Across the 2004 and 2005 model years, the Suzuki Bandit 1200 S motorcycle has supplied dry weights ranging from 485 lb (220 kg) to 487.2 lb (221 kg).
Suzuki Bandit 1200 S 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. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
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How heavy is the Suzuki Bandit 1200 S?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Suzuki Bandit 1200 S is heavier than about 96.4% of 14 Suzuki allround models with compatible weight data.
Dry weight range
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Suzuki Bandit 1200 S weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2004, 2005 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 485 lb (220 kg) to 487.2 lb (221 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) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2004 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
| Displacement per pound | 2.37 cc / lb to 2.39 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 41.9 lb / 100 cc to 42.1 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.7% to 6.8% |
| Weight with full tank | 517.9 lb (234.9 kg) to 520.1 lb (235.9 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Suzuki Bandit 1200 S weight FAQ
What is the Suzuki Bandit 1200 S dry weight?
The available dry weight is 485 lb (220 kg) to 487.2 lb (221 kg). Actual ready-to-ride weight will be higher after fuel and operating fluids are added.
Is the Suzuki Bandit 1200 S lighter or heavier than other Suzuki allround models?
Compared with similar Suzukis in this dataset, it is heavier than about 96.4% of 14 allround models using the same weight basis.
Which Suzuki Bandit 1200 S years have different weight specs?
The supplied data shows different weight figures across the 2004-2005 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 1200 S?
Based on the supplied 5.28 US gal (20 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 32.8 lb (14.9 kg) when full. This helps explain part of the difference between dry and ready-to-ride mass.
What is the combined Suzuki Bandit 1200 S and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative dry weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 666.1 lb (302.1 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
Is the listed Suzuki Bandit 1200 S weight ready to ride?
The published usable figure is dry, not curb weight. A simple dry-plus-full-fuel estimate is 517.9 lb (234.9 kg) to 520.1 lb (235.9 kg), but that still is not a substitute for an official wet/curb specification.
What does the Suzuki Bandit 1200 S weigh with a full tank?
Using the listed dry weight plus the calculated fuel mass, the estimated weight with a full tank is 517.9 lb (234.9 kg) to 520.1 lb (235.9 kg). That still may not equal official curb weight because dry-weight definitions can exclude other fluids or equipment.
How many cc does the Suzuki Bandit 1200 S have per pound?
The available figures work out to 2.37 cc per lb to 2.39 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
How does the Suzuki Bandit 1200 S compare with the median Suzuki allround weight?
Compared with the median Suzuki allround weight of 306.4 lb (139 kg), the model is roughly 179.7 lb (81.5 kg) heavier.
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.