Suzuki GSF650 Bandit

The Suzuki GSF 650 Bandit entered the market in 2005 as the successor to the Suzuki GSF 600 Bandit. Unlike the previous version, the new GSF650 received a number of small differences:

• Engine. Increased its volume from 599 to 656 cc, reduced the compression ratio from 11.3 to 10.5: 1, slightly increased the torque characteristic at low revs. New 4-in-2 exhaust.
• Appearance. Got more modern naked features, new LCD panel and headlight.
• Pendants. The front fork gets preload adjustment and chassis rigidity is increased.
• Brakes. Versions with ABS are available.
• Dry weight. Compared to the latest generation GSF600, the dry weight has decreased by 7 kg.
• 'Ergonomics. The ability to adjust the height of the handlebar and saddle is added.

As in the previous model, the new one is also offered in two versions: regular (' Suzuki GSF650 Bandit ) and with a fairing (' Suzuki GSF650S Bandit ).

In 2007, the model undergoes a serious restyling and finally departs from the old concept Suzuki GSF600 Bandit:

• Engine. It gets liquid cooling, an increased compression ratio (from 10.5 to 11.5: 1), a dual-throttle fuel injection system (SDTV - Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve) and an increase in performance to 85 hp. power.
• Brakes. The diameter of the front brake discs is increased from 290 to 310 mm, the 2-piston calipers are replaced by 4-piston ones.
• Frame and chassis. Increase in stiffness by 10%. New rear shock absorber.
• Fuel tank. Nominally, it did not change, but the presence of a submersible fuel pump reduced the actual volume to 19 liters.
• Clutch. The clutch cable drive was replaced with a hydraulic one.
• Transmission. Gear ratios have changed slightly.
• Dry weight. Increases by 14 kg.

In 2008, on the basis of the Suzuki GSF650 Bandit, a sports-touring model was built - the Suzuki GSX650F. In fact, this is the same second generation Bandit 650 in full plastic.

In 2009, the model underwent another small restyling, which affected only the appearance. The regular version received a naked-style headlamp. Both versions received a modified brake light, dashboard, slightly redesigned exhaust system and a black engine.

2012 was the last year of production for the naked Suzuki Bandit 650, while the S version continued in production until 2015, after which it also left the market.

The main competitors of the Suzuki GSF650 Bandit in the class:

• Honda CB650F / Honda CBR650F / Honda CBF 600
• Yamaha XJ6 Diversion

Photos

Suzuki GSF650S Bandit (2005-2006)

Suzuki GSF650S Bandit (2007-2008)

Suzuki GSF650S Bandit (2009-2015)

Specifications

Specifications Suzuki GSF650 Bandit:

Model	Suzuki GSF650 Bandit
Motorcycle type	road (street, classic)
Release year	2005-2015
Frame	steel tubular
Engine type	4-cylinder, 4-stroke, in-line
Working volume	656 cm³
Bore / stroke	65.5 x 48.7 mm
Compression ratio	10.5: 1 - GSF650, GSF650S (2005-2006) 11.5: 1 - GSF650, GSF650S (2007-2015)
Cooling	air-oil - GSF650, GSF650S (2005-2006) liquid - GSF650, GSF650S (2007-2015)
Number of valves per cylinder	DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Fuel supply system	Carburetor, 4x Keihin CVR32 - GSF650, GSF650S (2005-2006) Injector with SDTV (Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve) - GSF650, GSF650S (2007-2015)
Ignition type	transistor
Maximum power	77.5 h.p. (57.0 kW) @ 10,000 rpm - GSF650, GSF650S (2005-2006) 85.6 h.p. (63.0 kW) @ 10,500 rpm - GSF650, GSF650S (2007-2015)
Maximum torque	59.0 Nm (6.0 kg * m) @ 7800 rpm - GSF650, GSF650S (2005-2006) 62.0 Nm (6.3 kg * m) @ 8900 rpm - GSF650, GSF650S (2007-2015)
Gearbox	6-speed
Drive type	chain
Front tire size	120/70-ZR17M / C 58W
Rear tire size	160/60-ZR17M / C 69W
Front brakes	2 discs, 290mm, 2-piston calipers (optional ABS) - GSF650, GSF650S (2005-2006) 2 discs, 310 mm, 4-piston calipers (ABS opt.) - GSF650, GSF650S (2007-2015)
Rear brakes	1 disc, 240 mm, 2-piston caliper (ABS opt.)
Front suspension	41mm telescopic fork (preload adjustment), 130mm travel
Rear suspension	linkage with monoshock (adjustable preload and rebound damping), stroke - 126 mm - GSF650, GSF650S (2005-2006) linkage with monoshock (adjustable preload and rebound damping), stroke - 128 mm - GSF650, GSF650S (2007-2015)
Motorcycle length	2110mm - GSF650, GSF650S (2005-2006) 2130 mm - GSF650, GSF650S (2007-2015)
Motorcycle width	770mm - GSF650, GSF650S (2005-2006) 780mm - GSF650, GSF650S (2007-2015)
Motorcycle height	1085/1095 mm (adjustable handlebar height) - GSF650 1225 mm - GSF650S
Wheelbase	1440mm - GSF650, GSF650S (2005-2006) 1470 mm - GSF650, GSF650S (2007-2015)
Saddle height	770/790 mm (adjustable)
Minimum ground clearance	130mm - GSF650, GSF650S (2005-2006) 135mm - GSF650, GSF650S (2007-2015)
Acceleration to 100 km / h	4.2 sec
Maximum speed	214 km / h
Fuel tank capacity	20.0 L - GSF650, GSF650S (2005-2006) 19.0 L - GSF650, GSF650S (2007-2015)
Motorcycle weight (dry)	201 kg - GSF650 (2005-2006) 204 kg - GSF650S (2005-2006) 215 kg - GSF650 (2007-2012) 218 kg - GSF650S (2007-2015) 219 kg - GSF650 ABS (2007-2012) 222 kg - GSF650S ABS (2007-2015)

Documentation

• Suzuki GSF650 Bandit