Suzuki Bandit 1200 S Review - The OG Hooligan Bike

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  • Brutally honest review of a Suzuki Bandit 1200 I purchased on Halloween Day 2020. What's right with it? What's wrong with it? Will I keep it? Will anyone even read this description?
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  • @TimKreitzAdventures
    @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 8 měsíci +3

    NOTE: The headlight problem is solved. In late 2020 I cleaned the reflectors and installed LED headlamps. The bike is still running great and I'm enjoying it on the regular. Cheers.

  • @bestman7776
    @bestman7776 Před 3 lety +37

    I have several bikes, including an R1. The bandit is the Swiss Army knife compared to the other bikes. It’ll do almost anything I want it to, comfortably! I bough it for a good deal to flip it (At least that’s what I told my wife when we went to pick it up) but no one wants to buy it for the outrageous price I’m selling it for 🤣

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety +3

      Exactly. Mine is always for sale, but not for a reasonable price. Ha. :0)

    • @craigschickler9777
      @craigschickler9777 Před 11 měsíci +3

      Picking mine up today. Also told the wife it's going to be resold....not!

    • @bestman7776
      @bestman7776 Před 11 měsíci

      @@craigschickler9777 hope it worked out!

    • @skillzraider
      @skillzraider Před 2 měsíci

      Same here picked mine up for 1720 dude wanted 2500… for an 2001 with 40k miles… I’m going to flip it, but after feeling the power band /torque I ain’t selling for less than 5k
      I’m not parting with her

  • @edmundkonkolich8743
    @edmundkonkolich8743 Před 3 lety +5

    Tim, welcome to da Bandito Brotherhood! I too have an '05 GS1200s, named "Ellie", & I LOVE her to death. I found mine after deciding to get back up on 2 after a decade-long hiatus from the saddle (read: the missus said, "OK").
    1) Headlight - black "soot" collects/coats the inside of the lens, weakening beam output. Cleaning that & Premium, Hi-output halos (replaced 1x/yr) brightened up the tarmac ahead.
    2) I installed Hi-output, 4 "bulb", LED road lamps on the lower forks to cure the invisibility problem.
    Keep the bars up & the donuts down & enjoy the ride!
    -EdBud

  • @doublenickel1000
    @doublenickel1000 Před 2 lety +3

    I'd been looking at Bandits for a while when I came across your video. It gave me the inspiration to continue my search, and last fall I picked up a beautiful '97 with under 20k miles. Didn't get it out until this spring, and wow, is it fun! So smooth and torquey. Everything is just so effortless. If I had my druthers, I'd get a little higher bars on it so longer rides would be more comfortable. Also, it could use a 6th gear for the highway, it has so much torque it wouldn't even notice. What a great bike. Thanks for the push, Tim!

  • @MrAusadventure
    @MrAusadventure Před 3 lety +2

    I just came here to say that I did indeed read the description. I'm weird like that.
    I do love the Bandits. I'm definitely a sucker for a Suzuki and am looking forward to seeing your adventures on it.

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety

      Thanks. It's been a really fun bike thus far. I'm looking forward to taking a trip or two on it this year.

  • @dcg44s
    @dcg44s Před 3 lety +4

    Damn that is clean! Congrats on the score! Will be interesting to hear your Bandit vs. ZRX comparison in the future.

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety

      Thanks. I'm working on that very comparo right now. I think it'll make for an interesting vid.

  • @CaptainCrankyMotovlogger
    @CaptainCrankyMotovlogger Před 3 lety +2

    What description... ;-)
    That's a beauty of a bike Tim, congrats and may you have many happy times with it.
    A stealth street-fighter, hmmm... yeah I had to get brighter bulbs for my Honda, stock ones were candles!
    I've always fancied a Bandit or a Hornet if I went for a 4Cyl.
    Looking forward to seeing a few TKAs on it Tim.

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks, my friend. Yeah, I'm looking at LED options and a few other possibilities to increase visibility. Being well seen is everything out here in semi-truck country.

  • @KillswitchQueen
    @KillswitchQueen Před 3 lety +13

    My guilty pleasure... >:D that is one beautiful example of a Bandit you have!!! The upgraded brake lines are a must, and with that exhaust, there is no RPM range that doesn't sound like a sweet symphony. They truly are bullet proof, easily tuned, just so much power for the money. Have fun and enjoy!

    • @codychoromanski3264
      @codychoromanski3264 Před 3 lety +1

      would love to see more of kill switch queen .... and her bandit.

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety

      Yeah, these bikes are a real treat. I had the sleeved down 600cc version of this engine back in '98 in a Katana and really liked it. Thanks for dropping by, Olivia. I hope all is well in your world. Cheers. :)

    • @JohnnyQPublic001
      @JohnnyQPublic001 Před 3 lety

      KILLSWITCH!!!! YO!!!!

  • @Tobyice28
    @Tobyice28 Před 3 lety +1

    I'll watch all your videos as I have for years! Good job Tim!

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks, Joe!

    • @Tobyice28
      @Tobyice28 Před 3 lety +1

      @@TimKreitzAdventures yessir Tim, just keep up the good vlogs, I remember 1 where the views were down and you werent sure about continuing, as a viewer who digs every episode, keep up the good work bro! I look forward to the next!

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety

      Thank you for always being here. It means more than I can say.

  • @itssanktime82
    @itssanktime82 Před 3 lety +1

    I can't wait to see vlogs on it! Looks awesome Tim! 🤘

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks, Mike. I'm figuring out my camera mounts as we speak. Cheers, sir.

  • @thepassionofthegoose5472

    Rode with a guy that had one of these in the early 00's. Dude would ride around with side cases on carrying all of our lunches. We all have/had track experience so everyone was fast, but it was always cool to see the Bandit doing its thing. Awesome bike.

  • @JakeBor
    @JakeBor Před 3 lety +1

    I have the 1998 Bandit 1200S, same color as your friend Roger's bike. I just brought it down to Houston from Missouri, where my buddy stored it for me for 10 years. It's just now legal and back on the road. I agree with you about the visibility issues after dark. The low beams don't seem bright enough. Subbed.

  • @I_have_3inches
    @I_have_3inches Před rokem

    My dad has this bike and gave it to me on my 18th birthday. I did not have much riding experience I'm 5'5 150 and was barley able to hold the bike up. Looking back he probably was trying to erase me from the earth. Glad I'm still alive and this bike is fucked dope

  • @daniellander1964
    @daniellander1964 Před 2 lety +3

    That is a clean looking Bandit ! I have a 1st generation (98) that I've had since new. I've done a lot of improvements over the years, both suspension and minor motor upgrades. I do my own wrenching and just went over 52000 miles without any problems. I've done many track days both as a student and later a teacher. I seen a clean 2nd generation yesterday while doing a ride in the Allegheny mountains with a buddy on his BMW. I call it my Timex, takes a lickin' and keeps on tickin' .

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 2 lety +1

      They really are indestructible in many ways. It's hard to believe this video is already a year old. Time flies when you are having fun. BTW, my buddy Rodger also has a '98 and we both do our own wrenching as well. Bandits are tons of fun:
      czcams.com/video/fhoheMd3wGQ/video.html

    • @MrDbeau716
      @MrDbeau716 Před 2 lety

      Just picked up a black 98 with 9700 miles on it. Traded a skidoo snowmobile for it and am not disappointed.

  • @BrickHouseBuilds
    @BrickHouseBuilds Před 3 lety +2

    Man that thing really is pristine!! I had the same thoughts on the mirrors with being ugly but highly functional. Great video!

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks for dropping by, man. I'm glad you like it. Hopefully this one is going to be in my stable for a long time. Cheers, sir.

  • @BelowZero
    @BelowZero Před 3 lety +2

    That bike brings memories...good to see you back making videos!

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety

      I've been trying to do a video every two weeks or so this year. If you haven't been receiving notifications (which I've been getting reports of), you might check back though the videos tab and see if there's anything you missed that catches your interest. Cheers and thanks. Great to see you back in the comments. I hope all is going well for you up north.

    • @BelowZero
      @BelowZero Před 3 lety +1

      @@TimKreitzAdventures things could be better but hoping for better times. Yeah, I just turned notifications on so I will be seeing you more often. Cheers Tim and take care!

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety +1

      Take care, my friend. All the best to you and yours.

    • @BelowZero
      @BelowZero Před 3 lety +1

      @@TimKreitzAdventures You too brother.

  • @randywallingsford3245
    @randywallingsford3245 Před 3 lety +1

    Hi Tim ,First time here,Been watching some of your videos,Very good ! Hope to see more , Take care!

  • @apauma1
    @apauma1 Před rokem +2

    I have an 600s second generation, and i am very impress how much eye catching this bike is.

  • @Drifter5.7
    @Drifter5.7 Před 3 lety +1

    My brother in-law had a red one and he loved that bike. But the bike outlasted him unfortunately. But you have made a good investment for certain...I like it! Can't wait to see the moto vlogs from this bike.

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety +1

      I'm looking forward to making some. The weather has been nice lately, so hopefully it won't be much longer. :)

  • @Josaido
    @Josaido Před 3 lety +1

    I know it's not the same but I bought a Bandit 250 as my learner bike (fits the Australian criteria) for $1800 with 9350km's on it (5809 miles) and other than a new set of tyres - it still had the 19yr old factory tyres on it - and a new voltage regulator it is hard to fault it. I absolutely love the sound and provided you keep it high on the revs it'll take on anything you want and still ask for more. I can upgrade in November this year and am seriously considering a larger capacity version of the same bike. Yours looks exceptional, a fantastic example of Suzuki engineering and a clear indication of what proper maintenance/servicing can give you.

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety

      Appreciated, Matt. I've seen a few Bandit 400s in decades past, but I didn't realize a Bandit 250 even existed. Very interesting. We don't have any of those strange restrictions that force you to ride an underpowered motorcycle when first licensed, so most of the small-displacement Japanese bikes never see our shores. Best wishes and thanks for stopping by.

  • @StephenAdrianVenter-om2qg

    I own a Bandit and they never say die .....Has over 126000km and still going strong.....Nit thr fastest but reliable and a joy to ride....Love a Bandit

  • @TheRealCobraBurnout
    @TheRealCobraBurnout Před 3 lety +1

    looks like a fun bike. I look forward to more of your vids as always!

  • @Scratchingforcash
    @Scratchingforcash Před 2 lety +2

    I have an 02 Bandit 1200 and it’s awesome!!
    I absolutely love it!!

  • @ridewithgnr2116
    @ridewithgnr2116 Před 3 lety

    Congrats on the clean addition to your garage. My V-Strom has taught me you don't have to have huge CCs and Power. And, Yes, I read your description.

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety

      I'm impressed with how many people are reading it. I'll have to take it more seriously now. LOL.

  • @jordanrubinelli5375
    @jordanrubinelli5375 Před 3 lety +2

    Great video! A comment on the lights, I have the same model year bandit and they're definitely a problem. The masks behind the projector lenses tend to rattle around in the housing and coat the lenses with black dust. Cracking open the housing and cleaning the dust out helps a lot! I secured the masks with a thin layer of black RTV and haven't had a problem since.

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety

      Thanks for the tip. I've read about doing everything from switching the reflectors to baking them in the oven to solve this problem. Cheers.

  • @DennysPlantBasedJourney
    @DennysPlantBasedJourney Před 3 lety +1

    saw that online last week. congrats on the good purchase... looks great

  • @dztxtea
    @dztxtea Před 3 lety +2

    Nice find you got there, Tim. Looks great and sounds mean!
    I like the way you think.....I DO deserve a new toy after this f***ed up year!
    On top of all the crap going on in this country, people we've lost, and everything else, I lost my dad back in Feb . Worst year ever.
    Have fun and stay safe on that beast!

