BMW G 650 GS versus Suzuki GSX 1250 F

BMW G 650 GS

Adventure

Suzuki GSX 1250 F

Sporttourer

Used test of the small single-cylinder GS from 2012

We test a used BMW G 650 GS from 2012 and show you in this video what strengths and weaknesses the "little GS" has. With test drive, acceleration, technology and pros & cons etc. Test categories: 02:40 - Dimensions of the BMW G 650GS 03:49 - Cockpit... weiter

BMW G 650 GS im Test

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Powerful all-rounder with sporty genes

The Suzuki GSX 1250 FA is a bandit with full fairing, even if Suzuki does not like to hear the nickname "Bandit" on this model. It was built from 2010 and fell victim to the Euro 4 standard at the end of 2016. It's a pity, our author thinks, because all-round sports tourers... weiter

Suzuki GSX 1250 FA im Test

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Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2011 bis 2016

Built von 2009 bis 2016

RRP

RRP 8.990 €

Ausführliches Test-Video von Motorradtest.de

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Competitors

Pros:

light and manoeuvrable
uncomplicated
favorable consumption
solid workmanship
enough space for passenger

Pros:

bearish engine with powerful torque
Seating position suitable for travel
rich road holding, good wind protection
reliable bike without repair susceptibility
a lot of motorcycle for little money

Cons:

radiates little emotion

Cons:

a bit cumbersome in tight corners
unsuitable for novice drivers

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.477 mm
Length : 2.165 mm
Seat : 780 mm
Weight : 192 kg

Wheelbase: 1.485 mm
Length : 2.130 mm Height : 1.245 mm
Seat : 805 mm
Weight : 257 (max: 475 ) kg

Engine

Motor type unknown 1 Cylinder
Displacement: 652 ccm
Hub: 83 mm
Hole: 100 mm
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 5

Motor design: In-line four-cylinder 4 Cylinder
Displacement: 1.255 ccm
Hub: 64 mm
Hole: 79 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6

Performance

Maximum speed: 170 km/h
Performance: 48 HP at 6.500 U/Min
Torque: 60 NM bei 5.000 U/Min

Tank contents: 14 Litre

Maximum speed: 230 km/h
Performance: 98 HP at 7.500 U/Min
Torque: 108 NM bei 3.700 U/Min

Tank contents: 19 Litre
Consumption: 6 l
Reach: 345 km

Chassis

Frame type:
Bridges (steel)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm

Frame type:
Double loop (double loop tubular frame steel)

Front suspension:
Telescopic fork 43 mm (travel 130 mm)

Rear suspension:
Central strut (travel 136 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm

Tyres at the front: ZR
Rear tyres: ZR

Brakes

Rear brake
Disk

Front brake
Double disc (∅ 310 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 240 mm)

Conclusion - what gets stuck

The Suzuki GSX 1250 FA is an all-rounder in the best sense of the word. It can be driven sportily, is suitable for travel and is really fun on the country road and motorway. Due to its weight, high performance and chassis characteristics, it is certainly not a bike for beginners. Even small or petite people should look for another motorcycle.

Due to the technically rather simple equipment and a good production quality, the GSX 1250 FA is certainly one of the more reliable bikes. It can hardly break anything and all bandits have always had a reputation for doing their service uncomplicatedly for years without repairs. It is therefore ideally suited as a workhorse for the daily commute to work. If you want to buy a used GSX 1250 FA, you don't have to shy away from bigger mileages. The machines of this type are considered to be unbreakable.