Suzuki GSX 1100 vs Yamaha FJ 1100 (reduced effect) (1986)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSX 1100stacks up against the Yamaha FJ 1100 (reduced effect). Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX 1100Yamaha FJ 1100 (reduced effect)
Model year19801986
Price
Engine1074 cc1097 cc
Horsepower100 hp100 hp
Fuel capacity6.3 L6.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDual discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires3.50-19 / 4.50-17 120/80-16 / 150/80-16

Suzuki GSX 1100 vs Yamaha FJ 1100 (reduced effect) — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX 1100 and the Yamaha FJ 1100 (reduced effect) usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX 1100 brings 100 hp, while the Yamaha FJ 1100 (reduced effect) counters with 100 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: