Moto Guzzi V 1000 G 5 vs Suzuki GS 1000 G (1982)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi V 1000 G 5stacks up against the Suzuki GS 1000 G. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi V 1000 G 5Suzuki GS 1000 G
Model year19821981
Price
Engine948 cc997 cc
Horsepower61 hp90 hp
Fuel capacity6.3 L5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDual discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires100/90-18 / 110/90-18 3.50-19 / 4.50-17

Moto Guzzi V 1000 G 5 vs Suzuki GS 1000 G — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi V 1000 G 5 and the Suzuki GS 1000 G usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi V 1000 G 5 brings 61 hp, while the Suzuki GS 1000 G counters with 90 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: