What category is the 1999 Suzuki GSF 600 S Bandit?

General information
Category	Sport touring
Model	Suzuki GSF 600 S Bandit
Year	1999
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Transmission typefinal drive	Chain
Gearbox	6-speed
Cooling system	Air
Starter	Electric
Valves per cylinder	4
Torque	54.00
Power	78.00
Stroke	4
Engine type	In-line four
Capacity:	599.00 ccm (36.55 cubic inches)

Physical measures and capacities
Seat height	820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Dry weight	198.0 kg (436.5 pounds)
Suzuki GSF 600 S Bandit dimensions and frame
Rear brakes	Single disc
Front brakes	Dual disc
Speed and acceleration
Power/weight ratio	0.3939 HP/kg
Top speed	205.0 km/h (127.4 mph)

Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay

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 For	Great for beginners through to experienced riders wanting a forgiving, do-it-all middleweight. Manageable power delivery and predictable handling.
Purpose	A versatile all-rounder for commuting, weekend blasts and light touring. The half-fairing adds wind protection for longer rides.
Rider Fit	Upright, roomy riding position with an accessible 790mm seat. Fairly heavy at 199kg dry but well-balanced and easy to manage at low speed.
Character	A 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 For	Not 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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At 820mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 1999 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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