Suzuki GSX-S 8S vs Honda VFR800X Crossrunner (2025)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSX-S 8Sstacks up against the Honda VFR800X Crossrunner. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX-S 8SHonda VFR800X Crossrunner
Model year20252019
Price
Engine776 cc782 cc
Horsepower105 hp
Torque75 Nm
Weight202 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity5.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. ABS. Floating discs. Hydraulic. Four-piston calipers.
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS. Hydraulic. Two-piston calipers.
TiresDunlop® Roadsport 2 120/70 ZR17 M/C 58W / Dunlop® Roadsport 2 180/55 ZR17 M/C 73W120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Suzuki GSX-S 8S vs Honda VFR800X Crossrunner — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX-S 8S and the Honda VFR800X Crossrunner usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX-S 8S brings its published horsepower in a 202 kg package, while the Honda VFR800X Crossrunner counters with 105 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: