Honda CBR1000RR Base vs Suzuki GSX-R1000R (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CBR1000RR Basestacks up against the Suzuki GSX-R1000R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CBR1000RR BaseSuzuki GSX-R1000R
Model year20262026
Price$16,999$18,500
Engine999 cc999 cc
Horsepower199 hp
Torque117 Nm
Weight196 kg203 kg
Seat height833 mm825 mm
Fuel capacity16.0 L16.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual, 6 speed, Chain6-speed manual
Front brakesDual Hydraulic DiscDual 320mm discs
Rear brakesHydraulic DiscSingle 220mm disc
TiresDunlop® Sportmax 214F: 120/70R 17 / Dunlop® Sportmax 214: 190/50R 17120/70-ZR17 front, 190/55-ZR17 rear

Honda CBR1000RR Base vs Suzuki GSX-R1000R — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CBR1000RR Base and the Suzuki GSX-R1000R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CBR1000RR Base brings its published horsepower in a 196 kg package, while the Suzuki GSX-R1000R counters with 199 hp at 203 kg. On price, the Honda CBR1000RR Base has the lower MSRP.

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: