Suzuki Bandit 1200 vs Kawasaki Zrx1200r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Bandit 1200 vs Kawasaki Zrx1200r. 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 Zrx1200r: 108 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 228 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 220 km/h (estimated, manufacturer limited), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Bandit 1200
Kawasaki Zrx1200r
Horsepower (hp)
98 hp
108 hp
Torque (Nm)
108 Nm
114 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
220 km/h
220 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
228 kg
228 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
98 hp @ 8,500 rpm
108 hp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque
108 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
114 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
220 km/h
220 km/h (estimated, manufacturer limited)
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 (approximately 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 Zrx1200r
8.5/10
"A muscular, characterful classic that rewards patient used buyers enormously."
Pros
+Bulletproof engine with real torque
+Timeless Eddie Lawson styling
+Comfortable for longer rides
Cons
−Cam chain tensioner issues possible
−Fairing parts increasingly scarce
−Carbs need attention if neglected
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