Honda RVT 1000 R - RC 51 vs Suzuki GSX-R 750 (1000)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda RVT 1000 R - RC 51stacks up against the Suzuki GSX-R 750. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda RVT 1000 R - RC 51Suzuki GSX-R 750
Model year20022026
Price$13,249
Engine999 cc750 cc
Weight195 kg190 kg
Seat height32 mm810 mm
Fuel capacity5.8 L17.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speedManual, 6 speed, Chain
Front brakesDual discDual Hydraulic Disc
Rear brakesSingle discHydraulic Disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17 Bridgestone® Battlax 120/70 ZR17M/C 58W / Bridgestone® Battlax 180/55 ZR17M/C 73W

Honda RVT 1000 R - RC 51 vs Suzuki GSX-R 750 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda RVT 1000 R - RC 51 and the Suzuki GSX-R 750 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda RVT 1000 R - RC 51 brings its published horsepower in a 195 kg package, while the Suzuki GSX-R 750 counters with its own power figure at 190 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: