Honda CBR1000RR SP Repsol Edition vs Suzuki GSX-R1000ZSE (2015)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CBR1000RR SP Repsol Editionstacks up against the Suzuki GSX-R1000ZSE. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CBR1000RR SP Repsol EditionSuzuki GSX-R1000ZSE
Model year20152014
Price$17,299
Engine999 cc999 cc
Horsepower182 hp
Torque117 Nm
Weight320 kg
Seat height32 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity4.7 L4.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. Double disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Single-piston caliper. Single disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17 120/70-R17 / 190/50-ZR17

Honda CBR1000RR SP Repsol Edition vs Suzuki GSX-R1000ZSE — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CBR1000RR SP Repsol Edition and the Suzuki GSX-R1000ZSE usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CBR1000RR SP Repsol Edition brings its published horsepower in a 320 kg package, while the Suzuki GSX-R1000ZSE counters with 182 hp.

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: