Naked Motorcycles
2008Suzuki Bandit 650
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The 2008 Suzuki Bandit 650 is a practical, good-value naked bike with a four-cylinder engine. Its liquid-cooled 656cc inline four makes 59.2 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and chain. A 770 mm seat, 240 kg wet weight and 20-litre tank suit commuting and touring.
- Capacity
- 656.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 201.0 kg
- Seat height
- 770 mm
- Power
- 78.0 HP (57.4 kW)
What’s new for the 2008 Suzuki Bandit 650
vs the 2007| Spec | 2007 | 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| Wet weight | — | 240.0 kg (529.1 pounds) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- A versatile all-rounder built for commuting, weekend rides, and light touring rather than outright performance.
- Built for
- The inline-four engine delivers smooth, linear power with a top-end rush near 10,500 RPM, giving it a sporty edge without being intimidating.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for off-road use or riders seeking cutting-edge sportbike performance and aggressive ergonomics.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 656.0 ccm
- Power
- 78.0 HP (57.4 kW)
- Torque
- 59.2 Nm (6.0 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3881 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 65.5 x 48.7 mm
- Compression
- 10.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Digital electronic (Full Trangist.)
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multi plate
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1440 mm
- Overall length
- 2110 mm
- Overall width
- 770 mm
- Overall height
- 1090 mm
- Seat height
- 770 mm
- Dry weight
- 201.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 240.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 20.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 135 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- 41 mm telescopic, coil spring, spring pre-load fully adjustable
- Rear suspension
- Link type, oil damped, coil spring, spring pre-load 7-way adjustable, rebound damping 4-way adjustable
- Rake (fork angle)
- 26.0°
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 290 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
Specs last verified against published sources: .
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2006 | 2008 | 2009 | 2012 | 2014 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 656 cc | 656 cc | 656 cc | 656 cc | 656 cc | 656 cc |
| Dry weight | 201 kg | 201 kg | 215 kg | 215 kg | 215 kg | 215 kg |
| Seat height | 770 mm | 770 mm | 770 mm | 770 mm | 770 mm | 790 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 20 L | 20 L | 19 L | 19 L | 19 L | 19 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Suzuki Bandit 650?
The 2008 Suzuki Bandit 650 has a Capacity of 656.0 ccm (40.03 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Suzuki Bandit 650 have?
The 2008 Suzuki Bandit 650 has a Power of 78.0 HP (57.4 kW).
How many gears does the Suzuki Bandit 650 have?
The 2008 Suzuki Bandit 650 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Suzuki Bandit 650?
The 2008 Suzuki Bandit 650 has a Torque of 59.2 Nm (6.0 kgf-m or 43.7 ft.lbs).
How much does the Suzuki Bandit 650 weigh?
The 2008 Suzuki Bandit 650 has a Dry weight of 201.0 kg (443.1 pounds).
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