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Suzuki Bandit 650S 2009
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11 December 2008 | |
Edgy new styling with sleeker headlights, newly styled frame covers, a slimmer tail light, newly shaped muffler ends and a newly styled cowling brings the Bandit 650S right up to date for 2009Newly designed instrumentation is built into a single sleek housing. An analogue tachometer is complemented by an LCD digital speedometer and an LCD fuel gauge and clock. Other indicators include lamps for neutral position, oil pressure, high beam, and water temperature and, for extra rider confidence, a gear-position indicator. On the Bandit 650S an aerodynamically efficient half-fairing incorporates stacked high-and low-beam multi-reflector headlights. The half-fairing also incorporates handy left-and right-hand storage bays for small items. Plus, newly designed rear view mirrors and turn-signal lights combine great style with function. Double overhead camshafts act directly on bucket tappets for smooth running and positive valve actuation at high revs. Race-proven Suzuki Composite Electrochemical Material (SCEM) plates the cylinders, promoting heat transfer and ring sealing while reducing blowby and mechanical losses. Suzuki’s Dual Throttle Valve (SDTV) fuel-injection system, an automatic Idle Speed Control (ISC) system, and a Pulsed-secondary AIR-injection (PAIR) system further promote power, fuel efficiency, and emissions performance. A six-speed transmission with a hydraulic clutch actuation system makes it easy to pull the clutch lever. The handlebars can be set in either of two positions, which are 10mm (0.4 inch) away from each other in line with the forks, and a system of reversible spacers allows the seat to be raised or lowered by 20mm. The clutch and brake levers each have four-position adjustability; they can be moved closer to or farther from the handlebars. The Bandit delivers total balance—a calculation that starts from a wheelbase of 1,470mm, rake of 26 degrees, and trail of 108mm. Plush front forks give 130mm of wheel travel, and the fork spring preload is adjustable. For the rear suspension, the Bandit has a single rear shock that works with a progressive, rising-rate link system designed to respond smoothly to road irregularities. Rear shock rebound damping and spring preload are adjustable. Fully floating dual 310mm front discs work with opposed-four-piston calipers. A single 240mm rear disc has a dual-piston caliper. An optional digitally controlled antilock braking system (ABS) matches stopping power to available traction. The Bandit’s 656cc, liquid-cooled engine delivers a finely tuned balance of power and torque with smooth, refined throttle response. Whether negotiating city traffic, passing slower vehicles on a motorway, or winding down a country road, you can count on easy forward thrust at the twist of a wrist.
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