Suzuki Bandit 600 Owners Review (Is it still worth buying)

The suzuki Bandit has been reviewed 100s of times since its launch in 1996 so here's another one but slightly different.
Enjoy my suzuki bandit road test drive review where I cover suzuki bandit: pro's & con's on my mk1 suzuki bandit gsf600n which is a reliable cheap motorcycle

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

This video is still getting views. Wow. I loved the Bandit but now I have a Royal Enfield Himalayan. Check out my other videos to see that

[@stevep9739]

Get another bandit then, that's why we're here!

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

@@stevep9739 There are too many bikes to try. I have another one coming today.

[@CptSlow89]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs Bandit 600s 2000 or FZS600 Foxeye 2003?

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

@@CptSlow89 I had a fazer. I preferred the Bandit. Now I have a Himalayan and vfr800

[@PaddyOutback]

When you're overtaking cyclists, you need to drop two gears. Otherwise, you don't give them enough of a fright.

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

😄 my bikes only quiet when I'm cruising at 60

[@scottlochans4180]

Whenever I met delivery riders, L plates 125, I'd let them rev my, my late beloved 650 Bandit, immediate throttle response, freaked them all, kinda shock n awe nice to pass on Bandit's, engine made by ex biker wizards, Superbness. Professor Bandit 650 B.T.E.out., Bandit Torque ENJOYMENT only, nothing technical.

[@ramsn1971]

Bandit 600 is very good bike and much underrated. Over 5 years of daily riding, I put close to 100K miles on my 96. It still has the same compression. A standard sport touring bike with great performance, light, durable, comfortable, fun to ride, parts are cheap, fast enough for me.

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

100k miles is good going. I think its very comfortable & it eats up the miles easily

[@andydykstra10]

i bought a bandit 600 as my first bike back in october, love the thing. 25 years old, pretty grumpy when getting started up but when it runs its beautiful! so smooth and i couldnt be happier with it. really happy when i stumble across videos about it!

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

My Bandit is grumpy when getting started too but runs smooth when it's warmed up. Im making a video about what the bike is worth soon. I was offered money from a dealer, private buyer & I was offered other bikes for it

[@andydykstra10]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs same here, once I turn that choke off at get going it's beautiful to ride. I'd love to see how much it's worth, I bought mine from $1500 CAD, it's mostly stock except for the exhaust and the headlight(s)!

[@vicyanidech.o.535]

I'm actually thinking of getting a Bandit 600s 1996 with full defense on two sides as my first bike, I mean... I don't plan by any means to drop it, but finding one with those defences is very rare in my country and will help if that occurs to me somehow. I think I'm getting more and more confident with acquiring one of this beautys to be my all rounder bike.

[@Theunprogrammed1]

Same

[@jamesoulton4878]

Just been looking at one with 5000 miles on today. This review has been very helpful. Thank you

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

5000? What year is it? That's incredible I have a whole play list about the Bandit if you want to check it out. I have a fazer now and I actually regret it

[@techElephant]

Thanks for that, good little review - mine is a 2008 GSF650S Bandit over in Hong Kong - bought her in 2015 as the second owner - also a great bike, solidly built and perfectly adequate for pretty much anything.

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

I agree. They can do pretty much anything & are fast enough.

[@dave8204]

I've had my 2005 reg (one of the last ones) Bandit 600 for 8 years now and it's just coming up to 59,000 miles,it's used almost every day and without the pandemic it would have been more like 64,000 by now. When I bought it it was low mileage and immaculate and cost me £2000. A woman at work knocked it off of it's stand with her car and her insurance company paid me £2000 and let me keep the bike as long as I got it MOT'd to prove it was roadworthy. All I did was straightened the handlebars and bought a new indicator and mirror,the rest was cosmetic. Basically a free bike,albeit now a Cat D write off. It's a but scruffy and clunky now,the gearbox isn't great but its never let me down,it has however always been properly maintained . The only weak spot has been the exhaust,it's on it's 4th silencer and the joint between the downpipes and the rear exhaust has been welded 4 or 5 times. Parts are very cheap now and loads and loads of them on eBay. I've been riding for 45 years,never had a car, and have had over 30 bikes,I really like the Bandit,fits me perfectly ,totally reliable and comparatively cheap to run.

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

My neighbour knocked my bike over & it only damaged the clutch lever. She gave me £20 & I let her off. It is a good bike. Very comfortable, very reliable. Thanks for watching.

[@PhilOsGarage]

Bandits make great all rounders, the additional benefit is that if for any reason you don't like it you can always sell them on, so there really isn't a risk.

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

I bought it for about £800 & have spent a bit of money on a new chain & sprocket, sorted out the calipers & fork seals. I might sell it for around £1k

[@raiemie7365]

bought mine last year at 12000 km for 3.3k, it was in perfect condition, the only thing bothering me are the carbs, the bike seems not to like short rides and cold weather but I am pleased, it’s also very easy to work on honestly !

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Congratulations. You'll have lots of fun.

[@exeterrider]

In the 90s when i were a bay, I used to have a honda poster "1993 line up" and your bike was my favourite one. They are still stonkingly good bikes if you can find a good one like yours. Unfortunately most of them were ragged and left out in the rain. It goes to show you don't need to spend alot to get a really good bike. 80HP is more than enough for the road. I personally have ridden so many 120HP plus bikes now I really don't see the point in them on the road. Just too much and end up holding them back all the time= boring or put your licance on the line. although nice to have the cruising power. Good video. Epic bike Epic Adam.

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

That's a nice thought. I had a toy ninja, thats why I bought one but I wasn't happy with it. You can ride the tits of a 600 Bandit if you know how. Its enough for me. I'll like to race other Bandits on a track some day.

[@gestoandlane]

Always loved the bandits myself...and although I joked about the BHP in someone else's comment I actually think 80 is quite enough depending on the actual bike and it's use.

[@paulbudford]

You can often see a pattern on older bikes. The miles go down. And then they are sold. It's great you still like it.

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

I love it. Its mechanically good. Needs a bit of cosmetic work doing but I'll get to that

[@gestoandlane]

We're really liking the direction you're taking with your channel. Interesting vid :D

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Cheers. Im going to a haunted house next

[@WildOn2sVlog]

Always has been a solid bike and keeps on truckin for years if maintained well. My brother has one for ages

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

It doesn't show any signs of dying. Oil window is a bit milky but that's probably because I do short commutes. It clears up when I do longer rides.

[@stephenplatt2078]

Thanks for that, Stephen.

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

No problem Stephen

[@razrazraz476]

just bought another bandit 650s 2005 . solid bike, cheap parts and cheap insurance in france. great bike for what i want. great vids mate well done 👍

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Thanks. I really love the bike. I want to ride a 1200 Bandit. Thanks for subscribing

[@jackmatt1022]

Got a ‘99 bandit 600 for my first big bike and I like it very much 😁

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Awesome. It's a fantastic bike

[@jackmatt1022]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs definitely and for the price 800€ it just needed brakepads/dot4 fresh oil/filter and a new back tyre cost me total 1050€ 😁 great bike for such little price amazing

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

@@jackmatt1022 I tried booking my Bandit in for a rear tyre today but the garage is too busy. I've ridden the Bandit on all sorts of roads. Feel free to check out other videos of mine to see

[@jackmatt1022]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs I sure will 👊🏼

[@marksaunderson3042]

I have a 1998 one. Under 25k miles. No fuel gauge, no gear indicator, (apart from neutral) no clock. No ABS. No frills. If the air temperature drops below 0c the carbs ice up and it misfires and dies. The carb heaters work, without them it dies about 5c. So many negatives. It’s mine, I love it. Never selling it. I have had people take photographs of mine when it is parked, and pedestrians say ‘nice bike.’ Big, heavy, slow. Mine. Best bike I ever had.

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

My Bandit was the best bike I've ever had. I'm going to try a few more before I get another one though

[@NooBiker]

Beautiful looking bike. Nice review. Best advice for anyone thinking about buying any bike: go try one out. Don't buy something off a magazine or internet review.

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Yes, I say at the end that if you're interested in buying one, you should sit on one & see if it fits you.

[@NooBiker]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs Exactly! Great advice.

[@ReevyMotovlogs]

That bike is older than me and still looks like it's in great condition!

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Its decent. Looks better on camera than up close

[@zumerzetbiker2442]

A Good video on a good bike for its age you got a good one. was down your neck of the woods Last Monday delivering P.P.E. To Northam Near Bideford lovely area one of my Favourite areas to visit .

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

I would have brought you a mug of coffee if I knew. Its a great bike.

[@TinManvlogger]

You did good SON 👍 I’ve never ridden one But I’ve never heard a bad word said against them so sounds a good solid ride 😊

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

They are very basic but won't let you down

[@rainbowsixsiegegetrashbag3102]

I have a 97 bandit almost exact as yours but gas tank is black, first bike and I'm in love 100% worth it in my opinion

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Im still happy with it 1 year later. It just passed its mot with zero problems & I've put on the miles this year

[@rainbowsixsiegegetrashbag3102]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs that's amazing to hear, now I have more confidence in my bike lol. I'll check up in about a year

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

@@rainbowsixsiegegetrashbag3102 I got the brake calipers serviced before hand but that's all.

[@banditbeggers533]

Great video mate. Always loved the bandit. Looking at getting 1 for my first bike next year. First big bike should I say as doing my das next year

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Cheers. You won't regret it

[@banditbeggers533]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs thank you

[@hotpileofloser1275]

Thinking of getting one of these when I get my A2 and just restricting it, solid video mate 👍

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Cheers. Plenty of Bandits around. I made a video called 'everything you should know' I cover things to watch out for when you're buying a Bandit.

[@hotpileofloser1275]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs legend I'm gonna watch it now

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Update. My Bandit just passed its MOT with zero advisories.

[@hussenmazen8036]

So it stopped working why

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

@@hussenmazen8036 it didn't stop working. Its been perfectly fine the whole time I've owned it

[@hussenmazen8036]

Oh sorry man I had no idea what MOT is I thought it died turned out to be a test So I want to get a 250 suzuki bandit I am just scared coz she is kinda old but in a good shape

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

@@hussenmazen8036 mot is a safety test. Good luck with your motorcycle

[@Jesusprayerwarriorbw]

I wish we could add abs. I've slid mine a few times in traffic.

[@stephenplatt2078]

I am trying to get the Parts, to build one, Stephen.

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Good luck. Parts are easy to find

[@SAM-zt2uy]

Having not had a bike for 7 years got a mk1 600 that was rattle can Matt black for commuting and 10 months later it’s been awesome it’s done 47mpg average gets me to work and living on the edge of Derbyshire it’s got more than enough grunt to get round the Peak District on days off, also old enough and simple enough todo maintenance yourself

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

3rd gear is magical on country roads 😆. I think the oil filter can be difficult to remove but other than that maintenance is ok

[@SAM-zt2uy]

Last few oil changes I’ve done I’ve paid the little bit extra for a “racing” filter exactly the same as a normal one other than a 17mm nut on the front of it so makes it super easy to remove.

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

@@SAM-zt2uy I'll remember to get one of those next time

[@JustinD93]

Honestly Bandits are incredible, fun, cheap bikes. From my personal experience of owning 19 bikes, soon to be 20 bikes over a 10 year period and my god theirs something amazing about bandit 600's... So much so my 20th bike is gonna be my 4th Bandit 600 that I've owned. They are pennies to buy, pennies to run and a doddle to work on. Yes they only do under 140mph. One of mine did 135mph but that's plenty fast enough for a naked bike.. Realistically now after years of owning superbikes too, you cannot use the full power of the bike... Due to either traffic, speed cameras or tractors... So a good all round realistic cheap bike is the Bandit 600. Yes there is faster more comfy bikes. But seriously if you want a cheap bit of fun, get a bandit. If you know how to ride them properly and have balls to ride it enthusiastically then they are satisfying. Enough said... Ohh and they are super reliable for such an old bike

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Agreed. I sold this bike and regretted it pretty quickly

[@JustinD93]

​@@EpicAdamMotovlogs yes they have crap brakes and are heavy but in my opinion they were more relaliable then even ZX6R and Thundercats and R6 5EB. Models I owned them all and reliability let them down. Bandits started and went anywhere at any given time... They are just one of the bikes that are great... Even though they are a pain sometimes lol

[@HippoDrones]

Great little owner review Adam.

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Thanks mate. I was trying to make it more personal rather than read out stats

[@HippoDrones]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs it showed, and also showed your riding style a bit which would encourage similar styles of riders! :-)

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

@@HippoDrones like overtaking vans on pedestrian crossings & doing 50 in a 30.

[@HippoDrones]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs No I meant not a hooligan, short shifting and riding well! :-)

[@HippoDrones]

(although the crossing was a little iffy lol)

[@BickMitchum]

They have a good rep there’s a reason why lots of schools use them !

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Definitely & they are so easy to ride & turn into a different bike in 3rd & 4th gear around 6000rpm

[@birddaddydetta]

My school uses one! Never lets me go past 4000 RPM though as they preach fuel efficiency

[@ronmcgovern6581]

I've had one for years. I'll never sell it.

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Unfortunately I sold mine. It was a huge mistake

[@sergioedgarsantos]

I haver One of 1996 with 78000KLM and i love it. Is a great bike.

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

It sure is. I'm about to go on a mini adventure on my Bandit. It's the winter but I know my bike will handle fine. Thanks for watching and commenting

[@scottlochans4180]

Was very lucky to turn down the chance to get a 07 CBR600RR, sight unseen, saw it wanted it, just sold. Gutted, Dancer, got a 2005 GSF 650 BANDIT, best bike ever, capable of close to 85mph, in 2nd gear, could never want or need to accelerate faster than my 650 Bandit. It died. Desperate to get another Bandit, need to be a 650 Bandit, so I would never yearn for a 1250 Bandit. 650 Bandit, more biking joy than, in 84 my GPZ750turbo, heard first production bike any size to do standing quarter mile 10 seconds, got mine up to 161mph, kicked it's pants all the time, much, much, much more biking joy, on a 650 Bandit. AND I'm not even lying. Professor Bandit 650 B.T.E.out., Bandit Torque ENJOYMENT only, nothing technical.

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

I've never ridden the newer Bandits. They definitely made some improvements. Carbs tend to freeze on older models.

[@scottlochans4180]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs Hadn't ridden a bike, Kawasaki, for 27 years, first night, am. Go out on 650 Bandit, dry empty roads, less than 2 miles, Focus ST, trying to lord it over me and the Bandit, traffic lights, amber, Focus is away, it's trying, I'm not, never went above 3,000 rpm, 3rd gear to 4th, unknowingly started a PERFECT STORM, accelerating in 4th gear, middle of outside lane, chicane to deal with, felt like a industrial catapult got it going, could not lean an iota, had to twitch bars, 4th gear roll on, from about 40 mph, to just over 90mph, in no time. Lights again, Focus catches up, window down, WHAT you've got there is very, very SPECIAL, I said big news is it red-line's at.12,000rpm,driver laughed, we parted, hindsight should have said red-lines 12,000, when I left it for parked, never went above 6,500 RPM, Nearly had kittens, such a biking BUZZ. Perfect Storm??, all at back wheel, relaxed, not pulling arms anymore, like a time-vortex, bubble, tunnel scenario., 650 BANDIT????, BEST BIKE in the WORLD. And I ain't even lying. Professor Bandit 650 B.T.E.out.

[@wilgeorgeleenders9041]

Great review! Thanks. :)

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Thanks. Unfortunately, I sold the Bandit but now I'm happily riding a Himalayan. I'm sure I'll get another Bandit in the future though

[@user-ox8ui7zm7j]

Doing my bike theory test on Monday and after the basic training have my heart set on a bandit. A fazer or hornet either if I can't find a nice bandit.

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

They're all great bigginer bikes. Good luck.

[@richiej2640351]

I’ve got a 2001 600 of the bandit and shoot mine has 60k on it running great still

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

That's good to hear. I've had a couple cables break recently but that's a cheap & easy fix

[@VALEVIURS]

Excelente video bro y muy buena moto, para los años que tiene se ve super cuidada saludos. Excellent video bro and very good bike, for the years he has looks super careful greetings

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Thank you 👍

[@whitedust696]

Yes they are still great in 2021 Cleehills Shropshire, here I come

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

I still love mine. I'm not a speed freak but I'm starting to feel it could do with a bit more power. Could just be the way I ride. I tend to change gear too early so don't get to enjoy the whole rev range

[@adhilmubaraksalim4478]

Great content..love the simplicity in your videos..kudos to you..could you also share which windshield does your bandit have?looks darn good🔥

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Thanks & thanks for subscribing. Its called Puig 0869N windshield naked black.

[@adhilmubaraksalim4478]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs expecting more exciting videos from you

[@itsmephil2255]

Great Vid,I'm not a biker but really enjoy your "vlogs" The onboard ride outs are brill...loved the overtake manoeuvre Spot on👌

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Bikers should overtake from a distance if there's room like I did. You cant get up someone's behind then do it.

[@gestoandlane]

I would never have thought about non bikers watching motovlogs...that's interesting to know :D

[@jrewillis]

Aha! The road into Croyde… lovely area!

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

If you liked that you'll like the video I'm publishing later

[@davidrich4738]

Thanks for the info

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

No problem

[@holyhero259]

My first bike was a 96 bandit gsf600. Wish I never sold it

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

What bikes have you had since?

[@holyhero259]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs I've downgraded. 96 gs500e then 07 ninja 650r is current

[@holyhero259]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs my bandit was the 600s with bikini fairing. It was pretty nice. Garage kept and never ridden by the girl I got it from

[@holyhero259]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs although the bandit was pretty heavy and slow for an inline four. I feel like my 650 is faster. Definitely lighter.

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

@@holyhero259 I've ridden a few bikes & still think the Bandit is the best. I won't mind a small nimble bike like the Ducati scrambler though

[@TT-ch9mi]

Great vid ...had mine for 20 years, not rode it very much lol......its holding up and back on the road after covid times, but how the hell do you handle the weight? just learnt the kick stand swivel which will help alot !

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

I'm not brave enough to do the kick stand swivel but I can hold the bike up with my finger and thumb if you get the balance right

[@motodevcam]

Top vid!

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Cheers mate

[@Jesusprayerwarriorbw]

It's a fun bike but in CA I need ABS

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Yeah. The Bandit doesn't have anything like that. It doesn't even have a fuel gauge

[@rooramblingon895]

No-one, and I mean no-one talks about MPG, range and how a bike fits a taller rider...I have real issues finding a comfy bike for my 6'2" frame, with the range to do decent mileage as a real workhorse and not a toy....200 miles in 5 years is not transport.

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

I think I should make another review video then

[@graknosh]

Just got my MC license. I'm 193 cm. tall (6.33) How is it for a tall person? Found one from 2007 with 75.000 kilomiters on in. How much longer should it be able to go without needing too much service with the engine?

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Im just under 6ft & its still comfortable. It's physically large compared to modern sports bikes. The engines are known to be solid & last a long time. 75k kilometres is a lot so give it a good look over. Common faults are the forks, look for leaking & check all the electrics.

[@graknosh]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs awsome, thanks for the quick answer! Forks should just have been fixed, otherwise it looks really clean. My father in law will look at it with me. He's been driving for 30+ years :)

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

@@graknosh ideal. Good luck. You'll love the Bandit.

[@tamar5261]

I'm thinking about buying a bandit after just coming across these, I sold my Honda pan as it got a bit of a handful as I'm 64. I have a little xmax as a run around and a xj 600 if I want to go a bit faster. What's the verdict on an old guy like me getting one, would it be too heavy or should I just go for it? Thanks in advance.

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Its hard to say because some 64 year olds are stronger than me. I'll say its very similar to the xj600 in weight & power but the Bandit is smoother & its very forgiving

[@tamar5261]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs good reply 😊 I'm going to view a 2002 bandit tomorrow, anything I should look out for apart from my wife telling me off when she finds out about it 😀

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

@@tamar5261 I made a video. The thumbnail says 'everything you need to know' I explain what to watch out for in that video. Good luck 👍

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

WOW. I can't believe this video has got so many views. Please check our my other videos & subscribe if you like them. Thanks guys.

[@Theunprogrammed1]

I bought one and it’s too loud does anyone have exhaust suggestions? It came with a loud aftermarket exhaust

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Maybe buy a slip on exhaust with a baffle in it or check to see if yours has a baffle. Buy one if it doesn't

[@Theunprogrammed1]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs thank you brother 🙏🏽

[@gestoandlane]

😊Naaaaaaaaaaaked!

[@MischievousBiker]

80bhp isn't enough 🤣🤣🤣 Another great video fella keep up the good work

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

The Bandit is actually meant to be 72 but people have got more on the dyno. 80bhp is enough to pull away safely & for fun. I'll like more though 😆

[@MischievousBiker]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs never had my old bandit Dyno but felt about 80 ish. My Gixxer Dyno last year at 117bhp, we'll have to go out for a ride sometime. I'm currently watching your friendly Friday #1 haha

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

@@MischievousBiker I'm thinking about going to Instow later

[@MischievousBiker]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs if your talking about today I was just about to go for a walk with my girlfriend 😭

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

@@MischievousBiker No problem. Another time. C90adventures is local too, check him out.

[@smokeybarr]

Sounds good too!

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

It sounds good throughout all the gears but that encourages me to hoon it.

[@smokeybarr]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs Haha, I'm exactly the same. I have every intention to ride conservatively whenever I go out, it rarely pans out that way.

[@gestoandlane]

All bikes sound good lol...Gestos's MT09 with the Black widow sounds the nuts though.

[@walerybien8193]

Some people say it's a great bike for beginners and others will say it absolutely isn't. The problem is supposedly large weight which makes it hard to handle on lower speed maneuver's and it's not that easy to control it for beginners. Anybody has an opinion on this?

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

It's a great first big bike. You don't notice the weight when moving. It's definitely heavier than a 125cc but it's fine

[@birddaddydetta]

I dropped it once during driving lessons whilst stopping on a bit of a slanted decline, it's definitely a lot to handle if you're not used to it People say that you so

[@jackgovier9987]

Awesome mate looks identical to mine 😀

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

You're a lucky man

[@TheRealRaptor]

you havent even gotten to the power curve yet the power only hits at 8000rpm XD

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

I did plenty of times. Great fun. Still the best bike I've ever owned

[@BigPezza]

yep old bike better then new china bike ANYday

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

100%

[@korazon3spinado]

What kind of gas mileage do you get?

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

I think I get around 150 miles to a full tank

[@korazon3spinado]

And the tank is 5 gallons?

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

@@korazon3spinado 5.2 yes.

[@korazon3spinado]

So about 30 mpg?

[@korazon3spinado]

I ride an 09 gs500f. It gets about 40 around town and 50 on the highway but it has less power than yours.

[@itsmephil2255]

Darling...what you doing in the office?? Looking at naked bikes!!!!

[@michaelmuller5762]

Haha 😃

[@brandonstapleton1350]

What year is yours? I've just bought a 1999 one with 46k miles. Gonna have to restrict it to my A2 License but until I get a full long ride out on it I won't really know how it is lol. Felt ok on the short right out I did.

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Hi mate. Mine is 1996 so no different to yours. Its a great bike. Im literally just about to publish a video about my first year riding & its pretty Suzuki Bandit heavy.

[@brandonstapleton1350]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs thanks for the quick reply. My test isn't even for another 3 days but I got this bike at an absolute steal price compared to others to had to have it. Fingers crossed when I pass the test it'll ok on a restriction. Whole reason i want for a bandit was that apparently the inline 4 is much better restricted then any other bike. Perfect I'll look forward to your video. Have you had any issues with it? Anything I should look out for when I get mine?

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

@@brandonstapleton1350 I had my brakes calipers serviced & that was expensive but no problems with it. You'll find larger bikes cost more to repair. I chain & sprocket on my 125 never cost much but cost over £100 on my bandit. Good luck. Let me know how you get on.

[@brandonstapleton1350]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs luckily enough bike is fully serviced up until 2 days ago. Fingers crossed it won't need anything for a year or two. Bike won't be used for work commutes and only used for fun so won't be too many miles put on it. Will do bud. I'll keep an eye out for that video 👍

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

@Brandon Stapleton 😆 You'll do a lot of miles because the Bandit is very comfortable. What part of the world do you live in? Also the video is live now

[@scottt5049]

No 80bhp is not enough they a good small bike tho and cheap

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

80bhp is enough to keep up with traffic & to sit comfortably at the legal limit but more is fun. I do miss the power I had on my zx6r.

[@WhiteRoseAdventures]

What were you looking at online naked again? bikes? Hmmm sounds like a miss use of the tinterweb :p

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Better than recipes

[@gestoandlane]

Misuse of the internet? lol sound like a fabulous use of it to me ;) #LAne

[@JOCOracing]

Blocks don't look to bad either 😆

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Do you mean the buildings? I was in Area 52.

[@alan4391]

its 96.6bhp

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

I don't think it is. The 1200 could be but not the 600.

[@alan4391]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs your video does not say its a 600 i thought it was a 1200

[@alan4391]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs the 1200 is a much better bike

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

@@alan4391 I've never ridden the 1200 but I'll like to.

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

@@alan4391 I just changed the title for future viewers. Cheers

[@jackgovier9987]

Headshot 😂 4:48

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

I think you're right actually 🤔

[@richard9444]

Cult classic now

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

I'm keeping it for lots of reasons & that being one of them

[@richard9444]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs I got a 1999 600s in black Al standard apart from pipe , it's in my garage not used it for years as I'm 54 now , I'm keeping it though it's nice to rev it up now and again, I got other bikes

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

@@richard9444 my bandit is mostly original. I snapped they key the other week so had to change all the locks & the exhaust pipe isn't original but that's it

[@richard9444]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs keep it that way 👍🏼

[@kevlarrabbit5732]

Overtaking over zebra crossing/ zigzag lines is illegal and would get you pulled for driving without due care or even dangerous driving if you nearly hit someone crossing the zebra. If you hit them you could be facing causing death by dangerous driving and prison. Old Bill watch videos too!!

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

I know. Its very naughty of me. I probably shouldn't have put that in the video

[@kevlarrabbit5732]

I watch bike videos often and notice such things because I drive in a professional capacity. Please take care out there, read the road ahead and stay safe. By the way, I ride and restore bikes, currently refurbing a 97 Bandit 600! All the best! :)

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

@@kevlarrabbit5732 cheers. My bike is playing up. Its running rich & is very slow. I think I have water in the spark plugs. Easy fix though

[@kevlarrabbit5732]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs Fouled plugs could be rich running which suggests lack of airflow. Check air intake junctions for leaks and air filter.

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

@@kevlarrabbit5732 I think it was a damp spark plug because I just fixed it & its running better but not great. Probably do need a new air filter though

[@edikaramuratful]

And everyone in between hahah... There's nothing in between except if you count hermaphrodites hahah

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Its open to interpretation

[@oldfartuk]

80hp is plenty ..do well over 140mph how fast do people want ? Lol

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Its enough for me. I'm riding a 9hp motorcycle 1000 miles in the summer hopefully.

[@oldfartuk]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs same hear buddy.. 👌 9hp ? Lol .. where you going to do 1000 miles .. tour/ adventure ?..... On what bike?

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

@@oldfartuk I'm doing Lands end to John o groats via Wales, Ireland & Northern Ireland on a c90

[@oldfartuk]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs sweet sounds fun. You seen c90 adventures channel ..? He going round world on his c90 ..he don't upload for months at a time tho

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

@@oldfartuk yeah. We're mates. Its one of his c90s I'm borrowing. He pops up in my videos sometimes.

[@stevepest3184]

Bet when u committed urself over taking on crossing u thought fook

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

😆 I did actually. Thanks for reminding me.

[@stevepest3184]

@@EpicAdamMotovlogs lol thought oh fook for u lol

[@TheKonaman66]

What a no good review, I still no know nothing 😒 duh

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

Facts are written on spec sheets online. Thoughts & personal opinions are in this video