2012 Suzuki Bandit 650SA New Release

The Suzuki Bandit 650SA Edgy, futuristic styling that keeps the shapely 656 cm3 fuel-injected engine exposed for ready admiration. A well-tuned chassis with generous adjustability. Efficient half-fairing with handy storage bays. Optional antilock braking system.  Stay ahead of the curve with the Bandit 650S's all-round performance. 656cm3 4-cylinder liquid-cooled engine delivering a finely tuned balance of power and torque with smooth, refined throttle response.

The Bandit 650S’s engine keeps the symmetrical layout (center-cam-drive), and is exposed for ready admiration with a striking black finish. The double overhead camshafts act directly on bucket tappets for
smooth running and positive valve actuation at high revs. Suzuki Composite Electrochemical Material (SCEM) cylinder plating promotes heat transfer and ring sealing, reduces blowby and mechanical losses. Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve (SDTV) fuel injection system effectively enhances smoothness of power delivery.
Automatic Idle Speed Control (ISC) system helps maintain stable idle and improves cold starting.

The 2012 Suzuki Bandit 650SA with 6-speed transmission, with a hydraulic clutch actuation system designed for easy clutch-lever pull. Plush front forks with 130mm wheel travel and adjustable spring preload. Single-shock rear suspension with a progressive, rising-rat link system and adjustable rebound damping and spring preload. Front brakes with 310mm discs and opposed 4-piston calipers; rear break with a 240mm disc and a dual-piston caliper. Bandit 650SA antilock Braking System (ABS) monitors wheel speed, and matches stopping power to available traction. (Bandit 650SA only). The handlebars can be set in either of two positions, which are 10mm away from each other in line with the forks. The seat height can be raised or lowered by 20mm, using reversible spacers.

The Suzuki Bandit 650SA clutch lever and the front brake lever are both 4-way adjustable, moving them closer to or farther from the handlebars. Analog tachometer, LCD digital speedometer, fuel gauge and clock, and gear-position and other indicators, all in a sleek housing. Suzuki Bandit 650S a sharp styling design that’s a reflection of the future, headlined by sleeker headlights, and other body parts with updated design. Aerodynamically efficient half-fairing with stacked high- and low-beam multi-reflector headlights plus storage bays for small items on both sides.

 2012 Suzuki Bandit 650SA Specifications

Engine Type    4-stroke, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC

Engine Displacement  656 cm3 (40.0 cu. in)

Bore x Stroke    65.5 mm x 48.7 mm

Compression Ratio  11.5 : 1

Transmission   6-speed constant mesh

Overall Length     2145 mm  (84.4  in)

Overall Width       780 mm  (30.7  in)

Overall Height     1230 mm  (48.4  in)

Wheelbase    1470 mm  (57.9  in)

Ground  Clearance   135 mm  (  5.3 in)

Seat Height  Low / High  790 / 810 mm (31.1 / 31.9 in)

Curb Mass  Bandit 650S/SA   246 kg  (542  lbs) / 250 kg  (551 lbs)

Suspension  Front  Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
                     Rear  Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Brakes  Front  Disc, twin
             Rear Disc
Tires  Front  120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless
          Rear  160/60ZR17M/C (69W), tubeless

Ignition Type    Electronic ignition (Transistorized)

Fuel Tank    19.0 L (5.0 US gal)