Suzuki GSX-R 1000 40th Anniversary Edition vs Honda CBR1000RR ABS (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 40th Anniversary Editionstacks up against the Honda CBR1000RR ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX-R 1000 40th Anniversary EditionHonda CBR1000RR ABS
Model year20262026
Price$2,026$17,299
Engine999 cc999 cc
Weight203 kg197 kg
Seat height825 mm833 mm
Fuel capacity16.0 L16.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual, 6 speed, ChainManual, 6 speed, Chain
Front brakesDual Hydraulic DiscDual Hydraulic Disc
Rear brakesHydraulic DiscHydraulic Disc
TiresBridgestone® RS11 120/70 ZR17M/C 58W / Bridgestone® RS11 190/55 ZR17M/C 75WDunlop® Sportmax 214F: 120/70R 17 / Dunlop® Sportmax 214: 190/50R 17

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 40th Anniversary Edition vs Honda CBR1000RR ABS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 40th Anniversary Edition and the Honda CBR1000RR ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 40th Anniversary Edition brings its published horsepower in a 203 kg package, while the Honda CBR1000RR ABS counters with its own power figure at 197 kg. On price, the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 40th Anniversary Edition 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: