Aprilia Shiver 750 GT ABS vs Suzuki GSX 750 F Katana (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Aprilia Shiver 750 GT ABSstacks up against the Suzuki GSX 750 F Katana. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecAprilia Shiver 750 GT ABSSuzuki GSX 750 F Katana
Model year20122003
Price
Engine750 cc750 cc
Horsepower95 hp93 hp
Torque67 Nm
Weight193 kg200 kg
Seat height32 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity4.2 L5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Continental two channel ABS (Unspecified)
Rear brakesSingle disc(Unspecified)
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 150/70-ZR17

Aprilia Shiver 750 GT ABS vs Suzuki GSX 750 F Katana — which should you buy?

Picking between the Aprilia Shiver 750 GT ABS and the Suzuki GSX 750 F Katana usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Aprilia Shiver 750 GT ABS brings 95 hp in a 193 kg package, while the Suzuki GSX 750 F Katana counters with 93 hp at 200 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: