Norton Atlas Ranger vs Suzuki Bandit GSF650S (2020)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Norton Atlas Rangerstacks up against the Suzuki Bandit GSF650S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecNorton Atlas RangerSuzuki Bandit GSF650S
Model year20202010
Price
Engine650 cc656 cc
Horsepower84 hp
Torque64 Nm
Weight178 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Full floating Brembo discs. Radially mounted twin Brembo monoblock callipers with ABS. Brembo master cylinder.Double disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Brembo twin piston rear calliper with ABS. Brembo master cylinder.Single disc
Tires120/70-19 / 170/60-17 120/70-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17

Norton Atlas Ranger vs Suzuki Bandit GSF650S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Norton Atlas Ranger and the Suzuki Bandit GSF650S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Norton Atlas Ranger brings 84 hp in a 178 kg package, while the Suzuki Bandit GSF650S counters with its own power figure.

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: