Suzuki GSX-R1000 Commemorative Edition vs Honda Fireblade (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSX-R1000 Commemorative Editionstacks up against the Honda Fireblade. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX-R1000 Commemorative EditionHonda Fireblade
Model year20162014
Price$13,899
Engine999 cc999 cc
Horsepower185 hp
Torque117 Nm
Seat height32 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity4.6 L4.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. BremboDouble disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. Hydraulic disc with single-piston calliper, Combined ABS and sintered metal pads
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17

Suzuki GSX-R1000 Commemorative Edition vs Honda Fireblade — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX-R1000 Commemorative Edition and the Honda Fireblade usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX-R1000 Commemorative Edition brings 185 hp, while the Honda Fireblade counters with its own power figure.

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: