20 LBest
Front suspensionKYB inverted fork, fully adjustable preload, compression and rebound dampingTelehydraulic inverted forks Ø 49 mm, Wheel travel : 200 mm (7.87 in)
Rear suspensionKYB single shock, link-type, adjustable preload and rebound dampingmonoshock, Wheel travel : 200 mm (7.87 in)
Brake systemABS standardABS
Front brakeDual 310mm discs with Brembo Monobloc 4-piston calipers2 Brembo discs Ø 320 mm (12.6 in), radial mounting, 4-piston caliper
Rear brakeSingle disc, reported as approx. 250mm with a single-piston caliper; not independently confirmed from a primary source1 disc Ø 282 mm (11.1 in), 2-piston caliper
Front tire120/70 ZR17 (Dunlop Roadsport 2)120/70-19
Rear tire190/50 ZR17 (Dunlop Roadsport 2)Not available
QuickshifterYesNot available
Launch priceUSD 11,299 (USA)Not available