Suzuki Gsx-r125 vs Suzuki Hayabusa
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Gsx-r125 vs Suzuki Hayabusa. Suzuki Gsx-r125: 15 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 134 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~100 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Suzuki Hayabusa: 190 hp @ 9,700 rpm (2021+ Gen3; earlier Gen1/2 rated ~173 hp) hp, 266 kg (curb/wet weight, 2021+ Gen3) weight, top speed 299 km/h (electronically limited; unrestricted early models capable of ~312 km/h), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Gsx-r125
Suzuki Hayabusa
Horsepower (hp)
15 hp
190 hp
Torque (Nm)
11.5 Nm
150 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
100 km/h
299 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
134 kg
266 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm
190 hp @ 9,700 rpm (2021+ Gen3; earlier Gen1/2 rated ~173 hp)
Torque
11.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
150 Nm @ 7,000 rpm (2021+ Gen3)
Top Speed
~100 km/h
299 km/h (electronically limited; unrestricted early models capable of ~312 km/h)
Weight
134 kg (wet/curb weight)
266 kg (curb/wet weight, 2021+ Gen3)
Fuel
2.5 L/100km or ~40 km/L (typical real-world average)
6.5–8.5 L/100km (approx. 12–15 km/L, real-world average depending on riding style)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Gsx-r125
7.5/10
"The smartest A1 starter bike money can buy used."
Pros
+Stunning full-fairing aesthetics
+Teaches genuine riding technique
+Reliable when maintained properly
Cons
−Gutless above 80mph
−Fragile expensive bodywork
−Neglected chains are common
Suzuki Hayabusa
8.5/10
"Buy the right one and you'll never want anything else."
Pros
+Bulletproof engine longevity
+Surprisingly manageable daily rider
+Massive aftermarket parts availability
Cons
−Frequently crashed or abused examples
−Suspension tired on older bikes
−Heavy at low-speed manoeuvring
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