Why You Shouldn't Buy A Suzuki Bandit
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I've owned a Suzuki Bandit for 3 years & I've ridden it almost every day during that time. Here are some reasons why you should and shouldn't buy a Suzuki Bandit.
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Hello. To summarise this video, the Bandit is great. I loved that bike and will probably get a 1200 in the future. I'm currently riding a Himalayan & I it gives me the same feeling as this Bandit did.
It's nothing like a Himalayan.... Inline 4 pseudo sport bike with high redline, decent suspension and brakes vs. a bike with 1 cylinder and crap suspension and brakes? Weird. More like a Ducati Monster than a Himalayan.
@ws8080 you can get get the same emotional feeling from different things..
Air cooling = no plumbing. Carburettors = no sensors to fail. Long production run = lots of new and used spares about. Simple bike = reliability. Early ones are old = cheap insurance.
Yep. I agree with that. Thanks for watching
I agree got one and never let me down yet! Great for first time guys you can get one very cheap and have plenty of money left to replace and improve with what you want, chuck a decent exhaust on it and you definitely get looks and a few thumbs up, they are not quick compared to modern stuff well pretty much any 600 + bike built from 2000 but they are gonna be fuel injected and or have emission crap on them to go wrong, i had a 1000 fazer before my 600 bandit the fazer was absolutely brilliant but too fast i love riding fast and that thing was gonna take my licence so i done a straight swap for my 600 bandit something like 6 years ago haven't racked up huge mile on it probably 2k or so a year, when i swapped bikes i rode the 600 home and regretted it immediately it felt like a toy like a 125 bit after 2 or 3 weeks i got used to it it felt good and done what i needed it to do, i have a 1200 as well which had been off the road for a good few years and that thing drinks fuel big time the 600 bandit isnt great on fuel but if you ride it sensible it can be ok not great but it cost like £120 max a year to insure and most of the jobs can be done with simple tools at home and new and used parts are esy and cheap to find yeah if you just getting back into biking or just starting you with fall in love with it and would most likely add to your collection rather than sell it its one of those bikes its just a good all rounder and well worth keeping!
I have a 650 and I kinda regret not getting an older 600. I've had constant problems with it that I could just fix at home if it was an older, less electrical system.
@@_XRMissie One thing I love about my 600 is that it's so simple. I've been in and around the bike trade for years and the majority of problems I see these days are electrical faults on fairly new ,and often very expensive,bikes. I was actually thinking of contacting a guy to look at his injected 650 tomorrow ,you've made me see sense and I'll cross it off my list and check out a couple of nice-looking 600's locally. The only electrical problem I've had in 10 years was that it went through a phase of blowing rear light bulbs,turned out the bit the lens screws into was broken and it was the vibrations from that that was the problem not the actual electrics.
Air cooled? The Bandits in the US of all sizes were water cooled inline 4s.
Owned my Bandit 600 mk 1 1997 for 20 years, fantastic bike,fast and easy to ride, cheap to own.
Unfortunately I don't have a Bandit anymore but I'm sure I'll get one again at some point
i bought a 1200s brand new 20 years ago still prefect at 35000 miles and just toured Germany. Love it
I saw a 1200 for sale recently, I was tempted to buy it but want to try different bikes.
In the early 2000's I bought a second hand 600 Bandit. First bike after many years without a one. I was amazed how fast it was. Super reliable.
Think it's weight is its biggest downside, other than that it's difficult to fault.
I struggled to fault it & the positives I chose were pretty much the same as the negatives but I spun them like a good politician
My app doesn't think I've commented on this. So this is another comment.
I'm off to Scotland now
I'm 65 and don't have any problem with the weight.
March '19, no bike Kawasaki, for 27 years, got 20, 21 months of Blessed Bandit Time Times, on a very very healthy '05 GSF650 inj. Bandit ? At least 58, 59 times more biking joy, than in 84 my nearly new Kawa.750 turbo, that I Couriered on, Thrashed it Daily Countless times, Special, just not Bandit Time. Got a PhD Masters Degree in Bandit Torque Enjoyment only, nothing technical. Alas Banditless, but Blessed to have Experienced Bandit Time Times.
My first bike was a Suzuki GS500E. Air cooled, simple and reliable as a brick. Not much power but I’m not a big guy. Mainly it was light and handled well. I got hit head on by a bad driver, and replaced that bike with a 96 Bandit 600 in 2000. Tomato Red. Loved it. Had to sell it when we bought our house, and regretted it. I brought home a candy red 98 model on Father’s Day 2004, and have had it ever since. Keep it fueled up and change the oil, and it’ll run forever. Thanks for the review.
I sold my 96 Bandit and regretted it. Im sure I'll get another. Thanks
what kind of woman would let you sell your Bandit and think she still had the same man lol
bandit 600 is the best bike I've ever owned. Comfortable, sounds great, not all that heavy, agile, fast enough (tops out at 220kmph). bought is for $4500 AUD only money spent on it is fuel and the odd service. Built tough, built fun.
It's been the best bike I've owned as well. I have a fazer now though. That was a mistake. The fazer isn't terrible but it doesn't have the soul of a Bandit
Got a kawasaki vn900 custom, I'm thinking of going for a suzuki bandit 1200 now, your video is the first one I've watched regarding this bike! Thanks and be safe out there brother!
I have lots of videos about the Bandit 600. A fun video to watch about the 1250 is by Maka Jerycho.
Good luck in your search
You know I love my Bandit Adam and yes I've spent a few quid on it but I enjoy riding it and getting out on the Moors it's perfect. I find it comfortable to ride parts are cheap and easy to get hold of..You missed saying it's a great commuter hack. Great video . Looking forward to the summer.
It's a fantastic commuter. Comfortable & good at low speeds
The 600 Bandit was my 1st big bike after passing test. After only ever having ridden a 125cc, the acceleration scared the shit out of me. 😮
I miss that acceleration now that I have a Himalayan 😔
My 600's about done after 65,000 miles in total,53,000 in my 10 year ownership. It's been my only transport in that time and has got me through 10 winters. It's been always been properly serviced but never pampered. It's never,ever failed to start, probably the only bike I've had that gives a clue that the battery is about to die rather than it coming out of the blue,it'll come close to dying as you spin the starter and run like crap,take the hint and you'll avoid getting stranded.
It's got to the stage now where everything is tired ,it needs new tyres ,cain and sprockets and a service and I'd probably have to spend a lot more than it's worth to get it through the next mot next month and plenty of older bikes in good nick for not much money these days. Only real problem has been the ongoing exhaust rot,I've had the usual stainless mod to the exhaust but the silncers rot just as quickly and I'm on my 5th one!! Luckily with a bit of effort I've usually managed to find cheap replacements on eBay but it's a faff and if I'd known then what I know now I'd have had a stainless system fitted way back when I bought it as a minter and it was worth spending money on. I've been riding for nearly 50 years now and while there's nothing outstanding about the Bandit I've had over 30 bikes and it's my favourite,I never,ever thought I'd keep any bike for over a decade,before the Bandit my record was 2 years,more often I'd change every year.
I was foolish enough to sell my Bandit. I have a Himalayan now that I'm happy with, but I do look at faster bikes. I think I'll get a Bandit again. They are great bikes
Thanks for watching
Suzukis have always done great engines and these are a prime example as you say great value and good fun ,ya don't need the latest greatest electronics and all that jazz to enjoy a bike .The older bikes have great reliability and are much cheaper to insure and you don't have to sign your life away to have one . good one Adam : )
I don't even have a fuel guege. Its very simple and easy to work on but with great quality parts. I'm always amazed at the extra mile suzuki go.
@@EpicAdamMotovlogs Hi. Would you recommend a better option than the Bandit fora beginner? Like Yamaha XJ600, or CB600 - even if the Hornet a bit more expensive ? Or anything else? Thank you!
@@atkolantos bro .buy a bandit 600 and if you want to build up you’re confidence put a restrictor kit on it .I’d highly recommend it as a frst bike up in that cc range there are no others .peace goodluck .
@@atkolantos I am getting into bikes now, but for the last like 10 yrs ive heard the same thing a milion times: The 600-650 naked bandit is just a great all rounder. Looks sound power curve, handling, spare parts and reliability. AFAIK you cant go wrong with a bandit thats been taken care of from the previous owner.
100% all correct
Great video Adam 👍😎
Thanks Kaz
I purchased a 2000 600s a year ago for 800.00, had 7200 miles on her. Put new tires, breaks, carb kits, chain and sprockets. Had much fun this summer. It’s a keeper! Great Video 😎
Sounds like you made it your own. I haven't had the same feeling with my fazer as I did with the Bandit. Just bought a new bike that can hopefully give me that feeling back. I'll making the announcement video tomorrow
I hope You’ll be pleased with your pick!
I bought my Bandit 1200S in 2005 (year 1996), still works fine. No doubt it was a good decision. I can adjust carburetors and valves myself and there is practically nothing else to do. I was thinking of changing to B-king in the fall. But in the end I did a new paint job and am looking forward to the season.
I sold this Bandit & I still see the new owner riding it around. I'm always happy to see it. I miss it but it was my first motorcycle so I had nothing to compare it to.
I'll love a 1200 in the future. I hope you enjoy your bike. Safe journey
Does the parts are easy to find these days?
Yes, very easy
I don’t usually like the old ‘5things I like’ blah blah blah. But that was really good. Seriously considering subscribing now 👍🏼
Sub for sub?
Go on then 😂
I’ve had mine 18 months it’s been awesome I ride all year all weathers mainly for commuting and the odd jolly about the Peak District. Back in January I bought my dream bike a GSXR750 Slingshot basically a sporty bandit.
Long term I’ve got a 1200 motor to go in the bandit and hopefully have a turbo on it 😁
That sounds insane. I just swapped my Bandit for a fazer but will probably get a vfr 800 next year.
Have you got new editing software? Very good video. Noobiker on the CT was priceless.
No but I learnt a new photoshop skill. Can you believe that he wasn't actually there in real life?
@@EpicAdamMotovlogs really? Wow. The lettering coming in from different directions was so smooth I thought you'd changed software. Brilliant editing.
i Got a Suzuki GSF 600 Kult from 1997, and for me its a perfect starter bike from my Dad, it looks great and i love to ride it
It is a great bike. I struggled to find problems and could have gone on for ages about the good stuff
Funny, I shot quite a bit of video a few weeks ago where I contemplated this topic and summarized all the maintenance I've done. I'm still not certain if I'm going to finish editing and posting it or if I'm going to reshoot it. Maybe I'll go grab some footage in the blizzard we're having right now...
Anyway, it's funny how you mention how common and popular it is. Here in the Midwest US, I almost never see them. Ever. I'm sure there are statistics that would prove me wrong, but the SV650 had to outsell the Bandit 10:1 based on my own limited experience in my location. The biggest positives about the Bandit in my eyes are the looks (love the naked, meh on the faired), price, and comfort. It's almost comically heavy though for its size. It's not unwieldly or unbalanced, but I'm convinced that if I cut the frame in half I'm bound to find it filled with lead.
