Comparing the ATHER RIZTA and the Suzuki GSX‑8R side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. Fuel efficiency stands at 123 km/charge for the ATHER RIZTA versus 23 km/l for the Suzuki GSX‑8R. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both motorcycles is available in the table below.
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Engine Specifications |
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| Cooling System | — | Liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | — | 776 cc |
| Engine Type | — | 4-stroke, parallel-twin, DOHC, 8-valve |
| Power | 4.3 kW | 82 bhp @ 8,500 rpm |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 78 Nm @ 6,800 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 14L |
| Mileage | 123 km/charge | 23 km/l |
| Top Speed (km/h) | 80 | 230 |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 125 | 205 |
| Seat Height | 780-840 | 810 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Combi Brake System | Dual-channel ABS |
| Front Brake | Disc 200 mm | Dual 310 mm discs, radial-mount 4-piston calipers |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic Forks | Showa SFF-BP 43 mm upside-down fork |
| Rear Brake | Drum 130 mm | Single 240 mm disc, 1-piston caliper |
| Rear Suspension | Monoshock Absorbers | Showa link-type mono-shock, preload adjustable |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 90/90 - 12 | 120/70 ZR17 (Tubeless) |
| Rear Tyre | 100/80 - 12 | 180/55 ZR17 (Tubeless) |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Cast aluminium alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | LED | LED (projector-style, vertically stacked) |
Other Specifications |
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| 0–40 km/h (s) | 4.6 | — |
| Anti-Theft / IoT Tracking | Yes | — |
| App Connectivity | Yes | — |
| Battery | — | 12 V, 8 Ah (Maintenance-free) |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | 2.9 | — |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-ion | — |
| Battery Warranty (Years) | 5 | — |
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| Built-in GPS Navigation | Yes | — |
| Charger Output Power (kW) | 0.7 | — |
| Charging Port Type | Proprietary | — |
| Charging Time (Fast) | ~0–80% in ~1.5–2 hour (Ather grid) | — |
| Charging Time (Standard) | 0-80% in 6–7 hours | — |
| Cluster | — | 5-inch full-colour TFT display (Bluetooth-enabled, multiple ride modes, traction control, gear indicator) |
| Color Options | Deccan greyTerracotta RedPangong BlueSiachen WhiteTerracotta Red DuoDeccan Grey DuoAlphonso Yellow DuoPangong Blue DuoCardomom Green duo | Metallic Triton BlueMetallic Matt Sword SilverMetallic Matt Black No 2 |
| Connectivity Features | Bluetooth, 4G, Wi-Fi | Bluetooth, ride modes, traction control, TFT display |
| Drive Modes | Smart Eco, Eco, Ride, Zip | Active, Basic, Comfort |
| Fast Charging Supported | Yes | — |
| Final Drive Type | belt | chain |
| Fuel System | Electric | Electronic fuel injection (EFI) |
| Ingress Protection (IP Rating) | IP67 | — |
| Motor Power (Continuous, kW) | 2.6 | — |
| Motor Power (Peak, kW) | 4.3 | — |
| Motor Type | PMSM | — |
| On-Road Price (Subsidy Adjusted, ₹) | — | 1132094 |
| OTA Updates | Yes | — |
| Price Variants | S Mono | 119546 | S Super Matte | 121546 Z Mono | 139047 Z Duo | 140047 Z Super Matte | 141047 S (IDC 159 km) Mono | 142047 Z (IDC 159 km) Mono | 159046 Z (IDC 159 km) Duo | 160046 Z (IDC 159 km) Super Matte | 161046 | Standard | 988551 | Single variant (Dual-channel ABS, bi-directional quick-shifter, ride-modes) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque (Electric, Nm) | 22 | — |
| Transmission | — | 6-speed, bi-directional quick-shifter, assist & slipper clutch |
| Vehicle Warranty (Years) | 3 | 2 |











