Suzuki GSX-R 600 20th Anniversary vs Gilera SuperSport 600 (2006)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSX-R 600 20th Anniversarystacks up against the Gilera SuperSport 600. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX-R 600 20th AnniversaryGilera SuperSport 600
Model year20062002
Price$2,005
Engine599 cc599 cc
Weight163 kg162 kg
Seat height33 mm33 mm
Fuel capacity4.8 L4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Suzuki GSX-R 600 20th Anniversary vs Gilera SuperSport 600 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX-R 600 20th Anniversary and the Gilera SuperSport 600 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX-R 600 20th Anniversary brings its published horsepower in a 163 kg package, while the Gilera SuperSport 600 counters with its own power figure at 162 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: