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2012 Suzuki Bandit 1250S

1255 cc · 97 hp

The 2012 Suzuki Bandit 1250S is a naked motorcycle from Suzuki. Recorded specifications include 1255 cc displacement, 97 hp power, 247 kg weight and 79 cm seat height.

Ride character

How this bike feels on the axes that matter

These scores are estimates.

Off-roadRoadComfortSpeedAgilityTouring

Character map

Estimated from category and catalog specs, scored 0–100.

Strongest axes

Strongest

Agility

96

Runner-up

Speed

93
Twisty backroads96
Highway pace93

Trade-offs

Off-road23
Touring53

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Best for

StrongestCornering

Where this bike tends to fit: city, touring, daily use, and more.

Cornering
%95Best
Track
%94
City
%84
Daily
%67
Touring
%53
Passenger
%53

Strongest fit: Cornering (%95).

Who this bike is for

Rider fit: experience, purpose, and who may struggle.

Experience
Advanced
Riding purpose
Daily, Track, Fun
Physical
Low seat height, Heavy body
Character
Aggressive

May not be suitable

New beginnersComfort-first ridersExpecting low fuel consumptionHeavy city traffic

Suzuki Bandit 1250S Specifications

Engine & Performance

Engine Displacement
1255 cc
Power
97 hp
Engine Type
Other
Valves / Cylinder
4
Engine Details
Other | DOHC | Cylinder: 4
Power / Weight
0.393 hp/kg

Fuel & Capacity

Fuel System
Injection

Cooling & Starter

Cooling System
Air-Oil

Transmission & Drive

Gearbox
Manual 6-speed
Transmission
Chain

Brake System

Front Brakes
Disc x2
Rear Brakes
Disc

Suspension

Front Suspension
Telescopic

Tires & Wheels

Front Tire
120/70-ZR17
Rear Tire
180/55-ZR17

Dimensions & Weight

Length
213 cm
Height
125 cm
Wheelbase
148.5 cm
Seat Height
79 cm
Ground Clearance
14 cm
Wet Weight
247 kg

Reviews & Ratings

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