Suzuki GSF 600 N Bandit - [1995] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.

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Performance Review: Suzuki GSF 600 N Bandit - [1995]

Suzuki GSF 600 N Bandit - [1995]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

Edition: Suzuki GSF 600 N Bandit
Year: 1995 | Type: Standard
Engine: 599 cc (36.5 ci) 16 Valve
Engine Type: Wankel | Cylinders: 4
Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: DOHC
Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
Cooling: Air - Liquid | Fuel Type: Petrol
Transmission: 6 speed | Manual
Drive: Chain
Wet Weight: 0 kgs (0 lbs)
Dry Weight: 196 kgs (432 lbs)
Power: 77 bhp (57 kW) @ 10500 rpm
Torque: 39.7 lb-ft (53.9 Nm) @ 9500 rpm
BHP Per Ton: 356.4 bhp
Torque Per Ton: 184.2 lb-ft
0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 10.4 secs
0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 10.6 secs
Top Speed: 128 mph (205.9 kph)
1/4 Mile (Est.): 13.5 secs @ 106 mph
Frame: Steel

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Suzuki GSF 600 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Suzuki GSF 600 N Bandit is the 6 speed | Manual version and was first brought out in 1995. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 1995 Suzuki RGV 250 V-Twin and the 1996 Suzuki GSX-R 750 WT SRAD.This particular Suzuki GSF 600 has a 599cc 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 1995 GSF 600 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 600's Standard style with a similar size of engine then how about the 2024 Kawasaki Z7 Hybrid | 2024cc.1965 Kawasaki W1 650 | 1965cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 0 kgs (0 lbs) this makes the Suzuki GSF 600 N Bandit in the same weight category as the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT or the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+, give or take 50kg.

The 1995 Suzuki GSF 600 shares the same bhp with the Yamaha Tenere 700 Rally - [2025]

In terms of power the 599cc 16 valve Wankel 4 cylinder engine produces 77 bhp (57 kW) @ 10500 rpm similar to the 2025 Yamaha Tenere 700 Rally [72.4 bhp (53 kW) @ 9000 rpm] or the 2025 Suzuki SV 650 ABS [73 bhp (54 kW) @ 8500 rpm].

The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 39.7 lb-ft (53.9 Nm) @ 9500 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Yamaha WR 250 F [17.8 lb-ft (24.2 Nm) @ 8100 rpm] and the 2025 Honda X-ADV 745 [50.9 lb-ft (69.0 Nm) @ 4750 rpm].

Power to Weight:

If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Suzuki GSF 600 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

The 1986 Yamaha RD 350 F has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 1995 Suzuki GSF 600 N Bandit.

The 1995 Suzuki GSF 600 N Bandit has a Power to weight ratio of 356.4 bhp per ton and 184.2 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 1995 GSF 600 competing with the 1986 Yamaha RD 350 F [380.6 bhp\ton] and the 1984 Yamaha RD 350 F [380.6 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 600 generating around 184.2 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 2000 Kawasaki KDX 220 R [209.2 lb-ft per ton] and the 1997 Kawasaki KDX 220 R [209.2 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 10.4 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 10.6 secs, this makes the Suzuki GSF 600 N Bandit similar in acceleration to the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja 650 ABS (10.4 secs) and the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja 650 KRT Edition (10.4 secs). This Suzuki GSF 600 N Bandit 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 1995 Suzuki GSF 600 N Bandit and the 2016 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin

When talking about the performance of the 1995 Suzuki GSF 600 N Bandit on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 12.3 secs @ 106 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 2016 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin (12.3 secs) and the 1987 Honda VF 750 C Super Magna V45 (12.3 secs).

Top Speed:

The 1995 version of the Suzuki GSF 600 N Bandit has a maximum speed of 128mph.

Top Speed of the 1995 GSF 600 equals the 2023 Yamaha YZF-R7 DOHC

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 1995 Suzuki GSF 600 N Bandit then how about a 2023 Yamaha YZF-R7 DOHC (139 mph) and the 2022 Yamaha YZF-R7 World GP 60th Anniversary Edition (139 mph).