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55/100Balanced
Power/Weight
0.45 hp/kg
Torque
91 Nm
Engine
1157 ccm
Technical Overview
2004 Suzuki Bandit 1200 N Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around Suzuki's naked motorcycle platform, the 2004 Suzuki Bandit 1200 N features a 1157 cc (70.6 cu in) air-cooled in-line four, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 97 HP (70.8 kW) at 8,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 90.7 Nm (66.9 lb-ft) at 4,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 83.8 HP per liter and a 4,000 rpm working window between peak torque (4,500 rpm) and peak power (8,500 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the Bandit 1200 N measures 214 kg (472 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.45 HP/kg (2.21 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,435 mm (56.5 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 20-liter (5.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Specific Output
83.8 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.45 HP/kg (2.21 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
4,500–8,500 rpm
Engine
Displacement1157.0 ccm (70.60 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line six, four-stroke
Power97.0 HP (70.8 kW)) @ 8500 RPM
Torque90.7 Nm (9.2 kgf-m or 66.9 ft.lbs) @ 4500 RPM
Compression9.5:1
Bore x Stroke79.0 x 59.0 mm (3.1 x 2.3 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemCarburettor
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Rake25.3°
Trail104 mm (4.1 inches)
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork, coil spring, oil damped, spring preload fully adjustable
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