Suzuki’s Bandit 650SA proves that safety isn’t the preserve of capacity. This is one middleweight bike with big safety features – Suzuki’s Anti-Lock Braking system. Just so you feel secure in even the most treacherous conditions that the British winter can throw at you.

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS
Overall length: 2130mm (83.9in)
Overall width: 790mm (31.1in)
Overall height: 1225mm (48.2in)
Wheelbase: 1470mm (57.9in)
Seat height: 770mm (30.3in)
Dry Mass: 222kg (489.4lbs)
Fuel capacity: 19.0litres (4.2gallons)

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Engine capacity: 656cc
Engine: 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC
Bore: 65.5mm x 48.7mm
Compression ratio: 11.5 : 1
Lubrication: Wet sump
Ignition: Electronic ignition (Transistorised)
Fuel system: Fuel injection
Starter: Electric
Transmission: 6-speed, return
Drive: Chain

CHASSIS SPECIFICATION
Front suspension: 41mm telescopic forks, coil spring, oil damped, adjustable spring preload
Rear suspension: Swingarm, link type, adjustable spring preload
Front brakes: Double disc brake
Rear brakes: Disc brake
Front tyres: 120/70ZR17M/C (58W)
Rear tyres: 160/60ZR17M/C (69W)