Yamaha FZR 750 Genesis (reduced effect) vs Suzuki GSX 750 F Katana (2003)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha FZR 750 Genesis (reduced effect)stacks up against the Suzuki GSX 750 F Katana. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha FZR 750 Genesis (reduced effect)Suzuki GSX 750 F Katana
Model year19882003
Price
Engine749 cc750 cc
Horsepower100 hp93 hp
Torque67 Nm
Weight200 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity5.3 L5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDual disc(Unspecified)
Rear brakesSingle disc(Unspecified)
Tires120170-17 / 160/60-18 120/70-ZR17 / 150/70-ZR17

Yamaha FZR 750 Genesis (reduced effect) vs Suzuki GSX 750 F Katana — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha FZR 750 Genesis (reduced effect) and the Suzuki GSX 750 F Katana usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha FZR 750 Genesis (reduced effect) brings 100 hp, while the Suzuki GSX 750 F Katana counters with 93 hp at 200 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: