BMW F850 GS vs Suzuki GSX-8R

BikeWale brings you comparison of BMW F850 GS and Suzuki GSX-8R. The ex-showroom price of BMW F850 GS is ₹ 12,95,000 and Suzuki GSX-8R is ₹ 9,25,000. BMW F850 GS is available in 1 colour and 2 variants and Suzuki GSX-8R is available in 3 colours and 1 variant. Apart from prices, you can also find comparison of these bikes based on displacement, mileage, performance, and many more parameters. Comparison between these bikes have been carried out to help users make correct buying decision between BMW F850 GS and Suzuki GSX-8R.

BMW F850 GS vs Suzuki GSX-8R Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	F850 GS	GSX-8R
Price	₹ 12,95,000	₹ 9,25,000
Capacity	853 cc	776 cc
Power	93.87 bhp @ 8250 rpm	81.8 bhp @ 8500 rpm
Economy	--	--

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F850 GS

Standard - Pro

₹ 12,95,000

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Suzuki

GSX-8R

Standard

₹ 9,25,000

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F850 GS

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GSX-8R

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Specifications

Power & Performance

Max Power	93.87 bhp @ 8,250 rpm	81.8 bhp @ 8,500 rpm
Max Torque	92 Nm @ 6,250 rpm	78 Nm @ 6,800 rpm
Riding Range (km)	360	--
Top Speed (kmph)	200	--
Riding Modes	Dynamic, Enduro and Enduro Pro	Mode A, Mode B and Mode C
Transmission	6 Speed Manual	6 Speed Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Displacement (cc)	853	776
Mileage - ARAI (kmpl)	24	--
Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl)	--	--
Transmission Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Gear Shifting Pattern	1 Down 5 Up	1 Down 5 Up
Cylinders	2	2
Bore (mm)	84	84
Stroke (mm)	77	70
Valves Per Cylinder	4	--
Compression Ratio	12.7 : 1	12.8:1
Ignition	CDI	CDI
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	1	2
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Clutch	Wet Multiplate	Wet Multiplate
Fuel Delivery System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	15	14
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)	3.5	2.1
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

Front Suspension	Upside-down telescopic fork, Ø 43 mm	SHOWA Inverted Telescopic, Coil Spring, Oil Damped
Rear Suspension	Cast aluminium dual swing arm, central WAD spring strut,	SHOWA link type, Single Shock, Coil Spring, Oil Damped
Braking System	Dual Channel ABS	Dual Channel ABS
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	305	310
Caliper - Front (Piston)	2	4
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Size (mm)	265	--
Caliper - Rear (Piston)	1	1
Wheel Type	Spoke	Alloy
Front Wheel Size (inch)	21	17
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	17	17
Front Tyre Size	90/90 - 21	120/70 - ZR17
Rear Tyre Size	150/70 - R17	180/55 - ZR17
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless
Radial Tyres
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	32	--
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	36	--
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	36	--
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	42	--

Dimensions & Chassis

Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Maintenance Schedule

Features

Instrument Cluster

Touch Screen Display		--
Instrument Console	Digital	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Hazard Warning Indicator		--
Average Speed		--
OTA Updates	Not Available	--
Call/SMS Alerts		--
Geo Fencing		--
Distance to Empty		--
Stand Alarm
No. of Tripmeters	2	2
Tripmeter Type	Digital	Digital
Low Battery Indicator		--
Clock
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Digital Fuel Gauge
Tachometer	Digital	Digital
Gear Indicator
Low Fuel Indicator
Low Oil Indicator		--
Service Reminder Indicator		--
Battery	12 V / 10 Ah, maintenance-free	--

Storage
Mobile App Connectivity
Light System
GPS & Charging
Switchgear
Pillion Comfort

Additional Features

Colours

	Gravity Blue Metallic	Metallic Triton Blue
		Metallic Matte Sword Silver
		Metallic Matte Black No.2

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.9/5

10 Ratings

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BMW F850 GS Comparison with Similar Bikes

Kerb Weight (kg)	233	205
Seat Height (mm)	860	810
Ground Clearance (mm)	--	145
Overall Length (mm)	2,305	2,115
Overall Width (mm)	922	770
Overall Height (mm)	1,356	1,135
Wheelbase (mm)	1,593	1,465
Chassis Type	Bridge-type frame, steel shell construction	--

Standard Warranty (year)	3	--
Standard Warranty (km)	Unlimited	--

DRLs (Daytime Running Lights)
Shift Light
Headlight Type	LED	LED
Brake/Tail Light	LED	LED
Turn Signal	LED	LED
Pass Light
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)

Riding Modes Switch
Cruise Control		--
Hazard Warning Lights		--
Start Type	Electric Start	Electric Start
Kill Switch
Traction Control

Stepped Seat
Pillion Backrest
Pillion Grab Rail
Pillion Seat	Stepped Seat	Stepped Seat
Pillion Footrest

Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
Additional Features	Keyless Ride	Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (SDMS), 5-inch Colour TFT LCD Cluster, Quick Shift System, Suzuki Clutch Assist System

Front Storage Box
Under Seat Storage (Litres)

GPS & Navigation		--
USB Charging Port		--

BMW F850 GS vs Suzuki GSX-8R