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@TheLoneTrader Жыл бұрын
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@privateer0561 Жыл бұрын
I had a 1999 Bandit 1200S for many years. It was the last year of carburetors, and it was cold-blooded as hell. It also felt like a potato was jammed in the exhaust. Shortly after I rolled it out of the dealer and discovered this, I went online and bought a Holeshot Performance Stage 2 kit by Dale Walker with new jets, twin individual oval filters, a 5-degree ignition advancer, and a jet hot ceramic coated pipe with Holeshot Performance exhaust can/muffler. It was stunning how different the bike performed. I believe it was a 20 rear wheel increase in hp, and it ran perfectly from cold. It was all bolt-on and completely worth the money. Walker knows what he's doing, and I'm not alone in this opinion.
@TheLoneTrader Жыл бұрын
@@privateer0561 Holeshot is a fantastic company. I used them for my ZRX tuning. Even worth the money getting stuff imported from them into the UK.
@jonass9614 жыл бұрын
I used to watch this video many times before getting a Bandit, both because of the sound quality and the narration. This video did its part to motivate me to get a Bandit 12 of my own lol.
@RRRRefuelRideRaceАй бұрын
Cool. I like it too. Recently I got the 650. Havent filmed it yet. Drop by bro, you may like my content. Cheers.
@maskedmotorsdiy35756 жыл бұрын
I first rode one of these in 1998, and had the same impressions as you. Good to see your 20-year-old 1200 is still out there making that famous GSX-R oil-cooled noise.
@BenSuzi19807 жыл бұрын
Bandit from 2000 here, i love it. i had 2 1200's and 2 600's. They are alot of fun, u can repair anything on ur own, enough power, good handling, comfortable. Most cars underestimate this bike, but there are not many cars that can hold up if i pull the throttle to be honest. Great for beginners(600's) and alot of fun for more experienced riders (1200). i never had technical problems with them and i never feel like it hasn't enough power, 120hp(with an performance exhaust) is way enough in almost any situation !!!
@stefanmortem5623 жыл бұрын
6 years later, still a good review, still an awsome bike, i have the '95 600 an love every part of it
@kasparsbutlers9 жыл бұрын
I ride Mk1 600 Bandit - very nice. Love the "analog" feel of these older bikes and the ability to fix anything on it in your own garage. Keep the vids coming, we need more Mk1 Bandit videos on internet :)
@TheLoneTrader9 жыл бұрын
Cheers man. I plan to restore this bandit to its former glory so there will be plenty of updates on it. I don't think there's enough attention on the old school bargains that are out there. First step is new renthals and headlight. Then I'll get some tuning done! Glad you like the vid. I've got GSR600 and a Zx6r A2p coming up.
@bo440guitar8 жыл бұрын
you cant beat old school proper bikes, air cooled and carbs
@johna69686 жыл бұрын
bo440guitar oil cooled
@johna69685 жыл бұрын
@Gerry Cooney Air cooled, with an oil cooler
@TheLoneTrader4 жыл бұрын
You're not kidding. I'm now riding a ZRX-1100. Just as awesome and old school.
@LukeTPZ4 жыл бұрын
The Lone Trader Is the ZRX Better or worse than the Bandit?
@robertbaxter40214 жыл бұрын
I got a 650 oil/air cooled one
@PeterPrism6 жыл бұрын
First Bandit 1200n 1998 with carbs is a fantastic, beautiful and big bike with a perfect motor.
@pablogp93335 жыл бұрын
I´ve bought one two months ago and I´m in love with her...
@urbanfireblade8 жыл бұрын
I'm on my second Bandit now. 5 years after selling my '01 1200 naked i've got myself another, this time a 2005 1200S faired model and i absolutely love it. Your review is just spot on. My fave bit was 13.08, nice wheelie!
@menmentantan55915 жыл бұрын
Exactly. after this, Bandit were changed to liguid cooled smooth engine, with another 30KG
@gilesfarmer59538 жыл бұрын
Hi LT, Great review. Informative, eloquent, and well presented with a hint of mischief. I love these bikes, especially the early air/oil cooled ones, with engines reminiscent of those from a WW2 fighter plane. Brilliant racket, huge gobs of power, and a touch of hooligan thrown in.
@mathewwebb5225 жыл бұрын
Thanks for making such a great vid/review on this bike. You've made me both jealous and wanting one. Biggest bike I've owned ever was a CB 750 K. Loved it but think I would love this bike more. Thanks again.
@tomkinsey35787 жыл бұрын
Best description of the bandit I've heard so far. Down to the tea 👌🏻
@petergaul73318 жыл бұрын
Nice review. I've got a black '98 myself,..had it for 13 years and have unsuccessfully tried finding an excuse to buy a modern replacement. It never breaks down, always starts up(even after 10 month of having sat), has plenty enough power with a BOS exhaust, that great sound.......it is really hard to beat
@daniellander19644 жыл бұрын
great review ! I still have my 98 1200 that I had since new. Over 50,000 miles on it and still runs good. Although I am considering tearing it apart over winter and putting a 1216 kit in. Service my Works Performance shock, and front forks (has Racetech gold valves and springs. ) All new bearings and just go over everything. It is worth more than the resale value, and she's just a keeper.
@MANIKO58 жыл бұрын
I'm looking at getting a Bandit for my first proper bike, after riding my little12 plate ybr for a year. I'm 35 now and it's about bloody time I got off my arse and sorted my licence. Loved the video.
@carreteras1016 жыл бұрын
excellent review and commentary! i've owned many suzuki oil-cooled engines, and they are an absolute blast, with easy maintenance. i'm from the USA, so watching the riding/driving on the opposite side is totally foreign, but also fun. cheers
@stevenandrews73049 жыл бұрын
Great vid, after years of sportsbikes and then giving up riding for some years, I came back by getting on an old 1200 bandit, the K1 is still a great bike, very similar to the 1st gen. It was later on they really changed. You hit the nail on the head with your review, really enjoyed watching. Thanks.
@TheLoneTrader9 жыл бұрын
Michael Andrews Thanks. As an everyday road bike that is still fun it's hard to beat. I've not ridden the K1 but glad to know it still has it's mojo. The 1250 was a great bike but just seemed a bit to grown up haha. I've posted a new vid if you're interested: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rLNmY7h6yZ3JkX0.html
@rickbarbosa3449 жыл бұрын
The Lone Trader ha. indeed.
@stickman80058 ай бұрын
The noise the power! Probably the best educational video I’ve watched on this icon of a bike! 1200cc naked power genuinely one of my favourites ❤️
@shinethelight014 жыл бұрын
Music to my ears! Love the sound of that oil cooled engine through the Delkevik exhaust!
@nazzers27948 жыл бұрын
Just passed my bike test and hopefully getting a 650 bandit, yours sounds immense!
@bradmacdowell65838 жыл бұрын
Nice review! I've got a 2006 Yamaha FZ6 and an '88 Ninja ZX600, both inline-4. I love the top end power and sound of them but videos like this make me want a bigger cc bike, something more torquey. Nice roads there and great riding!
@davehall14067 жыл бұрын
had a 1200sx for 16 years and. 50k miles still feels tight . change the oil at 2k and do valves and carb balance at 5 to 6k. just keep a forensic eye out for cycle part corrosion. Good sensible vid cheers.
@marcready63692 жыл бұрын
I have recently fallen in love with this bike and i really enjoyed your review. Thanks. :)
@Adikxx9 жыл бұрын
mate this is a quality review,I've been waiting for proper 1st gen bandit review for ages,thanks very much!!! If you somehow have access to other bikes please review zrx1200r! Regards
@citizenseventies67383 жыл бұрын
Picking up a Mk1 Bandit 1200 tomorrow - It has done 66000 miles but owned by a mature gent who has had it a very long time and regularly serviced it so it doesn't arouse concern, plus I am getting it for 1100 notes. Can't wait !
@stevemurphy54676 жыл бұрын
Cool review - looking at getting a '98 1200 Bandit so perfect run through - thanks
@Virusman265 жыл бұрын
I've just started riding at 40 and my brother has kindly started teaching me on his 98 Bandit. I loved the raw feel of the bike, and wasn't quite prepared for how much in would love it. His ZZR 1400 is a much better bike, but doesn't have the same "feel" to it.
