Suzuki Bandit 1200 vs Kawasaki Zrx1100
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Bandit 1200 vs Kawasaki Zrx1100. Suzuki Bandit 1200: 98 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 228 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 220 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Kawasaki Zrx1100: 100 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 228 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 225 km/h (estimated, note: limited by upright aerodynamics), Motoryk rating 8.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Bandit 1200
Kawasaki Zrx1100
Horsepower (hp)
98 hp
100 hp
Torque (Nm)
108 Nm
101 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
220 km/h
225 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
228 kg
228 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
98 hp @ 8,500 rpm
100 hp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque
108 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
101 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
220 km/h
225 km/h (estimated, note: limited by upright aerodynamics)
Weight
228 kg (wet/curb weight)
228 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L typical real-world average)
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Bandit 1200
8.5/10
"The best raw-boned big-bore bargain you can buy used today."
Pros
+Bulletproof engine, stupid reliable
+Massive usable torque everywhere
+Comfortable for long distance
Cons
−Soft OEM suspension components
−Carbs need regular synchronizing
−Regulator-rectifier fails frequently
Kawasaki Zrx1100
8.0/10
"A genuinely great naked bruiser that rewards patient buyers who inspect carefully."
Pros
+Near-indestructible engine
+Genuinely involving power delivery
+Strong parts availability still
Cons
−Carbs demand regular attention
−Front brakes feel dated
−Mediocre wet-weather handling
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