Across the 2010, 2011 and 2012 model years, the Suzuki Bandit 1250S motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 544.5 lb (247 kg) to 551.2 lb (250 kg) and dry weights ranging from 526.9 lb (239 kg), depending on model year.
Suzuki Bandit 1250S weight overview
At this weight, footing and parking technique matter. Once moving, geometry and balance can disguise the mass, but you still have to manage the full weight at walking speed.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Suzuki Bandit 1250S?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki Bandit 1250S is heavier than about 94.7% of 47 Suzuki naked bikes with compatible weight data.
Dry vs ready-to-ride weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Suzuki Bandit 1250S weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2010, 2011, 2012 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 544.5 lb (247 kg) to 551.2 lb (250 kg) |
| Dry weight | 526.9 lb (239 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,255 cc |
| Power | 96.6 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 5.02 US gal (19 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2010 model is used as the baseline where data is available. Only later supplied values that differ are shown below. A year pill does not mean every individual weight field was supplied for that year.
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 17.74 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 5.64 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 2.28 cc / lb to 2.3 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 43.4 lb / 100 cc to 43.9 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.7% to 5.7% |
| Weight with full tank | 558.1 lb (253.2 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Suzuki Bandit 1250S weight FAQ
What is the Suzuki Bandit 1250S dry and wet weight?
Across the covered 2010-2012 years, listed wet/running weight is 544.5 lb (247 kg) to 551.2 lb (250 kg) and listed dry weight is 526.9 lb (239 kg). Check the year-change section because the exact figure can vary by model year.
Is the Suzuki Bandit 1250S lighter or heavier than other Suzuki naked bikes?
Compared with similar Suzukis in this dataset, it is heavier than about 94.7% of 47 naked bikes using the same weight basis.
Which Suzuki Bandit 1250S years have different weight specs?
The supplied data shows different weight figures across the 2010-2012 model years. Use the year-specific changes section above for the exact value attached to each changed year.
How much does a full tank add to the Suzuki Bandit 1250S?
Based on the supplied 5.02 US gal (19 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) when full. This helps explain part of the difference between dry and ready-to-ride mass.
What is the combined Suzuki Bandit 1250S and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 731.2 lb (331.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Suzuki Bandit 1250S power-to-weight ratio?
Available model-year data produces 17.74 hp per 100 lb. It shows engine output relative to motorcycle mass rather than just quoting peak horsepower. That places it around the 80th percentile within the compatible Suzuki naked bike power-to-weight comparison.
How much heavier is the Suzuki Bandit 1250S with a full tank?
The page calculates about 558.1 lb (253.2 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 1250S engine for its weight?
The available figures work out to 2.28 cc per lb to 2.3 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
What are the lightest and heaviest Suzuki Bandit 1250S years?
Among years with usable comparable figures, 2012 is the lightest at 544.5 lb (247 kg), while 2010-2011 is the heaviest at 551.2 lb (250 kg).
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.