When did Suzuki stop making the Bandit?
The Suzuki Bandit is a series of standard motorcycles produced by Suzuki since 1989. The Bandit series includes the following models: GSX150, 147 cc liquid-cooled (2018–present) GSF250, 248 cc liquid-cooled (1989–2000)…GSF1200.
| 2006 non-ABS GSF1200S with aftermarket screen | |
|---|---|
| Production | 1996–2007 |
| Frame type | Steel tubular |
When did the Suzuki Bandit 1200 get a new frame?
In March 2000 the redesigned Bandit 1200 got a new frame and an updated engine. The model, sold as 2001-year’s model saw a number of detail improvements. The fairing on the S model was all new, as well the headlight. The front fork was also new and the front brakes got six calipers each side, instead of the earlier four.
How big are the brakes on a Suzuki GSF 1200?
As for stopping power, the Suzuki GSF 1200 S Bandit braking system includes Dual disc size at the front and Single disc size at the back. 835 mm (32.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
What is air gap on Suzuki Bandit 1200?
Air gap on these is 99mm with spring removed. Simple tool, the top zip tie is positioned at 99mm. Just rest that on the top of the stanchion and suck out the excess with a syringe. The locknut on these is positioned at the lowest part of the thread, and then the cap is screwed into place.
Where is the locknut on a Suzuki Bandit 1200?
Just rest that on the top of the stanchion and suck out the excess with a syringe. The locknut on these is positioned at the lowest part of the thread, and then the cap is screwed into place. The more rounded profile of a 120/70 will hopefully give a more confident tip-in.
What to look for in a Suzuki Bandit 1200?
If you’re put off by modern technology like throttle-by-wire, fuel injection and trick electronic engine management systems, but still want gobs of horsepower available at the twitch of a throttle, you need to look back a few years to find what you’re looking for.
When did the first Suzuki Bandit come out?
The Bandit series was a masterstroke on Suzuki’s part. first seen in the Japanese domestic market with the funky little GSF250 and 400, it really took off with the 1995 worldwide launch of the GSF600.
Which is better Suzuki GSF600 or GSF1200 badnit?
The Suzuki GSF1200 Bandit was never the best handling big retro around in the 90s and the 2000 onwards modifications made the bike feel even mushier, more vague, when pushed hard on bumpy roads. The GSF1200 Badnit is more stable than the GSF600 Bandit, especially at the front end, but it’s no Suzuki GSX-R750 that’s for sure.
When did the Suzuki gsf1200n K1 come out?
The original naked GSF1200N and half faired 1200S remained unchanged until they were replaced by the GSF1200N and GSF1200S K1 for the 2001 model year (although they were actually launched in mid-2000).