Suzuki GSF 600 S Bandit - 1996 Specifications and Reviews

The 1996 Suzuki GSF 600 S Bandit is an accessible middleweight sport-tourer ideal for riders seeking versatile all-around performance. Its 599cc inline-four engine delivers smooth power and reliable torque, while the manageable 199kg weight and 790mm seat height make it approachable for various rider sizes. Known for practical everyday usability combined with sporty handling, the Bandit 600 remains a popular choice for commuting and weekend riding.

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General information

CategoryAllround
Year1996
ModelSuzuki GSF 600 S Bandit

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Transmission typefinal driveChain
Gearbox6-speed
StarterElectric
Valves per cylinder4
Torque99.00
Power74.00
Stroke4
Engine typeIn-line four
Capacity:599.00 ccm (36.55 cubic inches)
 
 

Physical measures and capacities

Seat height790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Dry weight199.0 kg (438.7 pounds)
 
 

Suzuki GSF 600 S Bandit dimensions and frame

Rear brakesSingle disc
Front brakesDual disc

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.3719 HP/kg

Other specs

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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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1996 Suzuki GSF 600 S Bandit Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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Feet:

At 790mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 1996 Suzuki GSF 600 S Bandit, with a relaxed knee angle of around 120 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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