Horex VR6 Classic vs Suzuki GSF1250S Bandit (2023)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Horex VR6 Classicstacks up against the Suzuki GSF1250S Bandit. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHorex VR6 ClassicSuzuki GSF1250S Bandit
Model year20232009
Price$38,500$8,699
Engine1218 cc1255 cc
Horsepower161 hp
Torque128 Nm
Weight224 kg
Seat height29 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Bosch ABS. Brembo radial 4-piston calipers.Double disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Bosch ABS. Brembo 2-piston caliperSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 190/55-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Horex VR6 Classic vs Suzuki GSF1250S Bandit — which should you buy?

Picking between the Horex VR6 Classic and the Suzuki GSF1250S Bandit usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Horex VR6 Classic brings 161 hp in a 224 kg package, while the Suzuki GSF1250S Bandit counters with its own power figure. On price, the Suzuki GSF1250S Bandit 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: