Suzuki GSF 600 Bandit vs Ducati Monster 620 (2006)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSF 600 Banditstacks up against the Ducati Monster 620. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSF 600 BanditDucati Monster 620
Model year20012006
Price
Engine600 cc618 cc
Horsepower78 hp62 hp
Torque54 Nm41 Nm
Weight204 kg168 kg
Seat height32 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity5.3 L3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDual discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/60-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17 120/60-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17

Suzuki GSF 600 Bandit vs Ducati Monster 620 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSF 600 Bandit and the Ducati Monster 620 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSF 600 Bandit brings 78 hp in a 204 kg package, while the Ducati Monster 620 counters with 62 hp at 168 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: