Suzuki Bandit 650 SA vs MBS 656 (2018)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki Bandit 650 SAstacks up against the MBS 656. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki Bandit 650 SAMBS 656
Model year20182001
Price
Engine656 cc656 cc
Horsepower85 hp125 hp
Torque62 Nm75 Nm
Weight155 kg
Seat height31 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity5.0 L4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. ABSDual disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABSSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Suzuki Bandit 650 SA vs MBS 656 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki Bandit 650 SA and the MBS 656 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki Bandit 650 SA brings 85 hp, while the MBS 656 counters with 125 hp at 155 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: