Bajaj Dominar 400 vs Suzuki GSX-8R

Last Updated: September 27, 2026

Bajaj Dominar 400 price starts at Rs. 2.04 Lakh, which is Rs. 7.84 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Suzuki GSX-8R, priced at Rs. 9.89 Lakh. On the performance front, the Dominar 400 uses a 349.13cc engine producing 40.6 PS @ 9000 rpm and the GSX-8R a 776cc engine producing 82.93 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Dominar 400 and GSX-8R, the Dominar 400 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the GSX-8R stands out for performance.

...Read More

Dominar 400 vs GSX-8R Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Dominar 400Suzuki GSX-8R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.04 LakhRs. 9.89 Lakh
Mileage Not Available23.8 kmpl
Engine 349.13 cc776 cc
Max power 40.6 PS @ 9000 rpm82.93 PS @ 8500 rpm
Kerb weight 190 Kg205 Kg

Dominar 400 vs GSX-8R Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Dominar 400 STDSuzuki GSX-8R STD
Rating
1 review
1 review
Brand Name Bajaj Suzuki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.04 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 9.89 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 stroke, Liquid cooled, Single Cylinder, DOHC 4 Stroke, 2 Cylinder, Liquid-cooled, DOHC
Max Power 40.6 PS @ 9000 rpm 82.93 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Dominar 400 Colors
Suzuki GSX-8R Colors
Wheel Size Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,596 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 27,066 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 14,200 Dominar 400 Insurance Rs. 32,244 GSX-8R Insurance
Brochure
Download Brochure
Download Brochure

Spark Plugs
Not Available
2 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
4
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
4 stroke, Liquid cooled, Single Cylinder, DOHC
4 Stroke, 2 Cylinder, Liquid-cooled, DOHC
Engine Displacement
349.13 cc
776 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
40.6 PS @ 9000 rpm
82.93 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
33.2 Nm @ 7500 rpm
78 Nm @ 6800 rpm
Bore
89 mm
84 mm
Stroke
56.1 mm
70 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Electronic Ignition (Transistorized)
Compression Ratio
Not Available
12.8 : 1

Front Brake
Disc
Double Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
23.8 kmpl
Power to Weight Ratio
214.1 PS/tonne
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Rear Suspension Travel / Wheel Travel
110 mm
Not Available
Suspension-Front
Telescopic, 43 mm USD Fork
Inverted Telescopic, Coil Spring, Oil Damped
Suspension-Rear
Multi-step Adjustable Mono Shock with Nitrox
Link Type, Coil Spring, Oil Damped

Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17 Rear :-150/60-17
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-180/55-17
Wheel Size
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
800 mm
810 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.1 L
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Available
3.9 L
Length*Width*Height
2151*834*1243 mm3
2155*770*1135 mm3
Wheelbase
1452 mm
1465 mm
Length
2151 mm
2155 mm
Ground Clearance
157 mm
145 mm
Height
1243 mm
1135 mm
Width
834 mm
770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
13 L
14 L
Kerb Weight
190 Kg
205 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
Not Available
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
Not Available

USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
Not Available

Frame Type
Beam Type Perimeter Frame
Not Available
Digital Display Type
LCD
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Off-Road,Sports
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Suzuki Intelligent Ride System, Ride By Wire Electronic Throttle System
Windscreen
Yes
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Navigation Type
Turn-by-turn
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Super Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Passenger Backrest
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
500-700 kms
Not Available
2nd Service
4500-5000 kms
Not Available
3rd Service
9500-10000 kms
Not Available
4th Service
14500-15000 kms
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Dominar 400
  • Comfortable riding posture for long distances
  • Stable ride quality at high speeds
Bajaj Dominar 400
  • High kerb weight
  • Hard to manoeuvre at slow speeds
Image
Do you own a Car or Bike?
  • Interact with community
  • Become a Top Contributor
Add Car Add Bike
Ad

Bajaj Dominar 400 Comparison with Similar Bikes

Latest News on Bajaj Dominar 400 and Suzuki GSX-8R

Bajaj Dominar 400 Vs Suzuki GSX-8R FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Dominar 400 vs Suzuki GSX-8R?
The Bajaj Dominar 400 is cheaper than Suzuki GSX-8R by ₹7.84 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Dominar 400 vs Suzuki GSX-8R?
For the STD version, 349.13 cc Petrol engine of Dominar 400 produces 40.6 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 33.2 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 776 cc Petrol engine of GSX-8R produces 82.93 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 78 Nm @ 6800 rpm of torque

Images of Bajaj Dominar 400 and Suzuki GSX-8R

  1. Home ›
  2. New Bikes ›
  3. Compare Bikes ›
  4. Bajaj Dominar 400 vs Suzuki GSX-8R
×