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Suzuki GSF250 Bandit (GJ77A)
1995—1999
More: Suzuki Bandit 250 (GJ74A) 1989—1994
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The Bandit 250 and Bandit 400, launched in 1989, had a liquid-cooled
inline-four engines, mounted on trellis (steel) frame. The high-reving
engines are derived from the GSX-R250 and GSX-R400 with lots
of power for their sizes, the Bandit 250 had about 45 bhp, the
400cc version about 59 bhp. Both models had 4 to 1 exhaust systems
and disc brakes. The 400 had double disc at the front, the 250
had single disc.
High-quality parts were used in various areas, such as the handlebars, headlights, steps, meters, and mirrors. The muffler and exhaust pipe were also made of stainless steel. The engine was a four-stroke water-cooled, four-cylinder, DOHC, four-valve engine that prioritized low and medium speeds, and the intake system used a slingshot carburetor, which was known for its sharp throttle response. It was also equipped with a new link suspension with high road-holding properties and wide tires.
Both versions were soon available even with top fairing (sold
with the addition ”Limited” on the model name) and
later even with an optional variable exhaust timing (addition
”V”), otherwise the model has remained, on the whole,
unchanged.
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| 1995 Suzuki Bandit 250 V, Florina Yellow (February 1995) |
 
1995 Suzuki year code: S
In 1995, Suzuki Bandit 250 underwent a full model change, changing from the GJ74A to the GJ77A. The Bandit 250V, equipped with a VC engine that adopted a variable valve timing and lift mechanism, was added to the lineup.
You can tell the standard Bandit 250 and 250V apart from the red cam end covers at the side of the cylinder head, and the slightly different graphics ('Bandit V' instead of 'Bandit* on the rear cowl. Both versions had a plain "Suzuki" sticker on the fuel tank.
All GJ77A models except the '97 250VZ had single pipe handlebars and a fuel cock with two positions: ON and RES. The Bandit 250 was equipped with an analog fuel gauge.
Model node: GSF250S
Starting selling period:
January 1995
Initial frame number: GJ77A-100001~
1995 GSF250 colors available: Florina Yellow (163), Marble Italian Red, Pearl Novelty Black (33J)
Retail price in Japan: 499 000 yen
Model code: GSF250VS
Starting selling period: January 1995
Initial frame number: GJ77A-100001~
1995 GSF250 colors available: Candy Academy Maroon (22U), Deep Purple Metallic (1HU)
Retail price in Japan: 538 000 yen
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| 1995 Suzuki Bandit 250, Deep Purple Metallic (January 1995) |
| 1995 Suzuki Bandit 250V, Florina Yellow (February 1995) |
1996 Suzuki year code: T
The body colors of the 1996 Bandit 250V and Bandit 250 are the same. There are four new colors: Candy Antares Red, Marble Italian Red with a black frame, Florina Yellow, which is the same as the Bandit 250V but new to the Bandit 250, and Pearl Novelty Black. There are no changes to the price or main specifications.
In May 1996 a new color was added, the
Urban Medium Gray Metallic (1ZZ)
Presented in Japan: January 1996
1996 GSF250 and GSF250V color options: Candy Antares Red (19A), Marble Italian Red (with a black frame)(28V), Florina Yellow (163), Pearl Novelty Black (33J), Urban Medium Gray Metallic (1ZZ)
Initial frame number: GJ74A-115400
Retail price in Japan: 585 000 yen
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| 1996 Suzuki Bandit 250, Florina Yellow (January 1996) |
| 1996 Suzuki Bandit 250, Urban Medium Gray Metallic (May 1996) |
| 1996 Suzuki Bandit 250V, Marble Italian Red (January 1996) |
| 1996 Suzuki Bandit 250V, Urban Medium Gray Metallic (May 1996) |
1997 Suzuki year code: V
The 1997 'V' models were the final versions of the Bandit 250 series. Three version were available, the GSF250V (standard model without the VC engine), GSF250V-V (with the VC engine model) and GSF250VZ-V, a new model version with the VC engine and a min cowl. All three models were manufactured and sold unchanged until the model was discontinued in year 2000. last version of the Bandit 250.
Minor changes were made to the models without the bikini fairing and obliously the VZ model was new, introduced for the '97 season by Suzuki.
Instead of a Suzuki badge, all three versions had chrome-plated air cleaner covers, a new 'Bandit' resin 3D emblem on the fuel tank and almost no other graphics. The silver parts of the side covers are plated.
The handlebar switch design was rounded.
The starter wouldn't work unless the clutch was pressed.
The VZ model featured the VC engine, a special bikini cowl, Gold chain, and separate handlebars. There are recesses on both sides of the tank to prevent the rider's hands from getting pinched when turning the handlebars all the way.
The body colors Marble Italian Red and Pearl Novelty Black / Marble Aztec Orange were exclusive to the Bandit 250VZ. Candy Antares Red and Candy Dusk Blue were only available on the Bandit 250V and Bandit 250. Pearl Novelty Black and Flash Silver Metallic were common colors for all models.
1997 Suzuki Bandit GSF250-V, GSF250V-V, GSF250VZ-V
Starting selling period: February 1997
Initial frame numbers:
GSF250V (without VC)/GJ77A-109852~
GSF250V-V (VC engine)/GJ77A-109862~
GSF250VZ-V (VZ specification) / GJ77A-109872~
GSF250-V and GSF250V-V colors: Candy Antares Red (19A), Candy Dusk Blue (Y0N), Pearl Novelty Black (33J), Flash Silver Metallic (Y2D)
GSF250VZ-V colors: Marble Italian Red (28V), Pearl Novelty Black / Marble Aztec Orange (H7B), Pearl Novelty Black (33J), Flash Silver Metallic (Y2D)
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| 1997 Suzuki Bandit 250, Candy Dusk Blue (February 1997) |
 1997 Suzuki Bandit GSF 250
Overall Length: 2 050 mm (80.7 in)
Overall Width: 730 mm (28.8 in)
Overall Height: 1 055 mm (41.5 in)
Wheelbase: 1 415 mm (55.7 in)
Ground Clearance: 155 mm (6.1 in)
Dry Weight: 176 kg (388 lbs)
Engine: Air and oil-cooled 248 cc inline-4, DOHC, 16 valves. 40 hp (24.5 kW) @ 14 000 rpm, 24.5 Nm (2.5 kg-m) @ 10 000 rpm
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 1997 Suzuki Bandit GSF 250
Overall Length: 2 050 mm (80.7 in)
Overall Width: 730 mm (28.8 in)
Overall Height: 1 055 mm (41.5 in)
Wheelbase: 1 415 mm (55.7 in)
Ground Clearance: 155 mm (6.1 in)
Dry Weight: 176 kg (388 lbs)
Engine: Air and oil-cooled 248 cc inline-4, DOHC, 16 valves. 40 hp (24.5 kW) @ 14 000 rpm, 24.5 Nm (2.5 kg-m) @ 10 000 rpm
Click on the image for larger format.
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 1997 Suzuki Bandit GSF 250
Overall Length: 2 050 mm (80.7 in)
Overall Width: 730 mm (28.8 in)
Overall Height: 1 055 mm (41.5 in)
Wheelbase: 1 415 mm (55.7 in)
Ground Clearance: 155 mm (6.1 in)
Dry Weight: 176 kg (388 lbs)
Engine: Air and oil-cooled 248 cc inline-4, DOHC, 16 valves. 40 hp (24.5 kW) @ 14 000 rpm, 24.5 Nm (2.5 kg-m) @ 10 000 rpm
Click on the image for larger format.
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 1997 Suzuki Bandit GSF 250
Overall Length: 2 050 mm (80.7 in)
Overall Width: 730 mm (28.8 in)
Overall Height: 1 055 mm (41.5 in)
Wheelbase: 1 415 mm (55.7 in)
Ground Clearance: 155 mm (6.1 in)
Dry Weight: 176 kg (388 lbs)
Engine: Air and oil-cooled 248 cc inline-4, DOHC, 16 valves. 40 hp (24.5 kW) @ 14 000 rpm, 24.5 Nm (2.5 kg-m) @ 10 000 rpm
Click on the image for larger format.
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| 1997 Suzuki Bandit 250V, Flash Silver Metallic (February 1997) |
 1997 Suzuki Bandit GSF 250 V
Overall Length: 2 050 mm (80.7 in)
Overall Width: 730 mm (28.8 in)
Overall Height: 1 055 mm (41.5 in)
Wheelbase: 1 415 mm (55.7 in)
Ground Clearance: 155 mm (6.1 in)
Dry Weight: 176 kg (388 lbs)
Engine: Air and oil-cooled 248 cc inline-4, DOHC, 16 valves. 40 hp (24.5 kW) @ 14 000 rpm, 24.5 Nm (2.5 kg-m) @ 10 000 rpm
Click on the image for larger format.
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 1997 Suzuki Bandit GSF 250 V
Overall Length: 2 050 mm (80.7 in)
Overall Width: 730 mm (28.8 in)
Overall Height: 1 055 mm (41.5 in)
Wheelbase: 1 415 mm (55.7 in)
Ground Clearance: 155 mm (6.1 in)
Dry Weight: 176 kg (388 lbs)
Engine: Air and oil-cooled 248 cc inline-4, DOHC, 16 valves. 40 hp (24.5 kW) @ 14 000 rpm, 24.5 Nm (2.5 kg-m) @ 10 000 rpm
Click on the image for larger format.
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 1997 Suzuki Bandit GSF 250 V
Overall Length: 2 050 mm (80.7 in)
Overall Width: 730 mm (28.8 in)
Overall Height: 1 055 mm (41.5 in)
Wheelbase: 1 415 mm (55.7 in)
Ground Clearance: 155 mm (6.1 in)
Dry Weight: 176 kg (388 lbs)
Engine: Air and oil-cooled 248 cc inline-4, DOHC, 16 valves. 40 hp (24.5 kW) @ 14 000 rpm, 24.5 Nm (2.5 kg-m) @ 10 000 rpm
Click on the image for larger format.
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 1997 Suzuki Bandit GSF 250 V
Overall Length: 2 050 mm (80.7 in)
Overall Width: 730 mm (28.8 in)
Overall Height: 1 055 mm (41.5 in)
Wheelbase: 1 415 mm (55.7 in)
Ground Clearance: 155 mm (6.1 in)
Dry Weight: 176 kg (388 lbs)
Engine: Air and oil-cooled 248 cc inline-4, DOHC, 16 valves. 40 hp (24.5 kW) @ 14 000 rpm, 24.5 Nm (2.5 kg-m) @ 10 000 rpm
Click on the image for larger format.
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| 1997 Suzuki Bandit 250VZ, Pearl Novelty Black / Marble Aztec Orange |
 1997 Suzuki Bandit GSF 250 VZ
Overall Length: 2 050 mm (80.7 in)
Overall Width: 730 mm (28.8 in)
Overall Height: 1 055 mm (41.5 in)
Wheelbase: 1 415 mm (55.7 in)
Ground Clearance: 155 mm (6.1 in)
Dry Weight: 176 kg (388 lbs)
Engine: Air and oil-cooled 248 cc inline-4, DOHC, 16 valves. 40 hp (24.5 kW) @ 14 000 rpm, 24.5 Nm (2.5 kg-m) @ 10 000 rpm
Click on the image for larger format.
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 1997 Suzuki Bandit GSF 250 VZ
Overall Length: 2 050 mm (80.7 in)
Overall Width: 730 mm (28.8 in)
Overall Height: 1 055 mm (41.5 in)
Wheelbase: 1 415 mm (55.7 in)
Ground Clearance: 155 mm (6.1 in)
Dry Weight: 176 kg (388 lbs)
Engine: Air and oil-cooled 248 cc inline-4, DOHC, 16 valves. 40 hp (24.5 kW) @ 14 000 rpm, 24.5 Nm (2.5 kg-m) @ 10 000 rpm
Click on the image for larger format.
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 1997 Suzuki Bandit GSF 250 VZ
Overall Length: 2 050 mm (80.7 in)
Overall Width: 730 mm (28.8 in)
Overall Height: 1 055 mm (41.5 in)
Wheelbase: 1 415 mm (55.7 in)
Ground Clearance: 155 mm (6.1 in)
Dry Weight: 176 kg (388 lbs)
Engine: Air and oil-cooled 248 cc inline-4, DOHC, 16 valves. 40 hp (24.5 kW) @ 14 000 rpm, 24.5 Nm (2.5 kg-m) @ 10 000 rpm
Click on the image for larger format.
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 1997 Suzuki Bandit GSF 250 VZ
Overall Length: 2 050 mm (80.7 in)
Overall Width: 730 mm (28.8 in)
Overall Height: 1 055 mm (41.5 in)
Wheelbase: 1 415 mm (55.7 in)
Ground Clearance: 155 mm (6.1 in)
Dry Weight: 176 kg (388 lbs)
Engine: Air and oil-cooled 248 cc inline-4, DOHC, 16 valves. 40 hp (24.5 kW) @ 14 000 rpm, 24.5 Nm (2.5 kg-m) @ 10 000 rpm
Click on the image for larger format.
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1998 Suzuki year code: W
1999 Suzuki year code: X
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