I'm not too keen on the faired version. I don't know why it sold better in the UK. I'll have to research that
I have never laughed at a review so hard lol
I think that's a good thing 🤔
I've got a 2002 Bandit 600s and it's a brilliant touring bike and fast enough for all roads with good weather protection. It's my second bike next to a 2020 CB650R and better for a long distance run to Cornwall, which I'm planning this year.
Incidentally, there was a 7th reason to buy a Bandit, and that's because the engines are tough and renowned for reliability.
I sold that Bandit but it will always be special to me. I loved it. Now I have a Himalayan which is also great.
Cornwall is a great place to ride. I did it last year & found lots of hidden gems around
There are always pros and cons to all bikes, I personally love them. 😎
You love them all
Had a bandit 650 and loved it never had any issues with it and would definitely have one again
I loved my Bandit. I have a fazer now & slightly regret it
@@EpicAdamMotovlogs not got a bike at the moment sold the bandit for a kawasaki vn 900 then sold that for my mk1 audi tt but regret getting rid of the bikes
Great video Adam. Those 4 reasons why you shouldn’t buy one are good reasons to buy one. Apart from its weight. But to get a light bike you either have to spend a fortune or buy a 125.
It was hard to think of bad reasons. This video was meant to be 2 videos but the reasons why not to buy a Bandit was too short
@@EpicAdamMotovlogs if you struggle to find something wrong then it’s the perfect bike for you. Just my opinion
Nice recommendation m8 , im currently working towards my full A test and i would like a 650 as my 1st bike, i am v keen on the sv650 but also was suggested by an experienced rider to consider a bandit aswell. Im sure both are great but iv only been on an sv.
I've never been on a SV650 but they're meant to be better than the Bandit but so is the Fazer and I don't think it is.
Other bikes can be faster and have better brakes etc but there is something special about the Bandit. I like they way it builds up the speed. I have a Fazer now and it gets up to speed to fast.
Personally I think 80ish bhp is ideal. Anymore and it gets boring unless you get into the ridiculously powerful bikes. I spend most of my time in 3rd gear now.
@@EpicAdamMotovlogs i think as a new rider a nice gradual progressive power is good for confidence rather than scare the shit out of you power. Lol
@@atroutflycrazy8057 I think you're right
I owned a 2000 sv650 for 2 years, added suspension upgrades and it handled like a champ...it's a bike that you feel a little bit hooligan on. I owned a bandit 1200 for 23 years, added stage 2 jet kit and M4 muffler and it was bad ass yet capable for about anything. A friend owned a bandit 600 and it was more travel-worthy than an sv650, smoother...a little more grownup feeling but with a jet kit and muffler they sound bad-ass too and run way better than the stock set up.
Own a naked Suzuki Bandit 2006 with ABS for 2400 and spend 600 extra to get it fully surficed and nice.
I actually bought it as my first bike for the reason you name as problem on disadvantage 1:
It is powerfull, but not extremely. (70pk)
It is between a extremly heavy tourer and a naked bike.
it is smooth to learn how to ride better.
Thanks for the amazing review and i love mine ^^.
XSR700 is my next dream bike after i rack up +1000 miles
I loved my Bandit. I'm sure I'll get the 1200 naked at some point. The xsr700 is great too.
Great video mate. You had it for quite a long time. I would like to know what are the REVs in 6th gear at 62 mph? Thanks mate.
The mk1 doesn't have a 6th gear so I can't tell you
@@EpicAdamMotovlogs I was looking to the later model 2003 or 2004. :) Yours is probably at 6000 in 5th. Am I right?
@@RRRRefuelRideRace that sounds about right
Well, mine is a head turner. Just because of it's red color and loud exhaust. I keep wondering why people always ask me about this simple bike and it's because of the love i have for it. I always keep it clean. And yes you must really have patience and nerves fixing it if you want to keep it. Nice video, Cheers!
Cheers. I'll probably get another one or the 1200 one day. I've had a Fazer 600 for 3 months & didn't like it until I realised its because I was comparing it to a Bandit
@@EpicAdamMotovlogs I have 1998 bandit and i was thinking about some hondas cbr or another bandit 600 around 2003. One day fuel tap was clogged and it mixed gas and oil, and the mechanic said "if you had yamaha you would be dumping your bike right now" i don't know honda or suzuki for me :)
The way I went around that corner was pretty radical! 🤙🤙🤙
No gear though. Setting a bad example
@@EpicAdamMotovlogs 🤫🤫🤫 Don't tell anyone!
Hello , a good video ! Thanks a lot , I looking for buy a one bike , I have a experience but I don’t know if I buy a hornet or bandit year 2000.. what is your opinion ..?! Thanks and good rides ! 👍🏻
I haven't ridden a Hornet so I can't say but you can't go wrong with a Bandit as a first bike. Good luck.
I have a Bandit 600 (1999) as well. Love this bike! 👌🏻😎
Mine is 95. It still rides well. Im in the process of tidying it up. Just bought some new bars, grips etc.
Is yours stock? Not many stock ones left now. A lot have been chopped up and aftermarket stuff put on
@@EpicAdamMotovlogs Everything is still in original state. But I am gonna do some mods as well this summer. This weekend I put on a new seat cover.
@@b-rj1171 cool. I had trouble with my seat cover. I had to get a professional to do it for me.
@@EpicAdamMotovlogs Ah serious? That is a bummer..
@@b-rj1171 yeah. I couldn't get the staples through the seat
What do you think about this bike as a beginner's first bike? I read a lot about it being to heavy and therefore no easy to manage at low speed turns and maneuvers.
I just got a 2005 bandit 650 as my first bike, I have had some trouble doing low speed stuff smoothly but that's definitely in part to my inexperience. It's really heavy like almost overwhelmingly at first I'm still nervous about its weight but I think for a beginner bike if you're getting a good deal I'd definitely recommend it, it's fast enough that you can use it for multiple seasons without getting bored of it, super reliable, easy to find parts etc. I might be biased lol but I love mine!
I found it really easy to manoeuvre and I got myself in some tight spaces sometimes. It's a great first bike
Honestly that was so nicely delivered Adam. I'm a fan of the Bandit as you know, I think for what you pay for one they are great value.
Thanks for mum's shout out. She will like that 👌😁👍🍻
Thanks son.
@@EpicAdamMotovlogs 🤢😂
😉🌟🏍🌟👀
Trying to revive my old Bandit 600 at the moment. Loved it, toured/commuted/scratched on it and it did it all without messing me about. Parked it up for some reason six years ago and time to get the old girl out of the shed😀😀
I loved restoring my Bandit. You'll love the experience.
...and remember, Boys and Girls....ALWAYS buy the 1200. And ALWAYS put a Yoshimura on it.
😆 the 600 is good so the 1200 has to be twice as good
I owned a T reg half faired 600 changed the complete exhaust system to a viper sounded awesome. The original mild steal collecter boxes are literally rot boxes. Had to completely rebuild the back brakes upside down calliper bad design. Really fun bike to ride I bought a 1250 bandit later water cooled engine a much better all round machine but heavy. I kept her 10 years I now ride a tiger 800 it's a lot lighter I'm 65 now back and knee pains 😀 but the bandits are a great bike 🏍
I'm tempted by a 1200 now but I'm going to go down the adventure route. Thanks for watching
@@EpicAdamMotovlogs thanks Adam the 1200 is a lot bigger and heavier than the 800 it's a lovely bike
Great value, fast enough for some weekend fun, good for touring if you don`t want to go across continents and perfect for everyday commuting.
I agree with you. Its a great bike. Im still in the process of tidying mine up. Almost done now
@@EpicAdamMotovlogs Best thing about the bike IMHO, is that you don`t have to show it of, you can concentrate on making it mechanic 100% and then just enjoy the riding experiance and adventure and not use a bunch on bling.
@@Uriel-Septim. I spent the first year fixing mechanical issues but since then I've replaced the faded tank & plastics & done a few more things. Mine just looks cleaner now
I've got a GSR600 which is probably very similar to a bandit, I love the simplicity of the bandit though! Could almost say I should have bought a bandit instead
Yes, the gsr600 is very similar to the Bandit. You'll probably feel very comfortable on a Bandit
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Cheers
Sorry dude but the bandit is one of the most reliable old bikes out there.
Oil cooled, carb'd, not very much electrics.
Also I crashed mine about 2 years ago at 80mph, frame protection saved her. In the next few weeks I'll be taking the bike across Europe to where I live now, because if I buy something else it will just break.
You can find 1,000,001 reasons to own a bandit. I'm glad I'm getting mine delivered to Europe from the UK.
I found it hard to find reasons not own a Bandit. Unfortunately I sold mine & I regret it
@@EpicAdamMotovlogs I hope you feeling OK buddy.
I moved to Europe six months ago, I asked my friend to sell it for me, but everytime I chickened out lol.
It was nearly sold last weekend but the rear caliper "magically" stuck and then unstuck a few days later, maybe I am just meant to keep this bike lol.
Hopefully the bike will be with me at the end of August. I passed my A licence on her back in September 2019 so I think she deserves to stay with me.
Once she is here I'll probably ride her till she completely dies eventually. She is called Sue Perkins, always has been and always will be.
Maybe ill put some videos up, but I'm not sure. She's an R reg too, MK1 full power bandit ;)
Wow 80mph and you're still here? Pretty amazing stuff, hope you're ok
I owned a '96, put 70,000 miles on it. Valve adjustments are easy and the only money I ever spent on it was for tires, a battery, a chain and fork seals (oil and filters too, of course). I took it all across the American West.
That sounds fun. The Bandit is a great bike. I was looking at the 1200 earlier but think I'll try something else.
Just curious, where is that seat and tail tidy from?
It's all original parts (I think) the seat might look different because it's got a different cover. I ordered it from ebay. Its tough leather so I had to get a professional to put it on
Bandit 600 or SV650? Currently have a GS500 and would like a little more power but don't want to compromise reliability. It's a good commuter bike.
I never rode a sv650, but they are great bikes. I think you'll like both. You'll just have to test ride them to see what you prefer
I've had a 2000 suzuki bandit for few months now and never had any issues with it ❤ yeah isn't the fastest or the most dashing but is a comfy ride looks decent and I also have the same coloured one from this video and it does turn heads 🔥 i had a ZZR 600 before this and a thundercat before this and I gotta say this bike deffo alot lighter than most bigger bikes. Bandits are ❤🔥
Ooh. I was tempted by the thundercat before I got the Bandit. I struggled to find bad things to say & my Bandit does turn heads.
@@EpicAdamMotovlogs would definitely recommend not getting one unless it's a sure thing that it runs and rides no problem because I was very unlucky with my thundercat and was an absolute pain to do work on or move around so I'd say stick with the bandit for as long as possible because it's the most reliable and easy to work/maintain bike I've had.
@@potnoodles4life171 easy to fix unless you have to remove stubborn 27 year old bolts like I did 😆
I was coming on here expecting to get annoyed but everything you said is spot on, i have a 98 bandit 600n and i love it
😆 I was going to make 2 videos. 1 about things I don't like about the Bandit and 1 about things I do like but I couldn't think of enough stuff that I don't like.
Unfortunately I don't have the Bandit anymore but I'll always love it and I appreciate the Bandit for starting the middleweight trend in the 90s
Hey dude.
I told you I'd write. The other day I took delivery of my bandit 600 from the UK.
I moved to Poland and left my bike with a friend in the UK. After months of saving she has arrived.
It could have been taken care of better as the back brake is siezed (pins) needs the back brake doing and a new chain and sprockets kit and shell be ready to go 😁
That's great. I hope you enjoy riding it in Poland. I was looking at getting a bike transported to John O'Groats. It's not cheap.
@@EpicAdamMotovlogs I left it with a friend and peed off is an understatement tbh.
He was supposed to look after my bike. It was just left on a driveway for 18 months. The chain was never done, tyres never turned and brakes weren't sprayed.
Now the chain and sprockets are going in the bin and I need to probably split the caliper to get the pins out (something I've never done before). So there's a bit of work to do that could have been prevented.
This is why I struggle to trust people and don't have friends lol.
It cost me £300 to take the bike from Wales to Poland. That's a cheap price tbh. Depends what your definition of expensive is lol.
@@PrinceAndrewFucksKids thats not bad. I was quoted about the same from Devon to Scotland.
I take it your mate isn't a biker because a biker wouldn't do that
@@EpicAdamMotovlogs funnily enough I met him on a bike page a few years ago and used to go to bike nights etc.
He actually helped me take the bike from the guy I got the bandit from (previous owner was a mechanic) because he was shafting me for cash for work that needed doing... Apparently....
Then this guy takes my bike for 18 months while I moved countries and started my new life.
18 months later I got the bike (a few days ago) and its in a sorry state tbh.
So yeah. The guy is a biker.
He also managed to forget the v5 document and Haynes manual....
Had to be posted separately and I'm still waiting for it to arrive hopefully this week via royal mail.
So biker. Yeah.... Friend going forward, maybe not so much once I have my v5, because I can't even put a polish plate on it or register it.
You can probably guess how I feel haha.
When the bike is sorted. I'll upload some content to this channel I'm typing from.
I'll comment on a video of yours when I do. If you wanted to check it out.
@@PrinceAndrewFucksKids yeah let me know. You can contact me on Facebook or twitter as well. I should have a few interesting videos coming up soon.
Adam, Andy the Bandit here. Decent vid....BUT give me a few moments. Firstly you mentioned offroad. Never ever designed for...i have kept my Bandit for 9 years because i honestly could not find ONE sensible reason to sell it. Eh?? You say.....
My reasons....I have an 09 plate, gunmetal metallic silver grey 650 Bandit S half faired. I bought it for 3k and have been offered that by two people in the last 6 months. Every time i go out someone stops me to look at her.
1. Total Bulletproof engine 6 speed box, i have not even replaced light bulb! In 9 years. These are not fishing numbers....0 60 in 2.9 seconds top speed 140mph. I thought no never. So on the M5 middle lane empty motorway i got to 135 still going and i came off the throttle, little man in my head said...what the f.... Are you doing?? The bends on the motorway get very short at that speed. My Bandit was Amazing!! It got very quiet has a superb block! My bike is quicker to 60 and cruises better than my friends GS 1250. Cost him a grand to do a service!! My service Full costs £250 with parts, plugs everything. I put Castrol Power 1 in just the best oil, fantastic stuff. I change oli filter every 2k religiously. The engine purrs...
2 very comfortable bike to ride, when i pillion the only time you really notice is under braking. My bike has twin discs on Abs which is fantastic, the engine braking is brilliant in itself. It cruises all day long at 75mph on the motorway if you have to! The tank is 19ltres. My range is circa 250miles at 60mpg
3. I run michelin road 5, the bike is stable, planted, very maneuverable, a joy to ride frankly. Great in traffic, you can plod my bike in fifth just on tick over, lovely low end torque on the Sukuki engine. Hondas are a pain in he ass, rattling and moan like hell in not the exact rev!!
4. Insurance is good. I pay around £174 this year up slightly in the market. But really good insurance. I have ten years ncd.
5. Easy to clean, maintain, check. A joy to ride. Classic four cylinder in line, fuel injected. So smooth to ride, cant hear her half the time, it will accelerate like billio if you want! I dont! Typically on a run i will open her up on the flat section of m48 near me if quiet. I cruise at 75mph from there, a hard throttle for 2 secs will take you to 110mph and easily! The Power delivery on this engine is so smooth and strong through midrange. The engine develops 92hp.
So, why the hell people need 75 settings for traction control and IMUs is an absolute joke when 80% of the time the roads are too busy and too potholed to risk speed? Other friends NTK Explorer over £20k to buy to me that is just imbecile stuff, depreciation off scale. His depreciation last year, bought my bike. Service cost him £1200 F.......... Crazy!!! BMW is worse! Plus you have a really good chance of mechanical breakdown, overengineered as always with german stuff, massive ego trip! n its life. Over engineered ego trip. Nothing more.
So thats why my beautiful silver bandit s k9 version is still in my garage. Long may that be the case! All the joys of the open road on two wheels with performance and real enjoyment. Lets not forget BMW superheroes.....your visor gets just as wet as my Suzuki!!
@andrewwatkins5279 This is a video I wish I could make again, and it's my most popular video. It still gets around 1,000 a week. I have owned a few bikes since the Bandit and haven't found anything better yet. Your Bandit sounds amazing. I'll buy it from you 😉
@@EpicAdamMotovlogs What you to!! This God's honest. I was in Cardiff about 4 yrs ago now. Picking up something i had bought on EBay in Llandaff. I was filling up and this Guy came out of the shop he just paid for his petrol, saw me and came over. Total Stranger. His first words were...."Damn that is the exact one i have been looking for in that metallic gunmetal, will you sell it? I will give you 4k the ones i have seen are about 3.5k!" I joked with him and said i will have nothing to get home on and besides I love my Suzi she is part of the family now! the guy repeated damn looks a lovely bike, exactly what i am looking for. I told him i found it in MSN just dead lucky, it was in St Arvans nr Chepstow, it was meant to be?
Another reason i wont sell it.
Even now when i take it to my workshop in Bristol the guys all say - Bulletproof never seen that engine out on the bench not ever. Had the MOT and the guy said looks fantastic for its age Andy if you want to sell it let me know - one of the mechanics. It really is that pretty. I love the look of the Bandit, the Frame/Design looks quite British, more traditional although the front fairing is quite sharp and natty. Has brilliant daylights as well really visible. Not a lot i don't like about my bandit.
Last funny story, my battery got run down in the garage during Covit. When i got her out, not happy at all. Took the battery out charged it up. Went to start - dead! nothing at all! OMG Suzi what the hell have i done big red light on dash err message - see main dealer. I thought OMG phoned my man jim and got it transported to the workshop. about two hours later he phoned me "are you sat down andy?, i said yes oh god what is it Jim? he said "Your Suzi though she was upside down and the engine cutoff was on, some bright spark put the tilt sensor in upside down! big laugh on the phone...Jim said also the fuel octane had gone way too low and could have caused damage so it worked out well Andy. i flushed it out filled her up she is perfect again, i will charge you for the petrol mate!" laughed again and put the phone down!
Another Bandit Tale!! by an incompetant mechanic!! My guys in Bristol are Fantastic a brilliant bunch what they dont know aint worth knowing about Bikes.
FZS 600 Foxeye or Bandit? What to buy?
@CptSlow89 I had both and I think the Bandit has more character and looks better but try both if you can
Got mine two days ago, 29 years old but in perfect shape. Just the carbs needed some attention.
I drove today and sure got some head turns :D
Also this is my first bike. And for that reason alone I love it. May not be the fastest or the most comfortable, but surely I will ride it for several kkm :D
I loved my Himalayan. I was just teasing in the first half of this video. It's a great first bike. Im still trying different bikes but haven't had something as good as the Bandit yet.
Idc what anybody says...it's my 4th bike I love my bandit! Good vid
I love them too. They have something special to them. Not as good as the Yamaha fzs600 on paper but in reality the Bandit is better.
I'm looking for the same fairing as you, can you inform me where to buy it?
The screen? It's Puig windshield on Amazon
Thank you for the fast reply! I will look into it
I own a few and they are great fun. Iconic MB
They are indeed
They are just good solid bikes. Get a carb one and you can fix it yourself. They are inexpensive, you get a lot of bike for the money. Borrowed a naked 600 from a friend for a summer, a few years ago...just a great bike
I agree with everything you said although now I have a fazer. I just fancied a change. I miss the old Bandit though. Thanks for watching
That was good
Cheers Darling
I once rode 1000miles in 14 hours on my 1997 GSF600N. 5 countries in 14 days...
African countries. Not those little tiny things in Europe.
Its a fantastic bike.
That sounds fun. It is a great bike indeed
Did you spot the other motovlogger in this video?
😉🏍👀👍 😂🤣 I fell off the sofa laughing Epic!!! Made my year lol! 😉😎🥳 Exeter bikers Mum lol! 😋 Love your humour Epic.... and always loved bikes... and the biker community are a wonderful bunch of scone munchers 😂😉🤣😋🥰
Im looking at a 2000 600s complete -been in owners garage for 15 years it’s red and very original-750$ US
Sounds good. It will need new tires, oil etc but should be good to go
i have a suzuki bandit one of the best bikes you can buy engin fantastic second one i have ownd troulbe is i am 82 and sadly it is to heavy so i have bought kawasaki er 5 nice but the bandit reigns
I've ridden a er5 & I was pleasantly surprised. I'll always have a soft spot for the Bandit. Thanks for watching. Also great to hear you're still riding at 82.
Why you shouldn't and why you should. Seems like a contradiction. LOL. All bikes and cars and trucks too have good and bad things about them. You just gotta see what has the most of what you like that you can afford.
😆 it was more of a comparison.
@@EpicAdamMotovlogs 🤠👍🏼
I go and regualy tour Ireland on my Suzuki 650, easy service yourself, load it up, engine pulls from low revs, a couple of tanks of fuel and you're there. Heavy yes, do you get blown about on the motorway no.
That sounds lovely. I miss my Bandit. If things go well for me, I'll be getting my dream bike this year, so that gives me the possibility of a Bandit being my winter bike.
Have you been on a bandit 1200 mk1
I haven't but I'll love to
Every naked motorbike is good at nithing, You won't spend money fixing it since they're indestructible, Being a common bike makes for cheaper spare parts, and easier to find, As a learner bike it being heavy has helped me dominate lighter bikes, the "shouldn't" are all advantages instead!
Yep. I liked the bike. Had a hard time thinking of things I didn't like
thats the nice thing about it is a good trasition bike. if you drop it fuck it and for 3k its faster than most cars
just got triggerd without watching the whole vid xD
@@tobinhannemann6443 😆 this video has a few dislikes from people who didn't watch the whole video. I love the Bandit
You definitely make a compelling case on both sides there Adam 🤔
Roger dodger
That’s why I’m searching for one!
There's plenty around. Good luck 👍
@@EpicAdamMotovlogs I’m looking for a 1200 I used to have one!
My 600 bandit will be 25 soon.
No way I am ever going to sell it. Modern bikes are of no interest.
Who needs a fuel gauge? Set the trip meter to 0 when you fill the tank, and when it reads 100, fill it back up.
I loved my Bandit. I'm looking at the Triumph Street twin now. I wonder if it will give me the same feeling
Got a Mk1 from 1996 love the bike if you can find one that’s in good condition I’d definitely recommend it but don’t buy one that’s been messed around otherwise you’ll be in a world of trouble.
Mine was in great condition before I sold it. I replaced the tank and plastics with a kit that was in dry storage for 20+ years. Got seals done, etc. It was a mistake getting rid of it.
It was my first big bike so I didn't appreciate how good it was. I didnt know better.
Thankfully I watched it to see how you could ever slag a bike off like the Bandit, and truthfully I was near to stopping watching it cos the reasons seemed foolish and shallow at best. THEN you started on the reasons for having one and it made my day (easily pleased) personally at 63 I like a bit of protection now from the wind blast of a long ride out, so I say the half fared 1250. Why? Number one the engine, number 2 the engine, 3and 4 engine still. Then the lovely seat, riding position and low speed handling. I wish the clutch was lighter but eh? What a classic bike
Most people stop watching this video before I mention the good stuff.
I now have a Himalayan because I enjoy riding country roads and potholes are becoming more common but I see a 1200 in my future. I do miss my Bandit. I see the new owner riding it around occasionally
I actually mention the Bandit in my latest video and I'm riding a Himalayan
I have a Suzuki bandit 1250 2008 and you know what the hay abusa and the gsxR just see my tail went I ride and is complete stok
I've never ridden the 1200 or 1250 but I'll love to. It has comfort and speed.
Thanks for watching
I've got a gsx 750 inazuma similar power just looks different to bandit but parts are similar
@jamescollins6210 the Bandit was made from the suzuki parts bin. I think inazuma might be newer than the Bandit though.
It's power delivery, deliverance means something else
I love the power deliverance. I think its great for new riders especially
Don't buy a bandit based on a 6? Get a clean 12 and have fun, simple to work on and parts everywhere. It's a muscle bike not a sport or touring bike. Best suited to a play bike or base for a street fighter. Even a old 96 model gives most sports bike a hard time and there's something about a naked bike and trying to hold on! Don't knock em till ya rode one 😅 cheap simple fun bike with loads of tuning potential still 😁
I loved the 600. One of the best bikes I've ever ridden. I know the 1200 is a different machine. I'll love to ride one.
Don't buy a 1200 Bandit either. Reason 1 : it is addictive. The rocket booster (or carrier launch catapult) feeling is not something you can easily forget...
Reason 2 : straight portions of the roads are disappearing. As soon as you open the throttle...it's already time for breaking in the next turn.
Reason 3 : the best of all of them is not available anymore : it's in my garage!
😆 I'm almost 100% sure I'll get a Bandit 1200 in the future
@@EpicAdamMotovlogs then you have to wait because I am not selling her any soon ! 😉
1200S is a great bike. Easy to work on. Lots of parts available. Easy to get more HP out of it. Carbs are simple and easy to work and maintain. I got rid of the air box and put ramflos on mine and and an unrestricted muffler.
It howls. The ignition pickup on them is a bit of a pia and if i could get rid of the CDI and go to points, i would that's my only whinge
There is a great Bandit 1200N on superbike factory right now. Its gorgeous
I got a 1200s k6 and love it power torque and that big smile on my face 1200 is a much better bike
I've never ridden the 1200 but I'll absolutely love to. I like the way the 600 controls the power smoothly.
@@EpicAdamMotovlogs try one you never look back
Just straight in with my comment ,why would I have owned five 600 ,s two 400 ,s and one 250 ,and currently am rebuilding my 600 I bhought 21 yr ago .and the one I built in lockdown .if you want to see both .my ch is called crosshatch if you want to have a peak type in video title steve McQueen airbrushed .there just realy good bikes ,I agree with everything you say but you should have put in ,Get the right tyres and you’re confidence off riding in the rain is as comfortable as riding on a hot sunny day .peace .
I love the Bandit. The controversial title always catches people out
How do you rate the 250 bandits?
Bandits, best bike suzuki made, mainly becaus of the super reliable ,easy to work on motor, none of the gimikery electronics that most people dont use anyway. Yes its a bit heavy by todays standards, but overall its a great bike.
It is a great bike and every time someone comments on this video, it makes me want to buy another Bandit
it is a good bike indeedy 🙂
It makes do 😆
Within the first 40 seconds or so you have given me the indication that you don’t really know wtf you are talking about. I ride dirt bikes and I ride road bikes, I’m in the market for an older bike as I ride a 600 beefed up hornet… I came here looking for advice and I hear this: ‘it’s not very good off road’
Can you tell me as a dirt bike rider, why I would swap out a yz or WR for a bandit road bike.
And as a road bike rider, can you tell me why I would want to know about its off road capabilities?
It's been so long since I made this video, I don't remember much about what I said, but carry on watching.
I wanted to make 2 videos. Things I love about the Bandit and things I don't but the things I don't video would've been too short, so I put both into one video.
The Bandit is great. I've owned a Fazer and himalayan since, but the Bandit is still my favourite.
The title is clickbait and it works.
30 subs a month i wish lol i do like the bandit mate had one for a winter hack bulletproof
I thought I already commented to this. The Bandit is great. I haveng ridden it for a few days now. I miss it.
You are very picky and you were struggling to find some reasons.
If a person enjoy riding bikes then you would enjoy riding any bike and any size
Yes. I was struggling because its a good bike. I also just bought a Honda c90. That's one of the slowest bikes around
Not hearing any reasons to not get one. They are fantastic bikes.
True. It is a bit of a misleading title. I love the Bandit
Common means huge avalability of parts.
Cops have heads as well so shuv the term Head turner i personally hate that expression. Why do you need stand out for people you don't even know?.
Just for the record i don't own this bike. But it sounds like to cheap commuter to work and back etc. You probably wont blow your $ or license on it. Riding is still fun and this may be an affordable entry level bike to just do that.
You'll probably stay alive longer in bike like this as its not a power house. Probably ok for a student.
One of my bikes is a 2008 1250 Abs Bandit but and i smile every time i get on it
I've never ridden a 1200 or 1250 but I'll love to
You said it's not a touring bike, then say reason 6 it could be a touring bike because it's comfortable 😅
I've learnt more since making this video and owning a sports tourer. You can happily and easily tour on a Bandit
Not particularly good at anything? It’s the perfect all rounder 1200 at least anyway
I loved the Bandit 600. I see a 1200 in my future. Epic bikes
Not only does it have power for a 600 Japanese makers cater to customers and the price for a great bike just attracts more people compared to other non Japanese makers and they are easy to maintain and at 448 lb. i will feel safer than on a 363 lb.
Yep. Did watch the whole video? I love the Bandit. Thanks for watching. Have a good Christmas
They arent very common in the US. Im trying to find parts and they are very rare. Even just getting a running bike in ok condition is difficult.
They are great bikes. A lot of people modified them in the UK, so a stock one is hard to find
@@EpicAdamMotovlogs well there are many stock ones here when you can find one 😄
Exactly by interest (;
Yes
Bandit is way better than the Honda CBR imo. More comfortable, more manoeuvrable, better sounding. Dope bikes. I'm going to buy another I think.
I have never ridden a cbr but I agree the Bandit is great. I'll love another one
@@EpicAdamMotovlogs I ended u buying a 2006 bandit 650
@Aaron Jacob Yasharal awesome. I hope you like it. I have a Himalayan now
@@EpicAdamMotovlogs aye I am having great fun, only use it to get to work, the shops, the gym. Way more fun then catching the train everyday 😂
@@EpicAdamMotovlogs Himalayan, nice ride safe
you keep the revs high in each gear and it will scare you !
I was accused of shifting early when I had the Bandit. There was a nice stretch of road outside my workplace where I tested the 0-60 often. That was fun. I miss the Bandit.
sorry mate, i didnt watch all your video, i jumped the gun, earlier comment deleted, lol
No worries. I don't think you was the first and you won't be the last. I sold my Bandit & now have a Himalayan but I do miss the Bandit. I see someone else riding it around now. I even tried buying it back but the guy loves it too much
@@EpicAdamMotovlogs get the 1200 awsome bike
Your reasons don't make sense. It wasn't built to be the best at anything - it was just built to be a good all-around bike. Right off the bat a reason not to buy it is it isn't good off-road? Duh. It's a road bike... built to look like a sport bike but standard riding position. You then say a reason for is the power delivery and sound, and the look, which is exactly why to buy it. BTW, the Bandit 400 is a screamer and you didn't differentiate. I have both a Bandit 400 and a SV650 because I like naked sports bikes and I plan to keep them forever - even though I have standing offers from local dealers because you cannot find Bandit 400s or Honda CB1 400cc very easy any more, and they are a blast.
I said it's not particularly good at anything. I didn't say it's not good off-road. Did you watch the whole video?
Don't waste the money on the 600. The 1200s is the better one.
I've never ridden the 1200. I'm sure the 600 is better for new riders
No doubt a rookie rider and has no idea WTF he is talking about.
😆 you do know this comment goes to the person whos in the video. Carry on watching it and you'll see
Those are not reasons to why not buy it....
Yes. That's the point of the video
What kind of reasons is this hahaha😂
😆 I couldn't find reasons not to buy one. They are great bikes.
too late for me xD
Cool. I hope you're enjoying it. Bandits are great
yeah i love that bike its comfortable xD@@EpicAdamMotovlogs
You should buy a 1250 🤣
I have considered it. 🤔
@@EpicAdamMotovlogs then slap a snail on it for the bants
My first bike is a bandit 600 and i love it it looks fantastic and it drives smoth as hell. My biggest negative is the Choke, it is aggressive and sensitiv. Mine got 13k km and i will make it at least 20k until i can drive an open one.(germany a2)
Oh yes the choke is aggressive & sensitive. It's all or nothing.