Suzuki Gsf600 Bandit vs Suzuki Gs500
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Gsf600 Bandit vs Suzuki Gs500. Suzuki Gsf600 Bandit: 78 hp @ 10,500 rpm hp, 209 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 210 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10. Suzuki Gs500: 45 hp @ 9,000 rpm hp, 185 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Gsf600 Bandit
Suzuki Gs500
Horsepower (hp)
78 hp
45 hp
Torque (Nm)
64 Nm
44 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
210 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
209 kg
185 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
78 hp @ 10,500 rpm
45 hp @ 9,000 rpm
Torque
64 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
44 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
Top Speed
210 km/h
175 km/h
Weight
209 kg (wet/curb weight)
185 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approximately 18 km/L)
3.8 L/100km or approximately 26 km/L
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Gsf600 Bandit
8.0/10
"The definitive sensible used naked bike that never disappoints."
Pros
+Near-indestructible engine
+Parts cheap and plentiful
+Flickable, confidence-inspiring handling
Cons
−Soft suspension needs upgrading
−Carb models surge annoyingly
−Seat punishes long rides
Suzuki Gs500
7.5/10
"The smartest, most sensible used motorcycle under two grand."
Pros
+Nearly indestructible engine
+Dirt-cheap running costs
+Forgiving but still teachable
Cons
−Suspension is genuinely soft
−Brakes feel dated
−Zero excitement factor
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