Suzuki GSF 1200 N Bandit vs Dayton E8 (2000)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSF 1200 N Banditstacks up against the Dayton E8. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSF 1200 N BanditDayton E8
Model year20001917
Price——
Engine1157 cc1157 cc
Horsepower98 hp—
Torque91 Nm—
Weight214 kg—
Seat height33 mm—
Fuel capacity5.0 L—
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed3-speed
Front brakesDual disc—
Rear brakesSingle disc—
Tires—3-28 / 3-28

Suzuki GSF 1200 N Bandit vs Dayton E8 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSF 1200 N Bandit and the Dayton E8 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSF 1200 N Bandit brings 98 hp in a 214 kg package, while the Dayton E8 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: