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

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha FZR 1000stacks 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 1000Suzuki GSX-R 1100 WS
Model year19951995
Price
Engine1003 cc1027 cc
Horsepower145 hp153 hp
Torque107 Nm111 Nm
Weight214 kg221 kg
Seat height31 mm32 mm
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDual discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc

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

Picking between the Yamaha FZR 1000 and the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 WS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha FZR 1000 brings 145 hp in a 214 kg package, 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: