Suzuki GSX-8R vs BMW F850 GS

BikeWale brings you comparison of Suzuki GSX-8R and BMW F850 GS. The ex-showroom price of Suzuki GSX-8R is ₹ 9,25,000 and BMW F850 GS is ₹ 12,95,000. Suzuki GSX-8R is available in 3 colours and 1 variant and BMW F850 GS is available in 1 colour and 2 variants. 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 Suzuki GSX-8R and BMW F850 GS.

Suzuki GSX-8R vs BMW F850 GS Comparison Overview

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

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GSX-8R

Standard

₹ 9,25,000

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BMW

F850 GS

Standard - Pro

₹ 12,95,000

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GSX-8R

Standard

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F850 GS

Standard - Pro

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Specifications

Power & Performance

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

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

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

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

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.9/5

10 Ratings

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After 25 years, I went back to riding a motorcycle. I have a honda highness 350 for m

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BMW F850 GS Comparison with Similar Bikes

Kerb Weight (kg)	205	233
Seat Height (mm)	810	860
Ground Clearance (mm)	145	--
Overall Length (mm)	2,115	2,305
Overall Width (mm)	770	922
Overall Height (mm)	1,135	1,356
Wheelbase (mm)	1,465	1,593
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	Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (SDMS), 5-inch Colour TFT LCD Cluster, Quick Shift System, Suzuki Clutch Assist System	Keyless Ride

Front Storage Box
Under Seat Storage (Litres)

GPS & Navigation	--
USB Charging Port	--

Suzuki GSX-8R vs BMW F850 GS