KTM 790 Duke vs Suzuki GSX-8S
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the KTM 790 Duke and the Suzuki GSX-8S as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: Trimotors Technology Corporation (TTC) and Suzuki Philippines, Inc. Last verified .
Photo: KTM Sportmotorcycle GmbH, via ktm.com.
KTM 790 Duke
Standard variant
- SRP
- ₱599,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱16,898
Photo: Suzuki Philippines, via mc.suzuki.com.ph.
Suzuki GSX-8S
Standard variant
- SRP
- ₱631,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱17,801
How they differ
- The KTM 790 Duke is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱599,000, which is ₱32,000 (5%) below the Suzuki GSX-8S at ₱631,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the 790 Duke is estimated at ₱16,898 a month against ₱17,801 for the GSX-8S, a difference of ₱903 a month.
- The 790 Duke makes more power (104.4 PS against 84.3 PS for the GSX-8S).
- The 790 Duke has more torque (87 Nm against 78 Nm for the GSX-8S).
- The GSX-8S has the lower seat at 810 mm, 15 mm below the 790 Duke, which matters for shorter riders.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | KTM 790 DukeStandard, ₱599,000 | Suzuki GSX-8SStandard, ₱631,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, parallel twin, liquid cooled | 4-stroke, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC |
| Displacement (differs) | 799 cc | 776 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 104.4 PS | 84.3 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | n/a | 8500 rpm |
| Max torque (differs) | 87 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | 8000 | 6800 |
| Fuel system (differs) | Electronic fuel injection, Bosch EMS with RBW | n/a |
| Cooling (differs) | Liquid cooled | Liquid-cooled |
| Starter (differs) | n/a | Electric |
| Emission standard (differs) | n/a | Euro 5 |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | 6-speed | 6-speed constant mesh |
| Final drive (differs) | Chain (520 X-Ring) | n/a |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | n/a | 2115 mm |
| Width (differs) | n/a | 775 mm |
| Height (differs) | n/a | 1105 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 1475 mm | 1465 mm |
| Seat height (differs) | 825 mm | 810 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 186 mm | 145 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | n/a | 202 kg |
| Capacity | ||
| Fuel tank | 14 L | 14 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | WP APEX 43, 140 mm travel | Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
| Rear suspension (differs) | WP APEX - Monoshock, 150 mm travel | Link type, coil spring, oil damped |
| Front brake (differs) | 2x radially mounted 4 piston caliper, 300 mm disc | Twin disc |
| Rear brake (differs) | 2 piston caliper, 240 mm disc | Disc |
| Wheels (differs) | Cast aluminium wheels | n/a |
| Frame (differs) | Chromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated | n/a |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | n/a | ABS |
| Traction control (differs) | n/a | Suzuki Traction Control System |
| Features | ||
| Instrument panel (differs) | n/a | Colour TFT |
| Headlight (differs) | n/a | LED |
| Other features (differs) | n/a | Bi-directional quick shifter |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | n/a | 2 years from purchase by the first owner, unlimited mileage |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.