Suzuki Gsr400 vs Suzuki Bandit 600
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Gsr400 vs Suzuki Bandit 600. Suzuki Gsr400: 55 hp @ 12,000 rpm (Note: best estimate; exact figures vary by market spec) hp, 181 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 180 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Suzuki Bandit 600: 78 hp @ 10,500 rpm hp, 209 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 210 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Gsr400
Suzuki Bandit 600
Horsepower (hp)
55 hp
78 hp
Torque (Nm)
40 Nm
64 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
180 km/h
210 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
181 kg
209 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
55 hp @ 12,000 rpm (Note: best estimate; exact figures vary by market spec)
78 hp @ 10,500 rpm
Torque
40 Nm @ 10,000 rpm (Note: best estimate)
64 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
Top Speed
180 km/h (estimated)
210 km/h
Weight
181 kg (wet/curb weight)
209 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approximately 18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Gsr400
7.5/10
"A rewarding, rev-hungry gem if you buy carefully."
Pros
+Rev-happy GSX-R derived engine
+Lightweight and flickable chassis
+Comfortable naked riding position
Cons
−Parts scarce outside Japan
−Regulator-rectifier failures common
−Many examples imported, unknown history
Suzuki Bandit 600
7.5/10
"The sensible used buy that actually delivers riding satisfaction."
Pros
+Indestructible engine with miles
+Cheap to insure and maintain
+Excellent parts availability
Cons
−Suspension embarrassingly soft stock
−Carbs punish neglect harshly
−Zero wind protection whatsoever
Top 10 Accessories
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