The Suzuki Bandit 1250 SA motorcycle specifications include a 1,255 cc (76.58 cu in) engine, power of 96.6 hp (70.5 kW) @ 7,500 rpm, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 254 kg (560 lb).
Key specifications
How the Suzuki Bandit 1250 SA compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Suzuki models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Suzuki database average.
About 48% higher than the Suzuki database average. Around the 72nd percentile across Suzuki models.
About 106% higher than the Suzuki database average. Around the 92nd percentile across Suzuki models.
About 27% heavier than the Suzuki database average. Around the 78th percentile across Suzuki models.
Very close to the Suzuki database average. Around the 48th percentile across Suzuki models.
About 34% larger than the Suzuki database average. Around the 82nd percentile across Suzuki models.
Suzuki database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the Suzuki specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
96.6 hp — more powerful than about 72% of Suzuki models with power data.
1,255 cc — larger displacement than about 92% of Suzuki models.
254 kg — heavier than about 78% of Suzuki models, or lighter than about 22%.
785 mm — taller than about 48% of Suzuki models.
19 L — larger than about 82% of Suzuki fuel tanks in this database.
Dimensions compared with Suzuki average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across Suzuki models where that dimension is available.
2,130
2,137
Close to average.
790
823
4% below average.
1,485
1,444
Close to average.
785
786
Close to average.
135
176
23% below average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 120/70-ZR17 |
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| Rear tire size | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 0.380 hp/kg |
| Power-to-weight | 380.3 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 77.0 hp/L |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.23:1 (Oversquare) |
Model information
| Year released | 2012 |
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Engine specifications
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke |
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| Displacement | 1,255 cc (76.58 cu in) |
| Power | 96.6 hp (70.5 kW) @ 7,500 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 79.0 x 64 mm (3.1 x 2.5 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Cooling system | Oil & air |
| Fuel system | Injection. Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve fuel injection system, 36mm throttle bodies |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Ignition | Transistorized |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Wet sump |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
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| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Hydraulic clutch with coil springs |
Chassis and suspension
| Front suspension | Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
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| Rear suspension | Link type, coil spring, oil damped |
| Front wheel travel | 120 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 137 mm (5.4 inches) |
| Rake | 25.7° |
| Trail | 107 mm (4.2 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Double disc. 4-piston. ABS |
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| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS |
| Front tire | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tire | 180/55-ZR17 |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 254 kg (560 lb) |
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| Dry weight | 243 kg (535.7 lb) |
| Seat height | 785 mm (30.9 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,130 mm (83.9 inches) |
| Overall width | 790 mm (31.1 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,485 mm (58.5 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 135 mm (5.3 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 19.00 L (5.02 US gal) |
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Performance
| Power/weight ratio | 0.3973 hp/kg |
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Electrical and instruments
| Instruments | Analog tachometer, LCD digital speedometer, LCD fuel gauge and clock, and LED indicator lamps. |
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Other specifications
| Color options | Black, grey |
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| Exhaust system | Catalyzer equipped high-volume muffler |
| Factory warranty | 12 Month Limited Warranty |
Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from Suzuki models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official Suzuki information before relying on them. Visit the official Suzuki website.