2008 Suzuki GSX650F

New Chassis

• All new full fairing design with styling cues taken from the high performance GSX-R series for a sport-inspired look with full fairing protection for the rider.
• New double cradle steel frame provides excellent balance, nimble handling a unmatched rider comfort with a sporty overall feel.
• New 41 millimeter forks are designed for a smooth ride and are preload adjustable for a variety of riding conditions.
• New rebound and preload adjustable rear shock works in conjunction with a link-type rear suspension for excellent road holding performance.
• New Tokico four piston front brake calipers are used with a 310 millimeter brake rotor for optimum braking performance and combined with a lightweight single piston rear caliper and a 240 millimeter rear brake disc.
• The Bandit 1250S features a sleek half fairing, with built in line-beam headlights, an effective windscreen and fairing mounted mirrors.
• Wide, comfortable one piece seat with low seat height for increased rider and passenger comfort.
• New GSX-R inspired instrument cluster includes a step motor driven tachometer, dual trip meters, reserve trip meter, clock, fuel gauge, and a useful gear position indicator.
• Compact fuel tank is designed for an easy reach to the handlebar with a narrow mid section while still retaining a full 5.0 gallons of fuel capacity.

New Engine

• All new, compact, liquid-cooled, fuel injected, DOHC 656 cubic centimeter engine utilizing a bore and stroke of 65.5 millimeter x 48.7 millimeter and featuring strong and easily accessible power and torque.
• Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve fuel injection system for smooth acceleration. Fuel injectors are compact and lightweight with four hole injectors for optimum fuel atomization and greater power output.
• The cylinder head achieves a narrow valve angle of 17 degrees intake and exhaust for high intake and exhaust efficiency.
• Cam profiles are chosen with an emphasis on low-to-mid range power output and help to deliver highly accessible performance that is well suited to an entry level rider.
• Piston rings are manufactured with ion plating treatment using Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) for a smoother surface, increased durability and reduced friction and reduced oil consumption.
• Suzuki Composite Electrochemical Material (SCEM) coated cylinders deliver high heat dissipation and allow for smaller piston to cylinder clearances.
• A large capacity exhaust system utilizes a high capacity catalyzer and an oxygen sensor to meet strict Euro 3 and Tier 2 emissions requirements while still providing strong performance throughout the rpm range.
• The GSX650F keeps cool with a high efficiency radiator combined with a 190 millimeter electric cooling fan controlled by the ECM and a high output water pump with a bearing-less design for reduced weight.
• New six-speed transmission works smoothly with a hydraulic clutch for crisp shifting in a variety of riding conditions.