What category is the 2012 Suzuki Bandit 1250 ABS?

General information
Category	Naked bike
Model	Suzuki Bandit 1250 ABS
Year	2012
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Gearbox	6-speed
Cooling system	Oil & air
Lubrication system	Wet sump
Fuel control	DOHC
Fuel system	Injection. Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve (SDTV) fuel injection
Valves per cylinder	4
Bore x stroke	79.0 x 64.0 mm (3.1 x 2.5 inches)
Compression	10.5:1
Engine type	In-line four, four-stroke
Capacity:	1255.00 ccm (76.58 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Rear brakes	Single disc. ABS
Front brakes	Double disc. ABS
Rear tyre dimensions	180/55-ZR17
Front tyre dimensions	120/70-ZR17
Rear suspension	Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Front suspension	Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Trail	104 mm (4.1 inches)
Rake (fork angle)	25.2°

Physical measures and capacities
Fuel capacity	19.00 litres (5.02 gallons)
Wheelbase	1,485 mm (58.5 inches)
Ground clearance	135 mm (5.3 inches)
Overall width	790 mm (31.1 inches)
Overall length	2,140 mm (84.3 inches)
Overall height	1,095 mm (43.1 inches)
Seat height	810 mm (31.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	251.0 kg (553.4 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Color options	Black, gray, light gray
Starter	Electric

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

98 hp

Peak Power

3.6s

0-60 mph

Best For

Track35%

City55%

Cornering60%

Daily Riding75%

Touring82%

Passenger78%

Rider Profile

Best For	Suited to riders with at least a couple of years of experience who want a relaxed but capable big-bore machine rather than a razor-sharp sportbike.
Purpose	Built as a naked sport-tourer that blends comfortable long-distance capability with a torquey inline-four for effortless overtakes and highway cruising.
Rider Fit	At 254 kg dry with an 805 mm seat height, it demands a taller inseam and some upper body strength for slow-speed maneuvering and parking.
Character	A dependable, understated all-rounder that favors smooth, linear power delivery and stability over aggressive sportiness.
Not Ideal For	Not a good fit for lightweight-seeking riders, off-road enthusiasts, or those chasing knee-down trackday thrills.

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

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2012 Suzuki Bandit 1250 ABS Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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At 810mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2012 Suzuki Bandit 1250 ABS, with a relaxed knee angle of around 125 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Data quality: measured. 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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