Yamaha R6 vs Suzuki GSX-8R

BikeWale brings you comparison of Yamaha R6 and Suzuki GSX-8R. The ex-showroom price of Yamaha R6 is ₹ N/A and Suzuki GSX-8R is ₹ 9,25,000. Yamaha R6 is available in 0 colour 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 Yamaha R6 and Suzuki GSX-8R.

Yamaha R6 vs Suzuki GSX-8R Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	R6	GSX-8R
Price	--	₹ 9,25,000
Capacity	--	776 cc
Power	--	81.8 bhp @ 8500 rpm
Economy	--	--

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R6

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₹ N/A

Suzuki

GSX-8R

Standard

₹ 9,25,000

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Specifications

Power & Performance

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

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

Front Suspension	--	SHOWA Inverted Telescopic, Coil Spring, Oil Damped
Rear Suspension	--	SHOWA link type, Single Shock, Coil Spring, Oil Damped
Braking System	--	Dual Channel ABS
Front Brake Type	--	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	--	310
Caliper - Front (Piston)	--	4
Rear Brake Type	--	Disc
Rear Brake Size (mm)	--	--
Caliper - Rear (Piston)	--	1
Wheel Type	--	Alloy
Front Wheel Size (inch)	--	17
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	--	17
Front Tyre Size	--	120/70 - ZR17
Rear Tyre Size	--	180/55 - ZR17
Tyre Type	--	Tubeless
Radial Tyres	--
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	--	--
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	--	--
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	--	--
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	--	--

Dimensions & Chassis
Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Maintenance Schedule

Features

Instrument Cluster

Touch Screen Display	--	--
Instrument Console	--	Digital
Odometer	--	Digital
Speedometer	--	Digital
Hazard Warning Indicator	--	--
Average Speed	--	--
OTA Updates	--	--
Call/SMS Alerts	--	--
Geo Fencing	--	--
Distance to Empty	--	--
Stand Alarm	--
No. of Tripmeters	--	2
Tripmeter Type	--	Digital
Low Battery Indicator	--	--
Clock	--
Fuel Gauge	--	Digital
Digital Fuel Gauge	--
Tachometer	--	Digital
Gear Indicator	--
Low Fuel Indicator	--
Low Oil Indicator	--	--
Service Reminder Indicator	--	--
Battery	--	--

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

Additional Features

Colours

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

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.8/5

8 Ratings

5.0/5

3 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.5Visual Appeal	5.0Visual Appeal
	3.5Comfort	5.0Comfort
	4.5Service Experience	5.0Service Experience
	4.5Value for Money	5.0Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

Yamaha R6

I love this sound and its power It is too far from my expectations please launch it a

I love this bike and I want to buy becau

It's not a very high budget for riding men and it's so easy to buy if you want the se

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Suzuki GSX-8R Comparison with Similar Bikes

Kerb Weight (kg)	--	205
Seat Height (mm)	--	810
Ground Clearance (mm)	--	145
Overall Length (mm)	--	2,115
Overall Width (mm)	--	770
Overall Height (mm)	--	1,135
Wheelbase (mm)	--	1,465
Chassis Type	--	--

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

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

Stepped Seat	--
Pillion Backrest	--
Pillion Grab Rail	--
Pillion 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

Standard Warranty (year)	--	--
Standard Warranty (km)	--	--

Front Storage Box	--
Under Seat Storage (Litres)	--

GPS & Navigation	--	--
USB Charging Port	--	--

Yamaha R6 vs Suzuki GSX-8R