Suzuki Bandit 1200 vs Moto Guzzi Breva 1100
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Bandit 1200 vs Moto Guzzi Breva 1100. 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. Moto Guzzi Breva 1100: 88 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 219 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 200 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Bandit 1200
Moto Guzzi Breva 1100
Horsepower (hp)
98 hp
88 hp
Torque (Nm)
108 Nm
98 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
220 km/h
200 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
228 kg
219 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
98 hp @ 8,500 rpm
88 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
108 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
98 Nm @ 5,800 rpm
Top Speed
220 km/h
200 km/h
Weight
228 kg (wet/curb weight)
219 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 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
Moto Guzzi Breva 1100
7.5/10
"Flawed, characterful, and utterly rewarding for the right rider."
Pros
+Intoxicating V-twin character
+Shaft drive, low maintenance
+Excellent low-end torque
Cons
−Thin dealer support network
−Known bevel gear oil seeping
−Valve service intervals strict
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