@ronwhite85033 жыл бұрын
Had my '98 1200 since 2007 and I still love it. The ART can makes it howl....a real bike for me.
@richardburn92214 жыл бұрын
This is my favorite review on the bandit. Well done!!
@a_maze_snaps8 жыл бұрын
My favourite suzuki bandit video of the whole internet. If you have a chance make a video of this bike just for fun so we can listen to it more please.
@TheLoneTrader8 жыл бұрын
+Adrian Maziarz I'll be resuming the videos soon as the seasons have finally started to turn. I've got plenty to do on the Bandit and a new sound recorder so it should sound even better than before. First up is a clutch upgrade and handlebar replacement. I have also just gotten hold of a lovely ZX12R and will be picking up a Triumph Sprint ST1050 so stay tuned for some new vids. I'm going to try keep things to 10-15 mins and refine the format a bit. There's a lot of butthurt people on the GSR-600 video so it should be interesting.
@Coversbymonsters7 жыл бұрын
great review, wondering if i should get one, you convinced me friend. I'm not sure if I should get a mk1 or 2, but have been told to steer clear of '01 and '02 models due to the engine eating up oil issue. Would you recommended a particular model ? Cheers, Pierre from Québec
@eggsjackarmy96 жыл бұрын
Cracking review, good sound quality too!! Looking forward to getting mine out this summer, thank you
@davidrochow93827 жыл бұрын
thanks for the review.I live in South Australia and I am thinking about buying 1 and your review has been very helpful.
@champ88992 жыл бұрын
What a great review!! such a nice bike,I just got one that was wrecked and look forward to when I can try it.
@MrBoybergs3 жыл бұрын
Very nice review. Gotta love the older bikes. Btw; anyone else immediately thought of the old Baron videos when we cut to the riding through London clips?
@Arjan-re7lr9 жыл бұрын
Nice review! I own the same bandit and recognize a lot of your criticism. It is really a lot of fun to drive, even after I owned several faster bikes like a 600 Thundercat and ZXR750. But on the road this is perfect for in The Netherlands and Germany.
@adamdrives3655 жыл бұрын
Love my 98 1200s. I am a novice rider and the suspension is adequate for me. Finished a 2.5 hour long trip this summer and had a great time. Looking at a gsxr 750 now although I am pleased with the power my bike makes.
@conbry63882 жыл бұрын
8:25 'In case the fuel prices have gone absolutely mental since then' Me sat here in the summer of 2022, shoulders heaving as I stifle tears.
@davemoore53 Жыл бұрын
Loved your video mate especially the mid-talk wheelie🤣 on an even better note I've recently bought a mk1 1200N with just 7000 miles on it - can't wait for next summer 🙂
@grabir01 Жыл бұрын
Good find for sure!!
@bradychurchill332013 күн бұрын
Funny thing, I have been looking for one of these bikes and came across your video. I knew something looked really familiar at the beginning of the video. And when I seen you come down the road by the hospital I knew exactly where you were. I live in the same town. I will be checking out all of your videos!
@ConnieRyder8 жыл бұрын
Genius video -- well done. I'm looking to pick up a low mile (23k miles) '98 myself this month. This bike defies reason -- a few bikes have better stats (1/4 mile, wet #, tech), but they just don't have that balance and visceral feel that your video captures so well. Nicely done.
@ernestchitwood49713 жыл бұрын
Bought mine 8 mouths ago , i can't put my finger on it why i love it , Easy to ride slow or fast , Easy to maintain, It dives on the brakes , wobbles in a bend with the power on , With my FZR 1000 EXUP i could not use all the power because it was all in the top of the rev range , 1200 bandit just twist the throttle any gear and off you go , Just FUN
@ernestchitwood49712 жыл бұрын
Hi again , 18 mouth on I still have my 1200 bandit s and still love it , I've changed the exhaust for a full system black widow , road legal, just right for the image, lol , belly pan crash bars, and progressive springs for the forks , the feeling after a ride stays with me for week until next weekend , yes it's a weekend toy and I love it , can't see myself selling it ,
@Chilenglish9 жыл бұрын
Great video and commentary. The bike sounds fantastic looking forward to more of your vids
@TheLoneTrader9 жыл бұрын
craig wilson Thanks for your feedback. I aim to please. The next vid is up if you're interested: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rLNmY7h6yZ3JkX0.html
@snirge8 жыл бұрын
Really enjoyable review - loved it, I've got one and agree with everything.
@jellethegreatest6 жыл бұрын
I've got an Honda Cbr600rr which I use as a daily commuter. Bought the Bandit 1200 recently as a second bike because it was so cheap.. I hate to admit it, but I find the Suzuki much more enjoy to drive. The engine is insane: smooth, powerful and its sound heavenly.
@RRRRefuelRideRaceАй бұрын
A well done video. Enjoyed. Got the 650 as a second bike. I like it a lot. Cheers bro.
@stanbest3743 Жыл бұрын
The Suzuki engineers admired the Merlin installation in the Spitfire which has equal sized oil and water coolers.. Air cooled is actually oil cooled.
@neilcole48448 жыл бұрын
Yes I had one of those and it was great fun lots of lovely low down torque!!
@michaelheiss4456Ай бұрын
I bought a brand new Bandit GSF1200S in '01 and it was the most fun bike I ever had ridden . It wasn't the fastest or quickest , but it would take me anywhere I wanted to go and comfortable doing it . I put a couple of performance modifications recommended by my buddy that was a pit crew mechanic for the Suzuka GP Circuit for Suzuki . These mods woke this engine up with a Yoshimura carbon fiber exhaust system . Wish I never sold that bike . It was sweet ! Later on I bought a '02 Naked version and blew it up . I bought a new engine and modded the engine and it would wheelie any time I twisted the throttle . Loved this one too . Thanks for the video .
@markbrown41275 жыл бұрын
Ridden that road a million times, through Balcome to Burgess Hill :) Happy days!
@yishay839 жыл бұрын
Very nice review on the bandit ! Waiting for your next review
@TheLoneTrader9 жыл бұрын
yishay83 Thanks. I really appreciate it. Next vid is up: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rLNmY7h6yZ3JkX0.html
@stealthypope8 жыл бұрын
+The Lone Trader Any more reviews in the future?
@grabir01 Жыл бұрын
I have this bike. It will do over 110mph in 2nd gear. It is a Hooligan bike. It will kill a beginner or intermediate rider although the intermediate rider may live a little longer. If you are an older mature advanced pilot with tons and tons of experience riding motocross race and street bikes, you will love the Bandit 1200 series bikes. The single biggest power upgrade I have found is to simply remove the stock muffler and run only the collector. The increase in power is off the charts!! Wear ear plugs, enjoy the glorious sound when it gets on the pipe!! Wow!! And try not to get arrested... Enjoy!!
@johnb5352 Жыл бұрын
100% correct.I’m 60 yrs young & have been messing about with bikes all my life.Mainly 2 strokes from the 70s -Yamaha RD’s&Kawasaki triples.+ a fair few motocrosser’s ,CR500’s,Ktm’s etc. Just recently I found myself getting a bit bored with them-tired of being nearly shaken off them due to the old school near non existent suspension & the expansion pipe noise that I used to love finally got on my nerves. So I bought myself a 96 mk1 1200 with the usual mods-seat,pipe,motocross bars etc & I absolutely love it. Smooth,powerful & quick as f#ck if you want it to be.Comfortable & the handling & brakes are fantastic to me compared to the old stuff I’m used to.Also cheap as chips in comparison.I paid £1900,which is an absolute bargain compared to the 3 to 12k + the old strokers go for these days.
@SB-vb8ch4 жыл бұрын
To be fair it shouldn't be left behind in a drag with an early 2000s 600, certainly not below 120mph, they aren't the most powerful thing but do deliver best part of 120bhp with a decent can & a good setup. Just over 200kg so not silly heavy either just no point in revving the conkers off them as the softy cams & lower compression removes top end. A head skim bumps the compression up & tweaks the cam timing to move the power up the range which works well. Decent pads & braided hoses sorts the brakes, decent fork springs & oil plus a decent rear shock sorts out pretty much all of the shortcomings! I know as that is exactly what my '96 has! Huge bang for your buck & the noise with a decent can is great (Yoshi RS3 gets my vote!).
@MuscleBandit3 жыл бұрын
I thought the same about the drag comment. I share a garage with my pal who has a 1999 CBR600f and he certainly cannot outdrag me, ever! Great review though.
@MHLivestreams27 күн бұрын
I fancy making a hardtail chop out of one, great machines.
@stillbreeze992 жыл бұрын
Great channel,, enjoy seeing the older "real world" bikes.
@davidpyper828 жыл бұрын
As if I had reviewed it myself very good opinion and review good man
@sam73mck4 жыл бұрын
Well, I was undecided with regards to buying one. Been teetering for a while but you’ve swung me. Got a 1997 model firmly in my sights.
@MrCimexman9 жыл бұрын
I have a 1999 1200 Bandit and it does very well keeping tabs on my Mates R1. The bike just breeds confidence, as you say in your review the front end can jiggle but it always feels safe. I have always maintained that the bike has more performance than I can give it so while still powering on, there is a safe limit there
@MrCimexman9 жыл бұрын
MrCimexman Also the bike has done ove r43000 miles and still runs sweetly
@icantrideslow5 жыл бұрын
Mate that was a fricking close call at 6:23 :O great review!
@rgochina4 жыл бұрын
Love, love old Bandit's! Had 5 of them, best bikes 👍
@timsretirementjourney83233 жыл бұрын
Nice bike and sounds incredible. Mine's even more old-school than that being a '88 Katana 1100 (GSX1100F) but even at around 115,000 km still runs great and pulls like a freight train.
@user-wx5sd3td6v2 ай бұрын
I have a mk1 1200 N Love it. After riding old BMW'S and evo Harley's for years it's a blast to ride. Great review recommend to anyone 👍
@1Scott99Cross19 жыл бұрын
Great video and beautiful scenery!
@atthesummitMTBskills5 жыл бұрын
Loved my 89 gsxr1100 now on the lookout for a bandit 12. Don’t say bad range, I get about 80miles before the light come on on my Harley. Anything that goes more than a 100miles to a tank is good in my book. Great review, thanks
@brandon524918 жыл бұрын
19:01-19:10 That sound...
@TheLoneTrader4 жыл бұрын
The key to my heart.
@tomreinhard89164 жыл бұрын
thank you so much for that timemark! didn't count how often I used it
@romainm22713 жыл бұрын
@@TheLoneTrader Hi whose exhaust have you got on your B12 ?
@marks27312 жыл бұрын
I have a ‘98 GSf600, and I love it. Cost me a fortune over the last few years. It is the best I have every owned.
@TheLoneTrader2 жыл бұрын
How has it cost you? They usually stand up to abuse pretty well.
@Jandejongjong2 жыл бұрын
Been looking for other 1200 video’s but you’re is best;)
@TheLoneTrader2 жыл бұрын
I do my best!
@hotrodsgarage5 жыл бұрын
Great review of a fantastic bike. Bravo!
@leeengelsman63569 жыл бұрын
That thing is an absolute honey, It will spoil you for anything else and ooohh what sound!
@azmike19564 жыл бұрын
Wheelie meister! I miss my '01 Bandit. Holeshot stage ll, Yoshi header, Gixxer 1100 intake cam, airbox work with K & N! Other tweeks too.✌
@UrAverageGamerHD2 жыл бұрын
got my 1200 maybe 4 months ago. put some TLC into it. love every second of it. never selling it
@TheFatLobster2 жыл бұрын
Got myself a 2003 Bandit 1200 after watching this video and couldn't agree more. There's just something special about the visceral analog feel the bike has.
@fumancu86258 жыл бұрын
dude that sounds so nice!! i've got a 1250 and am waiting for an exhaust to arrive :p i live in sussex too! thought those roads looked familiar ;)
@thegazwaz6409 жыл бұрын
Great review thanks. I'm 45 and only past my test 2 years ago. I've had an RF600 for the past year and a half but just sold it to buy a Bandit 1200. Been looking at the 1250 07+ but I'm finding myself more leaning towards a later pre water cool model. Looking forward to feeling all that torque. Cheers Gaz
@TheLoneTrader9 жыл бұрын
TheGazWaz Thanks for the comment. The 1250 is a bloody good bike and more powerful too but it's a bit less "up for it" in the way it feels. The problem with the pre-watercooled models is finding one in good condition for a decent price. They rust and corrode like nothing else. Good luck in your search. They certainly are out there.
@davemoore53 Жыл бұрын
@@TheLoneTrader w Had been looking for a clean mk1 for a while and found one that had been in storage for years with just 7k miles on it - went fishing for mackerel and caught a shark, what a blast!
@johan.dooren4 жыл бұрын
This could be my next Bike! Looks like lot of fun.
@kierenleak65219 жыл бұрын
great video, i started out on a bandit 600 mk1 when i passed me test few years ago, ive been doing up a mk1 1200 97 for the last 2 years, its nearly ready for the road, just having the carbs ulter sonic clean, like you said in the video the bandit 1200 only got 5 gears is strange because the 600mk1 has 6, easy enough to work on, only thing i will say is if your buying a bandit b12 is check the headers and join on the exhaust as that's where they go, plus back brake is crap if honest gets all the crap from the raod salt ect can be a nightmare to get the potions out if anything like mine, as when i bought mine was a mess if honest and i payed £920 from london keep the video coming
@kvarnerinfoTV9 жыл бұрын
Nice review. I own 2004 1200 Bandit and I love it :)
@savxssfan8 жыл бұрын
Your review is quite nice. Thanks for that
@888jackflash3 жыл бұрын
I am a Bandit 12 pro. BEST OVERALL STREETBIKE EVER MADE. My current '98 has 160,000 miles on it, runs better than new. But like Clark Kent, it needs to be pulled out the Phone Booth. Simple motor work- JE 1216cc pistons, Ivan jetting, Yoshimura pipe, light head-porting - and it gives 120 HP-84 ft/lbs at the wheel. (Stock is 98 hp / 72ft/lb). CHANGE THE SUSPENSION, and Superman comes out swinging. This is a bike HUNGRY for Upgrading. I LOVE MY GSF1200!!
@rohanc32852 жыл бұрын
My dad has a bandit like this and he went round the outside of a gixer who had his knee down with me on the back😂
@keltthomas84766 жыл бұрын
The day I passed my test I got a bandit 1200 I've been on it for 9 years now and still love it it really dose teach you how to ride proper and u learn very fast on how quick the bandit can and will kill you if u ride like a prat
@leeengelsman18553 жыл бұрын
So true they can be dangerous but this is great for tempering feelings of invincibility.
@tizzlekizzle5 жыл бұрын
These are great bikes...great daily driver and keeps things exciting.
@TheTopGhia9 жыл бұрын
I agree with all you have said, they are great bikes. I missed mine so much i bought it back again 3 years later and paid the same as i had taken for it. Check out your bars though they are twisted mate.
@bulletz9280 Жыл бұрын
People say about them that "it's a bike that's not good at anything" but my experience with naked Suzukis, whether it's a GS500, GSF600 or 1200, is they're all fantastic for having fun within the speed limits in a way that nothing else is. Give them some mild suspension upgrades and they'll outperform just about anything. I turned a GS500 into a street scrambler which shaved a lot of weight, the resulting performance improvement was very surprising and to this day it's hands down one of the best bikes I've ever owned.
@spokebloke1 Жыл бұрын
I bought a 1250 6mths ago, and I love it. I've always had v-twins, and the smoothness of the in-line 4, the hugs gobs of usable torque, along with the upright riding position all have me hooked! Yes, it's not truly 'fast', but as a road bike, putting it through a nice set of corners just puts that big grin on your face. My commute is a 250km round trip on highway, with one really great section of mountain range to go down in the morning and then up in the afternoon. The Bandit is perfect for this. With peak torque only a couple of hundred revs above what she sits on at the speed limit, there's no need to drop down. Just keep it in 6th, check over the shoulder, wind the throttle on and enjoy the train-like pull!
@tomreinhard89164 жыл бұрын
Awesome clean video, Sir!
@HALFBREEDMUGEN9 жыл бұрын
I have a k2 bandit and its perfect for the narrow San Francisco streets
@zhyLTU4 жыл бұрын
This video is the reason for my recently purchased Bandit b12 1200s
@TheLoneTrader4 жыл бұрын
I hope it lives up to expectations
@ChrisyC5678 жыл бұрын
Brilliant, you made me feel i was riding.. ;)
@user-df3dw2nc2m4 ай бұрын
I have a 97 1200s. Modified air box and a five degree timing advance kit. And kerker exhaust pipe. Has 24,000 miles. It was my first motorcycle and I love it. It's hard to keep the front wheel on the ground. Just wish it had a six speed and a higher rev limit
@MHLivestreams27 күн бұрын
Swap it out for gsxr engine and cdi if you like. 6 speed, wild cam and ignition as standard.
@deadandburied7626 Жыл бұрын
Got my original 1996 one still. Good fun as you say.
@johnb5352 Жыл бұрын
Great review,super accurate.Never a truer word spoken about sports bikes too!
@dylandale86798 жыл бұрын
Very Nice video. Definitely cemented my decision to buy one.
@lilRicky8916 жыл бұрын
When I was growing up my dad had the bandit 1200s but his was a 200mph monster on a stock chassis. which he ran with cut slicks and to this day he claims it's his favourite bike he's had. He's currently riding the b-king it makes me want to grab a bandit but I enjoy my cr450 supermoto to much atm.
@sunnaye17389 жыл бұрын
going to look at the 250 4 cylinder one this week , these bikes are soo amazing but not many people know about it. The one im looking at is yellow but after a week or so id spray the frame and fairings black for that all stealth look . Loved the video +1 subscriber
@Hatredkopter6669 жыл бұрын
Sonny m8 I had a 250 make sure it doesnt have carburettor issues
@hypo793 жыл бұрын
I love older bikes cause you have to really ride them, even youre doing only 100km/h, feels fast as hell ;) I ride 2004 1200s Bandit
@cluckcluck2001 Жыл бұрын
I've had a few of these. Bananas bike. One of the best bikes ever made FOR SURE. Sidecar racers used to use this engine widely - very reliable and NUTSO. I think the maximum speed I had out of mine was around 145mph coming home from Laguna Seca back in 2002....difficult to tell as my head was shaking in the wind a bit - hahahaa. GREAT "drag bike" - stop light to stop light - take a bit of masterful control, but I can't remember anything ever beating me 🙂
@motorbikeridesinqueensland94476 жыл бұрын
Great Video. What mic and sound gear do you use. I am trying to make some videos here in Bundaberg Ausi but not getting the quality of sound you are getting. With all the changes I make to mic setup's I still have too much noise. Would appreciate any help you could give me to the type of mic etc. Thank's for your time and videos.
@jayrider954 жыл бұрын
I love my 2002 Bandit!
@andrewnash43948 жыл бұрын
nice review after years of riding and band for 3 years for speeding at 50 + years old i found an old school all do all bike. I got a 1200 mk2, bit of a dog with 64k miles on 02 plate. i got it cheap to build the bike the way i wish to ride. for under 2k i now have a bike with 135 bhp, that handles on track days, good on long runs and stops like it hit a wall very esay to work on. Naked to make sure i don't live at 140mph + every time i ride. The bus really is no fun.!!!!
@jasonh32202 жыл бұрын
nice riding !! love the bike and thanks for sharing
@lucianisidro7 жыл бұрын
I had the exact same bike, but chopped it in for a brand new 2003 model. The 1200 K3 still has the same feel to it - that surge of torque from 30 to 80 - but not quite so much head-shaking and wallowing around. I have come very close to selling and getting a new bike many times, but every time I ride the 1200 Bandit I have a blast, so what's the point? Anyway, a great video. Please don't make any more, because you'll send the price up and I may want to buy another oldie!!! P.S. Yeah, I do wish I kept the old black one as it was more of a hooligan bike. However, my silver K3 is a wolf in sheep's clothing and an Oakland Raiders sticker just behind the seat keeps the faith. P.P.S. If I were going to get a new bike now, it would probably be one of the new Beemers - the R Nine-T Urban GS looks like a similar tool: 110 bhp, 85 ft Ibs of torque and apparently it sounds like a WWII Lancaster bomber!