2012 Suzuki Bandit 650 SA Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around Suzuki's allround motorcycle platform, the 2012 Suzuki Bandit 650 SA pairs a 656 cc (40 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 65.5 x 48.7 mm (2.6 x 1.9 inches).
On the scales, the Bandit 650 SA measures 250 kg (551 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 770 mm (30.3 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,470 mm (57.9 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure.
Within MotoLibrary's Suzuki archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2006 to 2018, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
770 mm (30.3 in)
Engine
Displacement656.0 ccm (40.03 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Bore x Stroke65.5 x 48.7 mm (2.6 x 1.9 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
LubricationWet sump
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Front Suspension41mm telescopic forks, coil spring, oil damped, adjustable spring preload
Rear SuspensionSwingarm, link type, adjustable spring preload
Wheelbase1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Ground Clearance135 mm (5.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre160/60-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc. ABS
Rear BrakesSingle disc. ABS
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.250.0 kg (551.2 pounds)
Seat Height770 mm (30.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Alt. Seat Height790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, highest setting.
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Seat Height
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
