2009 Suzuki Bandit 1250
SUZUKI GSF1250 BANDIT (2007 - 2012) Review
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At a glance
| Power: | 97 bhp |
|---|---|
| Seat height: | Medium (31.7 in / 805 mm) |
| Weight: | Medium (505 lbs / 229 kg) |
Prices
New N/A
Used £2,300 - £5,500
Overall rating
Next up: Ride & brakes
4 out of 5 (4/5)
The big-bore Suzuki Bandit 1250 replaces the Bandit 1200, and gets an all-new engine designed to meet latest Euro legislation. In doing so, Suzuki have created a 98cc bigger, 1255cc water-cooled, fuel-injected, tourque-laden peach of an engine. The GSF1250 Bandit's frame and suspension have also been upgraded to give a sumptuous, well-mannered mileage machine that can also run in the twisties.
The Bandit 1250 went off sale in 2012, but went back on sale again in 2015.
Ride quality & brakes
Next up: Engine
4 out of 5 (4/5)
It's a Bandit, and as such it carries the tradition of upright seating, sumptuous seat and perfectly placed footpegs and one-piece handlebars. Suzuki haven't changed the chassis too much from the old (k6) model, just beefed up the GSF1250 Bandit's frame rails and revised the suspension damping and springs. Big difference, though, the Suzuki GSF1250 Bandit now steers faultlessly, stable and hides its weight well.
Engine
Next up: Reliability
4 out of 5 (4/5)
With nigh-on 80ftlb of torque delivered to the rear wheel at 3700rpm, the Suzuki GSF1250 Bandit's new six-speed gearbox needs little provocation. The GSF1250 will cheerfully pull from 3500rpm in top gear and run on to 140+mph. That gearbox is typical Suzuki: precise, perfectly spaced ratios. And, hoorah, no sign of any fuel-injection stutters or flatspots in its performance delivery.
Reliability & build quality
Next up: Value
4 out of 5 (4/5)
The old defunct Suzuki GSF1200 Bandit has a reputation for extreme reliability and a genuine all-rounder. There's no reason to believe the new GSF1250 Bandit will be any different; Suzuki is aiming for existing Bandit customers to upgrade while attracting new customers with its revised performance. As the redline has dropped 1000rpm and a sixth gear has been added, there's no danger the new GSF1250's motor will be stressed.
Value vs rivals
Next up: Equipment
5 out of 5 (5/5)
A 1255cc machine that can be used for touring, scratching or as a genuine workhorse should be an expensive piece of kit as it's many motorcycles in one wheelbase. But no. Suzuki have pegged the price to just £250 more than the old GSF1200 Bandit. For £5549 MCN considers the Suzuki GSF1250 Bandit to be a bargain – its even cheaper than its Honda competition the CBF1000F. Find a Suzuki GSF1250 Bandit for sale.
Equipment
4 out of 5 (4/5)
There are two versions of the Suzuki GSF1250S Bandit – non ABS and with ABS, but Suzuki GB is only importing the ABS kitted version. This isn't a problem as the ABS is a refined set-up and leaves a lot of the braking up to the rider before cutting in. Suzuki GB will do its usual trick of releasing limited versions of the GSF1250 Bandit (touring, GT etc), but until then a ruck of accessories (topbox, panniers etc) will be available separately.
Specs | |
| Engine size | 1255cc |
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| Engine type | 16v liquid-cooled in-line four, 6 gears |
| Frame type | Tubular steel double cradle |
| Fuel capacity | 19 litres |
| Seat height | 805mm |
| Bike weight | 229kg |
| Front suspension | Pre-load only |
| Rear suspension | Pre-load and rebound damping |
| Front brake | 2 x 310mm discs, 4-piston calipers |
| Rear brake | 1 x 240mm disc, 1-piston caliper |
| Front tyre size | 120/70 x 17 |
| Rear tyre size | 180/55 x 17 |
Mpg, costs & insurance | |
| Average fuel consumption | 42 mpg |
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| Annual road tax | £96 |
| Annual service cost | - |
| New price | - |
| Used price | £2,300 - £5,500 |
| Insurance group | 13 of 17 How much to insure? |
| Warranty term | Two year unlimited mileage |
Top speed & performance | |
| Max power | 97 bhp |
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| Max torque | 79.6 ft-lb |
| Top speed | 145 mph |
| 1/4 mile acceleration | 11.18 secs |
| Tank range | 150 miles |
Model history & versions
Model history
- 2007: Original Bandit 1250 replaces Bandit 1200.
- 2012: Bandit 1250 goes off sale.
- 2015: Bandit 1250 back on sale once more.
- 2016: End of Bandit 1250 production run.
Other versions
2011: Bandit 1250SA (ABS, adustable seat) [£7,555]
MCN Long term test reports
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