Suzuki previews bigger Bandit
Suzuki has sent out a quick preview of its bigger Bandit, the GSF1250S, which is due to arrive is somewhere in the second quarter of 2007. If you'd like to see it, the company is currently taking it around the summer show circuit, starting with the MelboIt's a little early to predict pricing, however we do know that the Australian version will not be fitted with the optional ABS offered in some other markets.
Here's the propaganda from the company: "The Suzuki Bandit 1200S became a favourite of a range of riders worldwide by delivering an unmatched package of performance, style and value... now with a big bore version available, the Bandit is even better," Glyn Griffiths, Suzuki Australia's National Marketing Manager for Motorcycles, says.
The new Bandit 1250's liquid-cooled, DOHC powerplant with 1255cc of torque-producing displacement offers extra-smooth acceleration and relaxed highway cruising.
Using the Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve (SDTV) advanced digital fuel injection system, the 1250S enjoys better response feel, smoother power output, improved mileage and reduced emissions.
For improved engine performance, the cylinder-bores are plated with long-wearing, tough Suzuki Composite Electrochemical Material (SCEM), while the piston rings have a friction-reducing chrome-nitride coating.
A secondary balancer shaft enhances the engine's smooth operation while a liquid-cooled oil cooler helps maintain optimum engine running temperature.
The Bandit 1250S' six-speed transmission has gear ratios chosen especially to deliver powerful acceleration and smooth cruising on open roads.
Based around a classic tube-frame chassis, the 1250S has a rake and trail designed to create an excellent balance between sporty handling and touring comfort.
For rider comfort the Bandit 1250S features a 20mm-adjustable seat height and convenient centre stand.
Equipped with 43mm-stanchion-tube front forks and single rear shock absorber, the Bandit's front and rear suspension is spring-preload-adjustable.
Providing ample stopping power to match the grunt of the Bandit 1250S, the new Suzuki is fitted with a fully floating, 310mm, dual-disc front brake with 4-piston calipers, while the rear carries a 240mm disc brake with single-piston caliper.
Putting its power to the road, the Bandit 1250S rides on three-spoke, cast aluminium-alloy wheels with radial tyres.
The Bandit 1250S styling includes a sleek half-fairing with built-in line-beam headlight and an effective windscreen.
Additional features include an analogue tachometer, LCD digital speedometer, LCD fuel gauge and clock, and LED indicator lights.
Specifications
ENGINE TYPE 4-stroke, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC
BORE X STROKE 79.0 mm x 64.0 mm
DISPLACEMENT 1255cc
COMPRESSION RATIO 10.5 : 1
CARBURETION 36mm SDTV fuel injection
IGNITION Electronic ignition (transistorised)
STARTER SYSTEM Electric
LUBRICATION SYSTEM Wet sump
TRANSMISSION 6-speed constant mesh
PRIMARY DRIVE RATIO 83/54 (1.537)
FINAL DRIVE RATIO 43/18 (2.388)
RAKE / TRAIL 25.2 degrees / 104 mm
SUSPENSION
FRONT
REAR Swingarm, link type, coil spring, oil damped, adjustable spring preload
WHEELS FRONT 17M/C x MT3.50
REAR 17M/C x MT5.50
FRONT
REAR Disc
TYRES
FRONT 120/70ZR17M/C, tubeless
REAR 180/55ZR17M/C, tubeless
FUEL TANK 19.0 litre
OVERALL LENGTH 2,130 mm
OVERALL WIDTH 790mm
OVERALL HEIGHT 1,480mm
WHEELBASE 1,480mm
SEAT HEIGHT 2-way adjustable 790 mm / 810 mm
DRY WEIGHT 225kg
WARRANTY Two-year unlimited km
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