Honda CB1100 RS vs Suzuki Bandit 1200S (2020)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB1100 RSstacks up against the Suzuki Bandit 1200S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB1100 RSSuzuki Bandit 1200S
Model year20202006
Price
Engine1140 cc1157 cc
Horsepower89 hp
Torque91 Nm
Weight212 kg
Seat height31 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity4.4 L5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Double disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Single-piston caliper. Single disc
Tires120/70-R17 / 180/55-R17

Honda CB1100 RS vs Suzuki Bandit 1200S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB1100 RS and the Suzuki Bandit 1200S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB1100 RS brings 89 hp, while the Suzuki Bandit 1200S counters with its own power figure at 212 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: