Honda CB750 Hornet vs Suzuki GSX-8R

Last Updated: August 27, 2026

Suzuki GSX-8R price starts at Rs. 9.89 Lakh, which is Rs. 60,449 cheaper than the base variant of Honda CB750 Hornet, priced at Rs. 10.49 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the CB750 Hornet offers a claimed 23.25 kmpl, while the GSX-8R delivers 23.8 kmpl. On the performance front, the CB750 Hornet uses a 755cc engine producing 91.77 PS @ 9500 rpm and the GSX-8R a 776cc engine producing 82.93 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the CB750 Hornet and GSX-8R, the CB750 Hornet is the better pick for performance and a lighter kerb weight, while the GSX-8R stands out for affordability and mileage.

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CB750 Hornet vs GSX-8R Comparison Summary

Specification Honda CB750 HornetSuzuki GSX-8R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 10.49 LakhRs. 9.89 Lakh
Mileage 23.25 kmpl23.8 kmpl
Engine 755 cc776 cc
Max power 91.77 PS @ 9500 rpm82.93 PS @ 8500 rpm
Kerb weight 196 Kg205 Kg

CB750 Hornet vs GSX-8R Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda CB750 Hornet E-ClutchSuzuki GSX-8R STD
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Brand Name Honda Suzuki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 10.49 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 9.89 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4-Stroke, 8-Valves Parallel-Twin SOHC, Liquid-Cooled 4 Stroke, 2 Cylinder, Liquid-cooled, DOHC
Max Power 91.77 PS @ 9500 rpm 82.93 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda CB750 Hornet Colors
Suzuki GSX-8R Colors
Braking Type Anti-lock Braking System Not Available
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 28,721 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 27,066 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 33,125 CB750 Hornet Insurance Rs. 32,244 GSX-8R Insurance
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
2 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
205 kmph
130 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
4-Stroke, 8-Valves Parallel-Twin SOHC, Liquid-Cooled
4 Stroke, 2 Cylinder, Liquid-cooled, DOHC
Engine Displacement
755 cc
776 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
91.77 PS @ 9500 rpm
82.93 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
75 Nm @ 7250 rpm
78 Nm @ 6800 rpm
Bore
87 mm
84 mm
Stroke
63.5 mm
70 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
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
11.0 ± 0.2
12.8 : 1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Double Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
4 Piston
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
1 Piston
Braking Type
Anti-lock Braking System
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
23.25 kmpl
23.8 kmpl
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Show SFF-BP USD Forks
Inverted Telescopic, Coil Spring, Oil Damped
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock with Pro-Link Linkage
Link Type, Coil Spring, Oil Damped

Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17, Rear :-160/60-17
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-180/55-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
795 mm
810 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3 L
2.1 L
Engine Oil Capacity
3.8 L
3.9 L
Length*Width*Height
2090*780*1085 mm3
2155*770*1135 mm3
Wheelbase
1420 mm
1465 mm
Length
2090 mm
2155 mm
Ground Clearance
140 mm
145 mm
Height
1085 mm
1135 mm
Width
780 mm
770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.2 L
14 L
Kerb Weight
196 Kg
205 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
296 mm
Not Available
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
Not Available

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 9.1AH
Not Available

Frame Type
Steel Diamond
Not Available
Digital Display Type
Coloured TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Yes
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Honda RoadSync
Suzuki Intelligent Ride System, Ride By Wire Electronic Throttle System
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports 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
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Honda CB750 Hornet
  • The bike has a proper big-bike look and feel, with a design that looks similar to the Honda CB1000 Hornet.
  • Has all the essential electronic riding aids needed on offer.
  • The engine is smooth and refined
Honda CB750 Hornet
  • Quickshifter is only offered as an optional addon.
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Honda CB750 Hornet Vs Suzuki GSX-8R FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Honda CB750 Hornet vs Suzuki GSX-8R?
The Suzuki GSX-8R is cheaper than Honda CB750 Hornet by ₹60,449.
Which bike offers better performance Honda CB750 Hornet vs Suzuki GSX-8R?
For the E-Clutch version, 755 cc Petrol engine of CB750 Hornet produces 91.77 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 75 Nm @ 7250 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

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