Zündapp KS 750 Kardan Sport vs Suzuki DR Big 800 S (1992)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Zündapp KS 750 Kardan Sportstacks up against the Suzuki DR Big 800 S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecZündapp KS 750 Kardan SportSuzuki DR Big 800 S
Model year19491992
Price
Engine751 cc779 cc
Horsepower26 hp50 hp
Weight420 kg
Fuel capacity6.1 L6.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires4.50-16 / 4.50-16 90/90-21 / 130/80-17

Zündapp KS 750 Kardan Sport vs Suzuki DR Big 800 S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Zündapp KS 750 Kardan Sport and the Suzuki DR Big 800 S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Zündapp KS 750 Kardan Sport brings 26 hp in a 420 kg package, while the Suzuki DR Big 800 S counters with 50 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: