KTM 790 Duke versus Suzuki GSX-8S

KTM 790 Duke

Naked

Suzuki GSX-8S

Naked

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KTM 790 Duke 2023 im Test

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Suzuki sets standards in the naked bike middle class with the GSX-8S.

With the new GSX-8S, Suzuki brings an alternative to the MT-07, Hornet 750 & Co. in the popular and competitive naked bike middle class. Let's get straight to the point: The new Suzi is doing well... weiter

Suzuki GSX-8S im Test

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Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2018 bis 2024~

Built von 2023 bis 2024~

RRP 8.999 €

RRP 8.900 €

Ausführliches Test-Video von Motorradtest.de

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Competitors

Pros:

Powerful engine: character, power, power delivery, usable speed range
impeccable handling
nice V2 sound, not too loud
QuickShifter Series
good workmanship
Driving pleasure in large bags

Cons:

Windshield can only be adjusted with tools
chunky bulb turn signals
unsightly long tail

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.470 mm
Length : 2.141 mm Height : 1.103 mm
Seat : 825 mm
Weight : 185 (max: 430 ) kg

Wheelbase: 1.465 mm
Length : 2.115 mm Height : 1.105 mm
Seat : 810 mm
Weight : 202 kg

Engine

Motor design: Reihentwin 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 799 ccm
Hub: 66 mm
Hole: 88 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6

Motor design: 2-cylinder, 4-stroke in-line engine 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 776 ccm
Hub: 70 mm
Hole: 84 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6

Performance

Performance: 95 HP at 8.500 U/Min
Torque: 87 NM bei 8.000 U/Min

Tank contents: 14 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 325 km

Maximum speed: 180 km/h
Performance: 83 HP at 8.500 U/Min
Torque: 78 NM bei 6.800 U/Min

Tank contents: 14 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 333 km

Chassis

Frame type:
Tubular frame (chrome-molybdenum)

Front suspension:
USD fork from WP 43mm (travel 140 mm)

Rear suspension:
WP APEX Monoshock (travel 150 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm made of aluminium

Tyres at the front: 120/70 17 inches
Rear tyres: 180/55 17 inches

Frame type:
Bridge frame (steel)

Front suspension:
Coil springs / cartridge system, oil damping (travel 130 mm)

Rear suspension:
Mono-Link central shock absorber with progressive linkage (travel 130 mm)
Rear suspension:
Alu two-arm swingarm

Tyres at the front: 120/70 ZR 17
Rear tyres: 180/55 ZR 17

Brakes

Front brake
Double disc, J.Juan 4-piston fixed caliper radial (∅ 300 mm) Rear brake
1-piston floating caliper / single disc (∅ 240 mm)

Front brake
Double disc, 4-piston monobloc brake calipers, radially mounted (∅ 310 mm) Rear brake
Single disc, 1-piston floating caliper (∅ 240 mm)

Conclusion - what sticks

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Result

Wow, what a bike! A simple look at the data sheet of the GSX-8S is not enough to come to a correct assessment of this machine - you have to drive it! Then you realize that Suzuki has put together a very balanced streetfighter with a lot of love, which has hardly any weaknesses. The GSX-8S is extremely fun, has endless steam and does not have to hide from any of the current competitors. Awesome bike!

The test machine was provided to us by Bergmann & Söhne in Tornesch . There she stands in this magnificent blue as a demonstrator and waits eagerly for test drivers. And we can only advise you: Go to Tornesch and try them out. However, you should check your account balance beforehand, because many of you will catch it - caution is advised!