Suzuki GSX 1100 EF (reduced effect) vs Suzuki GSF 1200 SA Bandit (1999)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSX 1100 EF (reduced effect)stacks up against the Suzuki GSF 1200 SA Bandit. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX 1100 EF (reduced effect)Suzuki GSF 1200 SA Bandit
Model year19871999
Price
Engine1135 cc1157 cc
Horsepower100 hp98 hp
Torque91 Nm
Seat height33 mm
Fuel capacity5.3 L5.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDual discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires110/90-16 / 130/90-17 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Suzuki GSX 1100 EF (reduced effect) vs Suzuki GSF 1200 SA Bandit — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX 1100 EF (reduced effect) and the Suzuki GSF 1200 SA Bandit usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX 1100 EF (reduced effect) brings 100 hp, while the Suzuki GSF 1200 SA Bandit counters with 98 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: