Model report · 2005–2025
SUZUKI GSXR K8
750cc
Petrol
Class 2
94.6%
first-time pass rate
5.4%
failed outright
13,972
median miles at test
56
MOT tests, 2005–2025
What fails on a GSXR K8
failure defects by component group · advisories excluded
| Component group | Share of defects | Defects | % of defects |
|---|---|---|---|
| tyres and wheels |
|
2 | 40 |
| brakes |
|
1 | 20 |
| steering and suspension |
|
1 | 20 |
| suspension |
|
1 | 20 |
Defects recorded against failed normal tests, 2005–2025, grouped by DVSA inspection section. One test can record multiple defects.
How rivals compare
same type, similar capacity, high test volume
On first-time pass rate the GSXR K8 beats 4 of its 4 closest rivals (HONDA CBR600F, HONDA CBR900RR, YAMAHA YZF-R6).
HONDA
CBR600F
81.7% pass · 202k tests
HONDA
CBR900RR
83.2% pass · 166k tests
YAMAHA
YZF-R6
79.0% pass · 155k tests
SUZUKI
GSXR600
76.7% pass · 149k tests
Rivals share this bike's type and sit within ±30% of its engine capacity, ≥ 5,000 tests. Card colour = better/worse first-time pass rate than the GSXR K8.