Moto Guzzi 1200 Sport vs Suzuki GSX 8S (1200)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi 1200 Sportstacks up against the Suzuki GSX 8S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Moto Guzzi 1200 Sport | Suzuki GSX 8S |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2012 | 2026 |
| Price | $9,249 | $9,249 |
| Engine | 1151 cc | 776 cc |
| Horsepower | 103 hp | — |
| Torque | 105 Nm | — |
| Weight | — | 202 kg |
| Seat height | 32 mm | 810 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 6.1 L | 14.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | Manual, 6 speed, Chain |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Dual Hydraulic Disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Hydraulic Disc |
| Tires | 120/70-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 vs Suzuki GSX 8S — which should you buy?
Picking between the Moto Guzzi 1200 Sport and the Suzuki GSX 8S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi 1200 Sport brings 103 hp, while the Suzuki GSX 8S counters with its own power figure at 202 kg. On price, the Suzuki GSX 8S 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: