Suzuki Bandit 1250SA vs Honda CB-1 (1300)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki Bandit 1250SAstacks up against the Honda CB-1. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki Bandit 1250SAHonda CB-1
Model year20141991
Price
Engine1255 cc399 cc
Horsepower50 hp
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity5.0 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. ABSSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABSSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 110/70-17 / 140/70-17

Suzuki Bandit 1250SA vs Honda CB-1 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki Bandit 1250SA and the Honda CB-1 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki Bandit 1250SA brings its published horsepower, while the Honda CB-1 counters with 50 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: