Hyosung GT 650R EFI vs Suzuki GS 650 G Katana (2009)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Hyosung GT 650R EFIstacks up against the Suzuki GS 650 G Katana. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHyosung GT 650R EFISuzuki GS 650 G Katana
Model year20091983
Price
Engine674 cc674 cc
Horsepower82 hp73 hp
Weight209 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity4.5 L6.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. 2-piston calipersDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/60-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17 3.25-19 / 4.25-17

Hyosung GT 650R EFI vs Suzuki GS 650 G Katana — which should you buy?

Picking between the Hyosung GT 650R EFI and the Suzuki GS 650 G Katana usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Hyosung GT 650R EFI brings 82 hp in a 209 kg package, while the Suzuki GS 650 G Katana counters with 73 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: