Tvs Apache Rtr 200 vs Suzuki Gsf 1200 Bandit
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Tvs Apache Rtr 200 vs Suzuki Gsf 1200 Bandit. Tvs Apache Rtr 200: 20.8 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 153 kg (curb weight) weight, top speed 127 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Suzuki Gsf 1200 Bandit: 98 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 223 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 225 km/h (est. — manufacturer did not officially publish; note: estimated based on contemporary tests), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Tvs Apache Rtr 200
Suzuki Gsf 1200 Bandit
Horsepower (hp)
20.8 hp
98 hp
Torque (Nm)
19.2 Nm
108 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
127 km/h
225 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
153 kg
223 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
20.8 hp @ 8,500 rpm
98 hp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque
19.2 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
108 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
127 km/h
225 km/h (est. — manufacturer did not officially publish; note: estimated based on contemporary tests)
Weight
153 kg (curb weight)
223 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.3 L/100km or approximately 30 km/L
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Tvs Apache Rtr 200
7.5/10
"Sharp, honest budget performance that regularly embarrasses more expensive rivals."
Pros
+Crisp fuel injection response
+Surprisingly capable chassis dynamics
+Strong parts availability
Cons
−Cam chain issues high mileage
−Harsh ride on poor roads
−Vibration above 7,000rpm
Suzuki Gsf 1200 Bandit
8.5/10
"Bulletproof muscle bike offering serious performance at bargain used prices."
Pros
+Indestructible engine when maintained
+Massive real-world torque
+Cheap parts availability
Cons
−Front forks weep frequently
−Heavy below 30mph
−Carb sync needs attention
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