Suzuki Australia has released advance details of the new Bandit 1250S to give riders an exciting sneak preview of whatís in store for 2007.

A new big-bore version of the Bandit 1200S, Suzukiís new 2007 Bandit 1250S strikes a magnificent balance of power, style and technology, combining heavyweight power with distinctive styling and the quality of an all-new, technologically-advanced engine.

ìThe Suzuki Bandit 1200S became a favourite of a range of riders worldwide by delivering an unmatched package of performance, style and value... now with a big bore version available, the Bandit is even better," Glyn Griffiths, Suzuki Australiaís National Marketing Manager for Motorcycles, says.

The new Bandit 1250's liquid-cooled, DOHC powerplant with 1255cc of torque-producing displacement offers extra-smooth acceleration and relaxed highway cruising.

Using the Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve (SDTV) advanced digital fuel injection system, the 1250S enjoys better response feel, smoother power output, improved mileage and reduced emissions.

For improved engine performance, the cylinder-bores are plated with long-wearing, tough Suzuki Composite Electrochemical Material (SCEM), while the piston rings have a friction-reducing chrome-nitride coating.

A secondary balancer shaft enhances the engine's smooth operation while a liquid-cooled oil cooler helps maintain optimum engine running temperature.

The Bandit 1250Sí six-speed transmission has gear ratios chosen especially to deliver powerful acceleration and smooth cruising on open roads. Based around a classic tube-frame chassis, the 1250S has a rake and trail designed to create an excellent balance between sporty handling and touring comfort.

For rider comfort the Bandit 1250S features a 20mm-adjustable seat height and convenient centre stand.

Equipped with 43mm-stanchion-tube front forks and single rear shock absorber, the Banditís front and rear suspension is spring-preload-adjustable.

Providing ample stopping power to match the grunt of the Bandit 1250S, the new Suzuki is fitted with a fully floating, 310mm, dual-disc front brake with 4-piston calipers, while the rear carries a 240mm disc brake with single-piston caliper.

Putting its power to the road, the Bandit 1250S rides on three-spoke, cast aluminium-alloy wheels with radial tyres.

The Bandit 1250S styling includes a sleek half-fairing with built-in line-beam headlight and an effective windscreen. Additional features include an analogue tachometer, LCD digital speedometer, LCD fuel gauge and clock, and LED indicator lights.

SUZUKI GSF1250SK7 (Bandit 1250S)

Specifications

ENGINE TYPE
4-stroke, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC

BORE X STROKE
79.0 mm x 64.0 mm

DISPLACEMENT
1255cc

COMPRESSION RATIO
10.5 : 1

CARBURETION
36mm SDTV fuel injection

IGNITION
Electronic ignition (transistorised)

STARTER SYSTEM
Electric

LUBRICATION SYSTEM
Wet sump

TRANSMISSION
6-speed constant mesh

PRIMARY DRIVE RATIO
83/54 (1.537)

FINAL DRIVE RATIO
43/18 (2.388)

RAKE / TRAIL
25.2 degrees / 104 mm

SUSPENSION
FRONT
43mm telescopic forks, coil spring, oil damped, cartridge type, adjustable spring preload
REAR
Swingarm, link type, coil spring, oil damped, adjustable spring preload

WHEELS
FRONT
17M/C x MT3.50
REAR
17M/C x MT5.50

BRAKES
FRONT
Dual discs
REAR
Disc

TYRES
FRONT
120/70ZR17M/C, tubeless
REAR
180/55ZR17M/C, tubeless

FUEL TANK
19.0 litre

OVERALL LENGTH
2,130 mm

OVERALL WIDTH
790mm

OVERALL HEIGHT
1,480mm

WHEELBASE
1,480mm

SEAT HEIGHT
2-way adjustable 790 mm / 810 mm

DRY WEIGHT
225kg

WARRANTY
Two-year unlimited km

COLOUR
TBA

PRICE
TBA