Horex VR6 Roadster vs Suzuki Bandit 1250S (2015)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Horex VR6 Roadsterstacks up against the Suzuki Bandit 1250S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHorex VR6 RoadsterSuzuki Bandit 1250S
Model year20152012
Price$22,900
Engine1218 cc1255 cc
Horsepower161 hp97 hp
Torque137 Nm
Weight249 kg
Seat height32 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity4.5 L5.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. ABS. Radial 4-piston calipers.Double disc. 4-piston
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS. 2-piston caliperSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 190/55-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Horex VR6 Roadster vs Suzuki Bandit 1250S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Horex VR6 Roadster and the Suzuki Bandit 1250S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Horex VR6 Roadster brings 161 hp in a 249 kg package, while the Suzuki Bandit 1250S counters with 97 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: