Yamaha FZR 1000 (reduced effect) vs Suzuki GSX-R 1100 WS (1995)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha FZR 1000 (reduced effect)stacks up against the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 WS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha FZR 1000 (reduced effect)Suzuki GSX-R 1100 WS
Model year19921995
Price
Engine1002 cc1027 cc
Horsepower100 hp153 hp
Torque111 Nm
Weight221 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity5.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDual discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires130/60-17 / 170/60-17

Yamaha FZR 1000 (reduced effect) vs Suzuki GSX-R 1100 WS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha FZR 1000 (reduced effect) and the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 WS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha FZR 1000 (reduced effect) brings 100 hp, while the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 WS counters with 153 hp at 221 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: