| General information | 
  
    | Model | Suzuki GSF 1200 S Bandit | 
    | Year of manufacture | 1998 | 
    | Type | Sport touring | 
    | Rating | 3.8   See the detailed rating of touring capabilities, reliability, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorbike. | 
    
        | Engine and transmission | 
  
    | Engine size | 1157.0 ccm (70.60 cubic inches) | 
    | Type of engine | In-line four, four-stroke | 
    | Output | 98.0 HP (71.5  kW)) @ 8500 RPM | 
    | Torque | 91.0 Nm (9.3 kgf-m or 67.1 ft.lbs) @ 4500 RPM | 
    | Top speed | 225.0 km/h (139.8 mph) | 
    | Valves per cylinder | 4 | 
    | Gearbox | 5-speed | 
    | Transmission type | Chain  (final drive) | 
    
        | Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | 
  
    | Front brakes | Dual disc | 
    | Rear brakes | Single disc | 
    
        | Physical measures and capacities | 
  
    | Dry weight | 223.0 kg (491.6 pounds) | 
    | Power/weight ratio | 0.4395 HP/kg | 
    | Seat height | 835 mm (32.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. | 
    
        | Other specifications | 
  
    | Starter | Electric | 
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