Honda CB750 Hornet vs Suzuki GSX-8S

Verdict

The Honda CB750 Hornet wins this comparison comfortably, 67 points to 40.8.

The gap of 26.2 points is built mostly in value, where the CB750 Hornet takes 12.2 points out of the GSX-8S. Scores are computed within each bike's class from published spec data; the full formula is on the methodology page.

On the road the CB750 Hornet is the quicker machine: 91.8 hp and 75 Nm moving 190 kg, against 82.9 hp and 78 Nm moving 202 kg for the GSX-8S. That is 0.48 hp per kilo playing 0.41.

The CB750 Hornet costs €7,990, which leaves €1,000 in your pocket against the GSX-8S at €8,990. Service intervals run 12,000 km on the CB750 Hornet and 6,000 km on the GSX-8S.

Frequently asked

Which is faster, the Honda CB750 Hornet or the Suzuki GSX-8S?

The Honda CB750 Hornet. It carries 0.48 hp per kilo (91.8 hp, 190 kg wet) against 0.41 hp per kilo for the Suzuki GSX-8S (82.9 hp, 202 kg).

Is the Honda CB750 Hornet cheaper than the Suzuki GSX-8S?

The Honda CB750 Hornet is cheaper at €7,990 list, €1,000 less than the Suzuki GSX-8S at €8,990.

Which is better for shorter riders?

The Honda CB750 Hornet. Its 795 mm seat is 15 mm lower than the Suzuki GSX-8S, and at 190 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.

Which has better technology, the CB750 Hornet or the GSX-8S?

The Honda CB750 Hornet, which scores 7.1 of 10 tech points with a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity. The Suzuki GSX-8S counters with a TFT dash, traction control and a standard quickshifter.

Which goes further on a tank?

The Honda CB750 Hornet: 353 km from its 15.2 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 333 km for the Suzuki GSX-8S.

Which bike wins overall?

The Honda CB750 Hornet, scoring 67 of 100 against 40.8 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.