Puch 600 HWE vs Suzuki GSX 550 ES (1988)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Puch 600 HWEstacks up against the Suzuki GSX 550 ES. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecPuch 600 HWESuzuki GSX 550 ES
Model year19881987
Price
Engine562 cc572 cc
Horsepower27 hp64 hp
Fuel capacity2.6 L4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discDual disc
Rear brakesExpanding brakeSingle disc
Tires3.50-21 / 4.50-18 100/90-16 / 110/90-18

Puch 600 HWE vs Suzuki GSX 550 ES — which should you buy?

Picking between the Puch 600 HWE and the Suzuki GSX 550 ES usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Puch 600 HWE brings 27 hp, while the Suzuki GSX 550 ES counters with 64 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: