Suzuki GSF 1200 S Bandit ABS - [2004] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.

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Performance Review: Suzuki GSF 1200 S Bandit ABS - [2004]

Suzuki GSF 1200 S Bandit ABS - [2004]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

Edition: Suzuki GSF 1200 S Bandit ABS
Year: 2004 | Type: Standard
Engine: 1157 cc (70.6 ci) 16 Valve
Engine Type: Wankel | Cylinders: 4
Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: DOHC
Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
Cooling: Air - Liquid | Fuel Type: Petrol
Transmission: 5 speed / Manual
Drive: Chain
Wet Weight: 0 kgs (0 lbs)
Dry Weight: 220 kgs (485 lbs)
Power: 98 bhp (73 kW) @ 8500 rpm
Torque: 67.5 lb-ft (91.6 Nm) @ 6500 rpm
BHP Per Ton: 408.3 bhp
Torque Per Ton: 281.6 lb-ft
0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 9.1 secs
0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 9.3 secs
Top Speed: 147 mph (236.5 kph)
1/4 Mile (Est.): 13.28 secs @ 0 mph
Frame: Steel

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Suzuki GSF 1200 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Suzuki GSF 1200 S Bandit ABS is the 5 speed / Manual version and was first brought out in 2004. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 2005 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 DOHC and the 2005 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Matte Black Limited Edition.This particular Suzuki GSF 1200 has a 1157cc Air - Liquid cooled, Two stroke, Wankel Petrol powerplant with 4 cylinders and Carburettor.

An alternative Wankel engine, Standard style motorbike includes the Yamaha XSR 700 Twin - [2020]

The 2004 GSF 1200 shares its Wankel engine and Standard style configuration with the likes of the 2020 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin and the 2018 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the GSF 1200's Standard style with a similar size of engine then how about the 2020 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin | 2020cc.2018 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin | 2018cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 0 kgs (0 lbs) this makes the Suzuki GSF 1200 S Bandit ABS in the same weight category as the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ or the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT, give or take 50kg.

The 2004 Suzuki GSF 1200 shares the same bhp with the Yamaha Tracer 9 Triple - [2025]

In terms of power the 1157cc 16 valve Wankel 4 cylinder engine produces 98 bhp (73 kW) @ 8500 rpm similar to the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 Triple [119 bhp (88 kW) @ 10000 rpm] or the 2025 Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC SE [123 bhp (91 kW) @ 9500 rpm].

The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 67.5 lb-ft (91.6 Nm) @ 6500 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT [68.5 lb-ft (93.0 Nm) @ 7000 rpm] and the 2025 Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC SE [73.0 lb-ft (99.1 Nm) @ 7700 rpm].

Power to Weight:

If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Suzuki GSF 1200 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

The 1992 Honda VFR 750 F-N has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 2004 Suzuki GSF 1200 S Bandit ABS.

The 2004 Suzuki GSF 1200 S Bandit ABS has a Power to weight ratio of 408.3 bhp per ton and 281.6 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 2004 GSF 1200 competing with the 1992 Honda VFR 750 F-N [432.2 bhp\ton] and the 1990 Honda VFR 750 R RC30 [432.2 bhp\ton].

Power to Weight(cont.):

If you agree with the late great Carroll Shelby, then arguably an even better indicator of potential performance is Torque. Factor weight into the equation and you end up with - Torque per ton, with the Suzuki GSF 1200 generating around 281.6 lb-ft per ton. If you're curious as to what other motorbikes have as much torque to weight then look no further than the 1991 Yamaha V-Max 1200 [306.3 lb-ft per ton] and the 2005 Yamaha V-Max 1200 20th Anniversary Limited Edition [306.3 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 9.1 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 9.3 secs, this makes the Suzuki GSF 1200 S Bandit ABS similar in acceleration to the 2024 Suzuki GSX 8 R (9.1 secs) and the 2023 Yamaha MT-07 Twin Cylinder (9.1 secs). This Suzuki GSF 1200 S Bandit ABS also competes in terms of 0-60 mph and 0-100km/h with the 2018 Honda CB 250 R Neo Sports Cafe (0.0 secs) and the 2020 Norton Superlight SS (0.4 secs).

Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 2004 Suzuki GSF 1200 S Bandit ABS and the 2000 Suzuki GSF 1200 S Bandit

When talking about the performance of the 2004 Suzuki GSF 1200 S Bandit ABS on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 11.7 secs @ 0 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 2000 Suzuki GSF 1200 S Bandit (11.7 secs) and the 1994 Kawasaki ZG 1000 Concours (11.7 secs).

Top Speed:

The 2004 version of the Suzuki GSF 1200 S Bandit ABS has a maximum speed of 147mph.

Top Speed of the 2004 GSF 1200 equals the 2007 Suzuki GSX-R 600 TT

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 2004 Suzuki GSF 1200 S Bandit ABS then how about a 2007 Suzuki GSX-R 600 TT (158 mph) and the 2007 Suzuki GSX-R 600 DOHC (158 mph).