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Suzuki Katana vs BMW F 850 GS

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Suzuki Katana or BMW F 850 GS? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Katana and F 850 GS. Suzuki Katana Price starts at Rs.13.61 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and BMW F 850 GS Price starts at Rs.12.95 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Pro. Suzuki Katana is 4 cylinder, 999 cc Engine can generate N/A power whereas BMW F 850 GS is a 2 cylinder, 853 cc Engine can generate 93.87 bhp @ 8250 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Katana provides a mileage of 23 kmpl (base model), and F 850 GS has a mileage of 24.4 kmpl (base model). Suzuki Katana is available in 2 colours & 1 variants whereas BMW F 850 GS is available in 3 colours & 1 variants.

Katana vs F 850 GS

Key HighlightsSuzuki KatanaBMW F 850 GS
PriceRs.13.61 LakhRs.12.95 Lakh
Engine Capacity999 cc853 cc
PowerN/A93.87 bhp @ 8250 rpm
Mileage/Range23 kmpl24.4 kmpl
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Suzuki Katana STD bike
STD
Rs. 13.61 Lakh
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Pro
Rs. 12.95 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Katana specificationsF 850 GS specifications
Variant Name
On Road Price
15.57 Lakh
14.74 Lakh
User Rating
3.7
4.2
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 Litres
15 Litres
Engine Displacement
999 cc
853 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Katana Brakes, Suspension & TyresF 850 GS Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Rear Wheel Size
-
17
Wheel Type
-
Spoke
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
-
1
Front Wheel Size
-
21
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
-
1
Calliper Type
-
Front - 2 Piston, Rear - Single Piston Calliper
Braking System
-
Dual Channel ABS
Front Suspension
Inverted telescopic& coil spring& oil damped
Upside-down telescopic fork, Ø 43 mm
Rear Suspension
Link type& coil spring& oil damped
Cast aluminium dual swing arm, central WAD spring strut,
Front Tyre Size
120/70 ZR17M/C
90/90 - 21
Rear Tyre Size
190/50 ZR17M/C
150/70 - R17
Front Type
Disc
Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size
-
265 mm
Rear Type
Disc
Disc
Tubeless Tyres
checkYes
checkYes

Instrumentation

Katana InstrumentationF 850 GS Instrumentation
Riding Modes Switch
-
1
Tachometer
-
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Body & Suspension

Katana Body & SuspensionF 850 GS Body & Suspension
Colors
Images
Frame Type
-
Bridge-type frame, steel shell construction

Engine & Transmission

Katana Engine & TransmissionF 850 GS Engine & Transmission
Engine Capacity
999 cc
853 cc
Engine Type
Four-stroke& liquid-cooled& DOHC& in-line four
Water-cooled 4-Stroke In-line Two-cylinder Engine& Four Valves Per Cylinder& Two Overhead Camshafts& Dry Sump Lubrication
No. of Cylinders
4
2
No. of valves per cylinder
-
4
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Battery Type
-
Maintenance Free
Range
-
360 km/charge
Top Speed
243 kmph
200 kmph
Max Torque
-
92 Nm @ 6250 rpm
Max Power
-
93.87 bhp @ 8250 rpm
Fuelling
Fuel Injection
-
Cooling type
Liquid Cooled
Liquid-cooled
Bore x Stroke
73.4 mm x 59.0 mm
84 mm x 77 mm
Mileage (Claimed)
23 kmpl
24.4 kmpl
Number of Gears
6 Speed
6 Speed

Comfort & Convenience

Katana Comfort & ConvenienceF 850 GS Comfort & Convenience
Riding Modes
-
Dynamic, Enduro and Enduro Pro
Low Battery Indicator
-
1
Average Speed Indicator
-
1
Pillion Footrest
-
1
Under Seat Storage
-
No
Console Type
-
Digital
Start Type
Electric Start
Electric Start

Safety

Katana SafetyF 850 GS Safety
Radial Tyres
-
1
Hazard Warning Switch
-
1
Hazard Warning Indicator
-
1
Brake Assist
-
Disc
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
checkYes
Dual Channel ABS
Slipper Clutch
-
Wet& Multiple-Disc

Dimensions & Capacity

Katana Dimensions & CapacityF 850 GS Dimensions & Capacity
Length
2130 mm
2305 mm
Width
820 mm
-
Height
1100 mm
1356 mm
Wheelbase
1460 mm
1593 mm
Ground Clearance
140 mm
250 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 Litres
15 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
3.1 Litres
3 Litres
Body Type
Sports Bike
Adventure
Unladden/Kerb Weight
217 kg
233 kg
Seat Height
-
860 mm

Pros & Cons

Katana Pros & ConsF 850 GS Pros & Cons
Pros
  • The iconic Katana brand name enjoys a strong global reputation
  • Unique styling and bold looks
  • Retro-design makes up for an eye-candy aura for the bike
Cons
  • Design might not be of everyone’s liking
  • Limited colour options
  • Priced on the brighter side
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Detailed Comparison of Suzuki Katana and BMW F 850 GS

Transmission

Suzuki Katana comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and F 850 GS comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

Dimensions

Suzuki Katana has a 12 Litres fuel tank with 1100 mm seat height. BMW F 850 GS has 1356 mm seat height and 15 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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Suzuki Katana and BMW F 850 GS Owner Reviews

  • Katana Review
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    • Vr
      V ramamurthy
      1 Year ago
      Review for Suzuki Katana
      3.7
      Easy to ride in the city but expensive to maintain
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    • H
      Harshveer
      1 Year ago
      Review for BMW F 850 GS
      3.5
      It feels stable at high speeds
      Like
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    Suzuki Katana and BMW F 850 GS FAQs

    What is the on-road price of Suzuki Katana?
    The on-road price of Suzuki Katana is Rs. 15.57 Lakh in New Delhi.
    What is the on-road price of BMW F 850 GS?
    The on-road price of BMW F 850 GS is Rs. 14.74 Lakh in New Delhi.