Is the Suzuki Bandit a good bike?

Is the Suzuki Bandit a good bike?

Cheap, non-adjustable forks are on the soft-side and the standard rear shock quickly tired out. But overall the Bandit handles well enough for most and its upright stance makes it a comfortable and practical bike.

Is Suzuki Bandit comfortable?

2006-12-22 2001 Suzuki Bandit 1200 Motorcycles View Listings If you can outride a Bandit 1200s, then buy something else like a Honda Blackbird Or Suzi Hyabusa. It is also a very comfortable bike to ride and has an excellent riding position that puts no pressure on you wrists on those long days in the saddle.

How much does a Suzuki Bandit 600 weight?

Suzuki GSF 600S Bandit

Make Model Suzuki GSF 600S Bandit
Wheelbase 1430 mm / 56.3 in
Seat Height 800 mm / 31.5 in
Dry Weight 196 kg / 432 lbs
Wet Weight 218 kg / 4481 lbs

Is a Bandit 600 a good bike?

It’s the ideal starter bike for anyone wanting to get used to a 600cc engine and with sleek looks, a great sound and a fast engine, you really can’t go wrong. You don’t get anything fancy with the GSF600 Bandit but it does exactly what it says on the tin and is a reliable and viable option.

How much does a Suzuki Bandit weight?

Suzuki GSF 600S Bandit

Make Model Suzuki GSF 600S Bandit
Seat Height 800 mm / 31.5 in
Dry Weight 196 kg / 432 lbs
Wet Weight 218 kg / 4481 lbs
Fuel Capacity 19 Litres / 5.2 US gal / 4.3 Imp gal

Is the Suzuki Bandit 1200 a cheap bike to run?

If you are prepared to get the spanners out, and most Bandit owners are more than happy, the 1200 is a cheap bike to run. It returns a fairly reasonable 35-40mpg and parts are both cheap and plentiful, especially if you are happy to fit used items from online auction sites.

Is there a discussion group for Suzuki GSF 1200 SA bandit?

Join the 99 Suzuki GSF 1200 SA Bandit discussion group or the general Suzuki discussion group. List related bikes for comparison of specs. Click here for complete rating. You can also compare bikes.

What are the problems with the Suzuki bandits?

Bandits are reasonably well finished and aside from a bit of corrosion here and there and the well-known exhaust rust the main issue with early Bandits comes from the wiring loom, which can rub and wear through, leading to electrical problems. The steel frame can rust in small areas if the paint is chipped but that’s not really Suzuki’s fault.

How much did a Bandit 1200 cost in 1996?

In 1996 a Bandit 1200 would cost you just £5999 and came in either naked or slightly more practical half-faired S guise, which was an equally reasonable £6399 when it arrived in 1997.

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