Suzuki Bandit 1250SA vs Honda CB1300S ABS (2014)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki Bandit 1250SAstacks up against the Honda CB1300S ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki Bandit 1250SAHonda CB1300S ABS
Model year20142012
Price
Engine1255 cc1284 cc
Horsepower99 hp
Torque114 Nm
Weight236 kg
Seat height32 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity5.0 L5.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. ABSDouble disc. 4-piston callipers. Anti-locking brakes (ABS)
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABSSingle disc. Anti-locking brakes (ABS)
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Suzuki Bandit 1250SA vs Honda CB1300S ABS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki Bandit 1250SA and the Honda CB1300S ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki Bandit 1250SA brings its published horsepower, while the Honda CB1300S ABS counters with 99 hp at 236 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: