Suzuki Bandit 600 S vs Yamaha FZS 600 S (2004)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki Bandit 600 Sstacks up against the Yamaha FZS 600 S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki Bandit 600 SYamaha FZS 600 S
Model year20042000
Price
Engine599 cc599 cc
Horsepower78 hp95 hp
Torque54 Nm61 Nm
Weight208 kg189 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity5.3 L5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/60-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17

Suzuki Bandit 600 S vs Yamaha FZS 600 S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki Bandit 600 S and the Yamaha FZS 600 S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki Bandit 600 S brings 78 hp in a 208 kg package, while the Yamaha FZS 600 S counters with 95 hp at 189 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: