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This is the | [[Image:Bandit_1200.jpg|frame|right|GSF1200S (Bandit 1200, faired) publicity photo from [[Suzuki]].]] | ||
The '''Suzuki Bandit''' is a series of standard (sometimes called "sport-standard") street [[motorcycle]]s produced by [[Suzuki]]. | |||
The following different models of the bike have been manufactured: | |||
* GSF250 with 250[[cc]] | |||
* GSF400 with 400cc | |||
* GSF600N/GSF600S with 599cc (manufactured 1995-2004) | |||
* GSF650N/GSF650S with 656cc (manufactured 2005-on) | |||
* GSF1200/GSF1200S with 1157cc engine (manufactured 1996-on). | |||
All engines are [[DOHC]] [[straight-4|inline four]] with 16 [[valves]]; 600, 650 and 1200 models employ SACS (Suzuki Advanced Cooling System) cooling that is combined [[Engine cooling|air-cooled]] and [[Motorcycle engine#Cooling: Water or Air|oil-cooled]]. The 250 and 400cc models are [[Watercooling|water-cooled]]. | |||
The 'S' models come with a factory half-fairing, and starting from model year 2001, a dual-bulb headlight. The base model 'N' is an unfaired "naked" bike with a single headlight. | |||
The Bandit series has traditionally had a reputation as a [[hooligan]] bike, due to its budget price, [[Naked bike#"Muscle" bikes|muscle bike]] looks, and sheer [[torque]] (This mostly applies to the 1200 models). With more recent revisions, however, the bike has taken on a more streamlined and modern feel, taking it more towards [[Types of motorcycle#Touring: Sport-Tourers|sports tourer]] territory [http://www.motorbikestoday.com/reviews/Articles/suz_bandit1200s.htm]. Despite this, the 1200 remains popular with [[stunt]] riders, and is a bike of choice for various [[wheelie]] schools [http://www.thewheelieschool.co.uk/bikes.html]. | |||
==Bandit 600== | |||
===1995=== | |||
The naked GSF600 N Bandit was released in February, available in red and green. | |||
It was based on the styling of the pre-existing GSF400 Bandit, with a retuned engine from the [[Suzuki GSX600F|GSX600]]. | |||
===1996=== | |||
The faired Bandit S model was introduced, where the bikini half-fairing had its debut. Available colours were red, green and teal green. | |||
===1997=== | |||
Minor changes: A clutch switch (requiring the clutch to be pulled in when starting the motorcycle, for safety reasons) and carburettor heaters. Colours were red, green and black. | |||
===1998=== | |||
The N model had passenger grab rails added. However, the S model had no changes. Both were available in blue, black and orange. | |||
===1999=== | |||
Debut of a near rear shock absorber, providing rebound as well as preload adjustment. Colours were blue, back and red. | |||
===2000=== | |||
The first major changes were made this year. | |||
* New rear bodywork. | |||
* Fully electronic instrumentation. | |||
* New carburettors with throttle position sensor. | |||
* Additional fuel filter. | |||
* Tokico brake calipers. | |||
* 20 litre fuel tank (up from 19). | |||
* Improvements to frame and steering geometry. | |||
* Seat height lowered. | |||
* S model: New modern styled fairing, with twin headlights. | |||
Colours were blue, black and red. | |||
New rear bodywork, as well as fully electronic instrumentation was introduced. The S Bandit [[fairing]] changed to a more modern styling, with twin headlights. | |||
===2001=== | |||
No significant changes. | |||
===2005=== | |||
More major changes made this year. | |||
* adjustable handlebars and seat height | |||
* larger 656cc engine (smoother power delivery) | |||
* redesigned half fairing | |||
* narrower frame | |||
* LCD digital display backlit by LED | |||
==Bandit 1200== | |||
===1996=== | |||
The first 1200 Bandit models were released in January 1996, featuring a retuned and enlarged version of the engine featured in the [[Suzuki GSX-R Series|GSX-R1100]]. Other differences from the 600 cc models included a fuel gauge, higher specification suspension and larger diameter front brake discs. Also the 1200 Bandit featured a hydraulic clutch. Colors were maroon, green and black. | |||
===1997=== | |||
No changes were made, and the colors available were maroon, black and blue. A version of the S Bandit with anti-lock braking was introduced for certain world markets. | |||
===1998=== | |||
No changes. Colors were maroon, black, green and silver. | |||
===1999=== | |||
No changes. Colors were maroon, black, green and additionally brown on the S model. | |||
===2000=== | |||
No changes. Colors were maroon, blue, black and green/gold. | |||
===2001=== | |||
The 1200 Bandits received a similar revamp to the one the 600 Bandits received the previous year: | |||
* New rear bodywork. | |||
* Fully electronic instrumentation. | |||
* New carburetors. | |||
* Additional fuel filter. | |||
* Tokico brake calipers (six pistons at the front). | |||
* 20 liter fuel tank (up from 19). | |||
* Improvements to frame and steering geometry. | |||
* Seat height lowered. | |||
* S model: New modern styled fairing, with twin headlights. | |||
Colors were blue, black, red and silver. | |||
==External links== | |||
* [http://www.sukbog.co.uk/ Suzuki United Kingdom Bandit Owners Group (SUKBOG)] | |||
* [http://www.bandit.it/ Suzuki Bandit Italian Owners Group (bandit.it)] | |||
[[Category:Suzuki motorcycles|Bandit]] | |||