Yamaha FZR 400 R Genesis vs Suzuki GSX X Impulse (1993)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha FZR 400 R Genesisstacks up against the Suzuki GSX X Impulse. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha FZR 400 R GenesisSuzuki GSX X Impulse
Model year19931985
Price
Engine400 cc400 cc
Fuel capacity4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle disc

Yamaha FZR 400 R Genesis vs Suzuki GSX X Impulse — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha FZR 400 R Genesis and the Suzuki GSX X Impulse usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha FZR 400 R Genesis brings its published horsepower, while the Suzuki GSX X Impulse 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: