For the 2006 model year, the Suzuki Bandit 1200 SA motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 474 lb (215 kg).
Suzuki Bandit 1200 SA weight overview
This is a substantial motorcycle. The weight matters most when stopped, backing it up, parking on a slope or recovering from a lean. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Suzuki Bandit 1200 SA?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Suzuki Bandit 1200 SA is heavier than about 76.4% of 108 Suzuki motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Suzuki Bandit 1200 SA weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2006 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 474 lb (215 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,157 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 5.28 US gal (20 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 32.8 lb (14.9 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 2.44 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 41 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.9% |
| Weight with full tank | 506.8 lb (229.9 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Suzuki Bandit 1200 SA weight FAQ
How much does the Suzuki Bandit 1200 SA weigh?
The source data gives 474 lb (215 kg) as dry weight. A fueled, road-ready bike will weigh more than this figure.
How does the Suzuki Bandit 1200 SA weight compare with similar Suzukis?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative dry weight is around the 76th percentile among 108 compatible Suzuki motorcycles.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Suzuki Bandit 1200 SA?
A full tank works out to about 32.8 lb (14.9 kg) from the listed 5.28 US gal (20 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Suzuki Bandit 1200 SA weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 654 lb (296.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative dry weight used on this page.
How much heavier will the Suzuki Bandit 1200 SA be than its dry weight?
Do not treat dry weight as curb weight. Adding the listed fuel capacity alone produces roughly 506.8 lb (229.9 kg); the true ready-to-ride figure can still differ because dry-weight definitions vary.
What does the Suzuki Bandit 1200 SA weigh with a full tank?
The page calculates about 506.8 lb (229.9 kg) with a full tank by adding the listed fuel mass to the dry figure. Treat this as a practical estimate, not an official Suzuki curb-weight number.
How large is the Suzuki Bandit 1200 SA engine for its weight?
The model has about 2.44 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
Is the Suzuki Bandit 1200 SA above or below the typical Suzuki motorcycle weight?
The representative dry weight is about 129 lb (58.5 kg) heavier than the median Suzuki motorcycle weight of 345 lb (156.5 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Suzuki Bandit 1200 SA easy to move around by hand?
Yes, the mass is substantial enough to matter at walking speed. Parking direction, slope and secure footing become important because recovering the bike from a lean takes more effort.
Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Suzuki Cycles website.