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Suzuki GSF 1200SZ Bandit

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Make Model

Suzuki GSF 1200SZ Bandit Limited Edition

Year

2002 - 03

Engine

Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.

Capacity

1157 cc / 30.6 cu in
Bore x Stroke 79 x 59 mm
Compression Ratio 9.5:1
Cooling System Air/oil cooled

Induction

4 x Mikuni BSR36 carburetors

Ignition

Digital transistorized

Starting

Electric

Max Power

71.5 kW / 98 hp @ 8500 rpm

Max Torque

91.7 Nm / 9.4 kgf-m / 67.6 lb-ft@ 6500 rpm

Transmission

5 Speed

Final Drive

Chain

Front Suspension

43 mm Telescopic, oil damped, preload adjustable

Rear Suspension

Mono-shock, link-type, 4-way adjustable rebound damping, 7-way adjustable preload

Front Brakes

2 x 310mm Discs, 6 piston calipers, ABS

Rear Brakes

Single 240mm disc, 2 piston caliper, ABS

Front Tyre

120/70 ZR17

Rear Tyre

180/55 ZR17

Seat Height

835 mm / 32.9 in

Dry-Weight

220 kg / 485 lbs

Fuel Capacity 

19.0 litres / 5.0 US gal / 4.2 Imp gal

Consumption Average

5.8 L/100 km / 17.2 km/l / 40.5 US mpg / 48.6 Imp mpg

Standing ¼ Mile   

11.7 sec

Top Speed

235.8 km/h / 146.5 mph
Overview Mototest.be

- Bandit 1200SZ Limited with special Blue/White paint scheme commemorating Suzuki's racing heritage
- Engine bolts and brackets treated with white chromate finish for improved appearance and corrosion resistance
- Headlight switches off during startup to reduce load on battery

 Chassis Features:

- Aggressive-styled fairing with dual projector beam headlights and side-mount mirrors
- Color-matched, cradle-type frame with large diameter tubing for strength and rigidity
- Lightweight, box-section aluminum swingarm with high torsional rigidity
- Step-motor-powered instruments for more precise operation, plus LCD odometer, twin tripmeters and fuel gauge
- Standard 4-way emergency flasher and high-beam passing switch
- Large 43mm diameter front forks with adjustable preload for stable suspension performance
- Single-shock rear suspension with seven preload adjustments, 4-way rebound damping and a movable gas/oil separator for consistent damping performance
- Radial tires mounted on wide cast aluminum wheels
- Dual disc front brakes with Tokico six-piston calipers for strong braking performance
- Wide, comfortable seat with low seat height
- Large capacity fuel tank (20 liter/5.3 gal) for long operating range
- Easy-to-operate centerstand with high leverage ratio to reduce effort
- Large, one-piece passenger grab bar
- Slim tail-section with external tie-down hooks and large storage area beneath the seat - large enough for a U-type lock
- Attractive brushed aluminum chain guard

Engine Features:

- Proven 1157cc, 4-cylinder, air/oil cooled, DOHC 16-valve engine tuned for strong low and midrange power
- Mikuni BSR36 carburetors with throttle position sensor provide precise ignition timing control for strong low-rpm response
- Camshaft timing and stainless steel 4-into-1 exhaust system with aluminum muffler enhances low and midrange power
- Attractive stainless steel 4 into 1 exhaust system tuned for striong low-to-midrange power - catalyzer included on California model to further reduce emissions
- High capacity oil cooler for improved heat dissipation and more consistent engine operating temperature
- Smooth-shifting 5-speed transmission
- Low-maintenance hydraulic clutch with high-rate springs and large-diameter slave cylinder for improved clutch feel
- Maintenance-free battery and digital/transistorized ignition
- Pulsed secondary air-injection system (PAIR) for reduced emissions