Suzuki GSX-R 1100 vs Bimota DB5 R (2017)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSX-R 1100stacks up against the Bimota DB5 R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX-R 1100Bimota DB5 R
Model year19962017
Price
Engine1074 cc1078 cc
Horsepower153 hp98 hp
Torque116 Nm105 Nm
Weight221 kg169 kg
Seat height32 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity4.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesDual discSingle disc. Brembo, 4-pistons, 4-pads with radial Brembo calipers
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. 2-pistons, Bimota caliper
Tires120/70-17 / 180/55-17

Suzuki GSX-R 1100 vs Bimota DB5 R — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 and the Bimota DB5 R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 brings 153 hp in a 221 kg package, while the Bimota DB5 R counters with 98 hp at 169 kg.

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: