Suzuki Bandit 1200 vs Yamaha Fz25
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Bandit 1200 vs Yamaha Fz25. 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. Yamaha Fz25: 20.9 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 153 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 130 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
Yamaha Fz25
Horsepower (hp)
98 hp
20.9 hp
Torque (Nm)
108 Nm
20.1 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
220 km/h
130 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
228 kg
153 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
98 hp @ 8,500 rpm
20.9 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
108 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
20.1 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
220 km/h
130 km/h
Weight
228 kg (wet/curb weight)
153 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L typical real-world average)
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28 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
Yamaha Fz25
7.5/10
"A genuinely solid commuter that rewards patient, informed buyers."
Pros
+Reliable fuel-injected engine
+Strong resale value retention
+Low running costs
Cons
−Vibes above 7,000rpm
−Rear suspension often neglected
−Highway cruising feels strained
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