Moto Guzzi 1200 Sport 4V vs Suzuki GSX 8R (1200)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi 1200 Sport 4Vstacks up against the Suzuki GSX 8R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi 1200 Sport 4VSuzuki GSX 8R
Model year20112026
Price$12,460$9,699
Engine1151 cc776 cc
Horsepower103 hp
Torque105 Nm
Weight240 kg205 kg
Seat height32 mm810 mm
Fuel capacity6.1 L14.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speedManual, 6 speed, Chain
Front brakesDouble discDual Hydraulic Disc
Rear brakesSingle discHydraulic Disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 Dunlop® Roadsport 2 120/70 ZR17 M/C 58W / Dunlop® Roadsport 2 180/55 ZR17 M/C 73W

Moto Guzzi 1200 Sport 4V vs Suzuki GSX 8R — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi 1200 Sport 4V and the Suzuki GSX 8R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi 1200 Sport 4V brings 103 hp in a 240 kg package, while the Suzuki GSX 8R counters with its own power figure at 205 kg. On price, the Suzuki GSX 8R 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: