The iconic Bandit 1200 leaps on to centre stage with its total update covering everything from its appearance to the way it handles. There are an impressive range of changes geared to making the machine even more appealing to the masses. This version has an adjustable seat height, improved riding position and enhanced suspension and swingarms. A gutsy 1157cc four-cylinder engine delivers both versatility and power from this perfectly tuned all-rounder.
| Overall length: | 2130mm (83.9in) |
| Overall width: | 765mm (30.1in) |
| Overall height: | 1100mm (43.3in) |
| Wheelbase: | 1480mm (58.3in) |
| Seat height: | 785mm (30.9in) |
| Dry Mass: | 212kg (467.4lbs) |
| Fuel capacity: | 20.0litres (4.4gallons) |
| Engine capacity: | 1157cc |
| Engine: | 4-stroke, 4-cylinder inline, DOHC air-cooled with SACS |
| Bore: | 79.0 mm × 59.0 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Lubrication: | Wet sump |
| Ignition: | Electric |
| Fuel system: | MIKUNI BSR36 |
| Starter: | Electric |
| Transmission: | 5-speed constant mesh |
| Drive: | Chain |
| Front suspension: | 43 mm telescopic, coil spring, oil damped spring preload fully adjustable |
| Rear suspension: | Link type, coil spring, oil damped, spring preload 7-way adjustable |
| Front brakes: | 4-piston calipers, 310 mm dual discs |
| Rear brakes: | 1-piston caliper, 240 mm disc |
| Front tyres: | 120/60 ZR-17M/C (58W) |
| Rear tyres: | 180/55 ZR-17M/C (73W) |
