Honda CBR650R vs Suzuki GSX-8R

Last Updated: October 11, 2026

Suzuki GSX-8R price starts at Rs. 9.89 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.28 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Honda CBR650R, priced at Rs. 11.16 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the CBR650R offers a claimed 25 kmpl, while the GSX-8R delivers 23.8 kmpl. On the performance front, the CBR650R uses a 649cc engine producing 95.17 PS @ 12000 rpm and the GSX-8R a 776cc engine producing 82.93 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the CBR650R and GSX-8R, the CBR650R is the better pick for mileage and performance, while the GSX-8R stands out for affordability and a lighter kerb weight.

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CBR650R vs GSX-8R Comparison Summary

Specification Honda CBR650RSuzuki GSX-8R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 11.16 LakhRs. 9.89 Lakh
Mileage 25 kmpl23.8 kmpl
Engine 649 cc776 cc
Max power 95.17 PS @ 12000 rpm82.93 PS @ 8500 rpm
Top speed 240 kmphNot Available
Kerb weight 211 Kg205 Kg

CBR650R vs GSX-8R Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda CBR650R StandardSuzuki GSX-8R STD
Rating
4 reviews
1 review
Brand Name Honda Suzuki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 11.16 Lakh Rs. 9.89 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke 16 Valve DOHC, Inline 4, Liquid Cooled 4 Stroke, 2 Cylinder, Liquid-cooled, DOHC
Max Power 95.17 PS @ 12000 rpm 82.93 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Suzuki GSX-8R Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm, Rear :-431.8mm 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 Not Available
Rs. 27,066 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Not Available Rs. 32,244 GSX-8R Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
2 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
4
Emission Norm Compliance
Not Available
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
4 Stroke 16 Valve DOHC, Inline 4, Liquid Cooled
4 Stroke, 2 Cylinder, Liquid-cooled, DOHC
Engine Displacement
649 cc
776 cc
Gear Box
Not Available
6 Speed
Max Power
95.17 PS @ 12000 rpm
82.93 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
63 Nm @ 9500 rpm
78 Nm @ 6800 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
Not Available
Bore
67 mm
84 mm
Stroke
46 mm
70 mm
Number Of Cylinders
4
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
Not Available
Fuel System
Not Available
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Electronic Ignition (Transistorized)
Compression Ratio
11.6:1
12.8 : 1

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

Mileage (Overall)
25 Kmpl
23.8 kmpl
Top Speed
240 kmph
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Not Available
Inverted Telescopic, Coil Spring, Oil Damped
Suspension-Rear
Not Available
Link Type, Coil Spring, Oil Damped

Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17, Rear :-180/55-17
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-180/55-17
Peak Power
95.17 PS @ 12000 rpm
Not Available
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm, Rear :-431.8mm
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
810 mm
810 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.1 L
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Available
3.9 L
Length*Width*Height
2120*750*1145 mm3
2155*770*1135 mm3
Wheelbase
1450 mm
1465 mm
Length
2120 mm
2155 mm
Ground Clearance
130 mm
145 mm
Height
1145 mm
1135 mm
Width
750 mm
770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.4 Liters
14 L
Kerb Weight
211 Kg
205 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
810 mm
Not Available
Front Brake Size
310 mm
Not Available
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
Not Available

Additional Features
Honda RoadSync, Honda Selectable Torque Control System
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8.6AH
Not Available
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
Not Available

Frame Type
Twin Spar Frame
Not Available
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Suzuki Intelligent Ride System, Ride By Wire Electronic Throttle System
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Super Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
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
Display
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Tripmeter
Digital
Not Available
Average Fuel economy
Yes
Not Available
Distance to Empty Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Techometer
Digital
Not Available
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Passenger Footrest
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
DRLs
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Honda CBR650R
  • The inline four engine is very smooth and refined, The bike has a decent set of features on offer, The graphics and styling look amazing and makes it stand out
Honda CBR650R
  • Priced a bit too high when compared to its rivals
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. What are the key differences between the Honda CBR650R and other bikes in the same class, such as the Yamaha R7 or Kawasaki Ninja 650?
  • The Honda CBR650R stands out with its refined inline-4 engine offering smoother power delivery and higher top-end performance compared to the Yamaha R7's twin-cylinder engine. It also features a more aggressive riding position and superior handling dynamics than the Kawasaki Ninja 650.

Honda CBR650R Vs Suzuki GSX-8R FAQs

Which bike is best between Honda CBR650R vs Suzuki GSX-8R?
Suzuki GSX-8R is better on the grounds of features. On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Honda CBR650R vs Suzuki GSX-8R?
The Suzuki GSX-8R is cheaper than Honda CBR650R by ₹1.28 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Honda CBR650R vs Suzuki GSX-8R?
For the Standard version, 649 cc Petrol engine of CBR650R produces 95.17 PS @ 12000 rpm of power and 63 Nm @ 9500 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
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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