Moto Guzzi Breva 1200 vs Suzuki Bandit 1200 N (2011)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi Breva 1200stacks up against the Suzuki Bandit 1200 N. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi Breva 1200Suzuki Bandit 1200 N
Model year20112004
Price$11,970
Engine1151 cc1157 cc
Horsepower92 hp97 hp
Torque96 Nm91 Nm
Weight231 kg214 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity6.1 L5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. 4 piston caliperDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. 2 piston caliperSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 120/60-17 / 180/55-17

Moto Guzzi Breva 1200 vs Suzuki Bandit 1200 N — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi Breva 1200 and the Suzuki Bandit 1200 N usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi Breva 1200 brings 92 hp in a 231 kg package, while the Suzuki Bandit 1200 N counters with 97 hp at 214 kg.

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: