Metisse MK 5 Cafe Racer vs Suzuki GS-R (1000)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Metisse MK 5 Cafe Racerstacks up against the Suzuki GS-R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMetisse MK 5 Cafe RacerSuzuki GS-R
Model year20222016
Price
Engine997 cc150 cc
Horsepower97 hp
Torque95 Nm
Weight187 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity4.0 L4.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. BremboSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. BremboExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires110/80-R19 / 150/50-R17 2.75-18 / 90/90-18

Metisse MK 5 Cafe Racer vs Suzuki GS-R — which should you buy?

Picking between the Metisse MK 5 Cafe Racer and the Suzuki GS-R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Metisse MK 5 Cafe Racer brings 97 hp in a 187 kg package, while the Suzuki GS-R counters with its own power figure.

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: