Suzuki GSF 600 S Bandit - 1997 Specifications and Reviews

The 1997 Suzuki GSF 600 S Bandit is a versatile sport-touring middleweight ideal for riders seeking reliable performance and everyday practicality. Its 600cc inline-four engine delivers accessible power with smooth character, while the comfortable seat height and manageable 200kg weight make it approachable for intermediate riders. Known for exceptional value and real-world usability, the Bandit established itself as a benchmark affordable sport-tourer.

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General information

CategorySport touring
Year1997
ModelSuzuki GSF 600 S Bandit

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Transmission typefinal driveChain
Gearbox6-speed
StarterElectric
Valves per cylinder4
Torque54.00
Power78.00
Stroke4
Engine typeIn-line four
Capacity:600.00 ccm (36.61 cubic inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Seat height820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Dry weight200.0 kg (440.9 pounds)
 
 

Suzuki GSF 600 S Bandit dimensions and frame

Rear brakesSingle disc
Front brakesDual disc
 
 

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.3900 HP/kg
Top speed200.0 km/h (124.3 mph)

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

74 hp
Peak Power
4.2s
0-60 mph

Best For

Track40%
City75%
Cornering65%
Daily Riding85%
Touring55%
Passenger65%

Rider Profile

Best ForGreat for beginners through to experienced riders wanting a forgiving, do-it-all middleweight. Manageable power delivery and predictable handling.
PurposeA versatile all-rounder for commuting, weekend blasts and light touring. The half-fairing adds wind protection for longer rides.
Rider FitUpright, roomy riding position with an accessible 790mm seat. Fairly heavy at 199kg dry but well-balanced and easy to manage at low speed.
CharacterA friendly, dependable jack-of-all-trades. The air/oil-cooled GSX-R-derived four is torquey and unfussy, making it fun without being intimidating.
Not Ideal ForNot for riders chasing sportbike outright speed or track dominance, nor anyone wanting off-road capability or hardcore long-haul touring luxury.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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Feet:

At 820mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 1997 Suzuki GSF 600 S Bandit, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Data quality: estimated (wheelbase estimated from this category's typical bike, not this model's own spec). Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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