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Well, most obvious is the S40 is belt driven vs the GZ chain drive. That will give you a quieter ride and virtually zero maintenance.
S40 is 50lbs heavier than the GZ and takes one less tank of gas. The GZ will get better gas mileage than the S40.
The S40 is ever so slightly bigger than the GZ. Like an inch or two in width.
The S40 has 40 cubic inch displacement vs the GZ 15 cubic inch displacement. You'll get more power with the S40.
Slightly larger rear tire on the S40.
S40 has spring coiled/oil dampended front suspension vs GZ oil dampened.
GZ can get about 70 mpg while the S40 gets about 45-50mpg.
Theres the differences. Now its up to you to make a choice. What do you want more... mileage per gallon or a power increase? They are almost 2 in the same bikes, 3 major differences is the belt drive, mileage per gallon and power (cu in). I cant make up your mind for you, but 'usually' the higher model wins when you ask 'whats a better choice'. In this case though, you need to decide what matters more, fuel mileage or having more power.
The pics i am looking at, the S40 looks like the tank slopes up a little more than the GZ does, did you notice that sitting on them?
If you are wondering what i would choose if i had to....i'd probably go with the S40. But thats just ME (knowing what i know now, my size, preferences etc). The gz is still a fine bike by any means.
On a side note, i'd be interested what a S40 sounds like with that single exhaust pipe.
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