GSF 1200 N Bandit

1997 Suzuki GSF 1200 N Bandit Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Suzuki for the naked motorcycle segment, the 1997 Suzuki GSF 1200 N Bandit features a 1157 cc (70.6 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 98 HP (71.5 kW) at 8,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 93 Nm (68.6 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 84.7 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 GSF 1200 N Bandit measures 215 kg (474 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.46 HP/kg (2.19 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 840 mm (33.1 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams.

Within MotoLibrary's Suzuki archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 1996 to 2000, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.