Suzuki Bandit 1250S 2009 vs. Yamaha FJR1300A 2013

Suzuki Bandit 1250S 2009

Yamaha FJR1300A 2013

Technical Specifications Suzuki Bandit 1250S 2009 compared to Yamaha FJR1300A 2013

Suzuki Bandit 1250S 2009

Yamaha FJR1300A 2013

Suzuki Bandit 1250S 2009

Yamaha FJR1300A 2013

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	79 mm	Bore	79 mm
Stroke	Stroke	64 mm	Stroke	66.2 mm
Engine power	Engine power	72 HP	Engine power	144 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	108 Nm	Torque	134.4 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	3,700 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.5	Compression Ratio	10.8
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Prop shaft
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	5
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	4
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Displacement	Displacement	1,255 ccm	Displacement	1,298 ccm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Twin Tube

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,130 mm	Length	2,230 mm
Width	Width	790 mm	Width	750 mm
Height	Height	1,235 mm	Height	1,450 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,485 mm	Wheelbase	1,545 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	785 mm	Seat Height	805 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	254 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	291 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	25 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki Bandit 1250S 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Yamaha FJR1300A 2013

The Yamaha FJR1300 is a mature sport touring motorcycle with impressive long-term quality. What impressed in the original test with its superiority and comfort has been confirmed in practice over the years. It does not inspire with technical experiments, but with reliability, riding pleasure and relaxed strength over long distances.

Smooth and superior in-line four-cylinder engine

very well graduated five-speed transmission

high level of long-distance comfort

stable and confidence-inspiring chassis set-up

pleasantly working cardan

balanced ergonomics

reliable electronic functions

good brake modulation

high level of refinement even at motorway speeds

Heavy weight when manoeuvring

on-board computer displays sometimes difficult to read

limited suspension adjustment options

standard tyres limited for sporty driving

noticeable thermal radiation in summer mode

Price Comparison Average Market Price Suzuki Bandit 1250S vs Yamaha FJR1300A

Price Suzuki Bandit 1250S

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