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety

      The year I lost my mom was a real struggle for me. I lost her in February as well, but in 2014. Condolences and best wishes to you and yours. Cheers and thanks as always.

    • @leeengelsman6356
      @leeengelsman6356 Před 3 lety

      Look after yourself particularly your mental state , read dont binge tv, alchohol, junk food,get exercise , eat well,sleep well, get up early, stay in contact with friends, keep occupied have purpose.

  • @SLBPerformance
    @SLBPerformance Před 3 lety +2

    Just did a track day with a guy I know who has taken one of these and rebuilt it to be a track bike. The platform is a great one, enjoy it.

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety

      Absolutely. That's the great thing about these old muscle bikes; you can mod them for whatever you wanna do. Cheers and thanks.

  • @MrPrincebass99
    @MrPrincebass99 Před 3 lety +2

    Sounds great and looks like a fun ride. Be safe, brother.

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks, brother. Hopefully our springtime hill country trip will happen next time around and I'll ride it down to your neck of the woods. :)

  • @soulgivesoul07
    @soulgivesoul07 Před 3 lety +1

    i just bought 2 today. it was an estate deal so i got a 01 1200 and 02 600, they need some cleaning but theyre in good shape, i cant wait to get rippin

  • @BikerDrum
    @BikerDrum Před 2 lety +1

    i own a 2001, it's a great all-around bike. Mine has Dale Walker stage 1 with pipe/tune etc. & a GSXR1000 K8 rear shock. I use adjustable Helibars with bar end mirrors. This is my old school naked that keeps pace with the young guns.

  • @cainanlovan9489
    @cainanlovan9489 Před 9 dny

    Love this video, going to buy my first bandit soon!

  • @HippoDrones
    @HippoDrones Před 3 lety +1

    Damn, that looks brand new! :-) Nice buy, can't wait to see your explores on it! :-)

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety +1

      It's crazy clean. With the exception of just a few knicks and scratches, it looks like it came right off the showroom floor. I just had to spend a few hours deep cleaning it to bring it to full luster.

    • @HippoDrones
      @HippoDrones Před 3 lety +1

      @@TimKreitzAdventures You did a cracking job of re-lusterising it by the looks of the video! :D

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you kindly. :)

  • @azdesertdog
    @azdesertdog Před 3 lety +1

    Sweet bike. You're going to like it. I had a 2001 R. It got T-Boned by a Monte Carlo leaving a pizza joint. I street fightered it. Bought a bunch of Dale Walker walker stuff. It was a beast. I rode it a bunch for a couple years. Someone bought from the stealership I traded it in at. Then he totaled it on the way home.

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety +1

      Dale Walker and Brock Davidson both have the lock on making Bandits go really fast. I'm temped to make this one into a bracket bike at some point, but we'll see. Cheers, sir. :)

  • @banditBrian
    @banditBrian Před 3 lety +3

    Great looking bike clean as hell. I love the bandits hence the name haha. 600s 1200s both great bikes was to work. Never had any problems with them. Except for previous owners hehe.. that's my 1200 99 bandit in my avatar picture.. enjoy the ride..

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks, Brian. I'm having a great time on it. BTW, I had a Katana 600 back in the late '90s with essentially the same engine from the Bandit 600 and loved that bike. Such great engines in both displacements. Cheers.

  • @HepcatHarley
    @HepcatHarley Před 3 lety +1

    Great condition for its age and the 1200 is the one to get and yes I read the description and yes I have frickin subscribed already :)

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety +1

      Hahaha. You are one of the OGs on this channel, sir. I appreciate you always being here. It means a lot. BTW, you are right, the 1200 is the one everybody wants. I think she's a keeper for sure. :)

  • @T3-RIDER
    @T3-RIDER Před 7 měsíci

    Regarding the dim lights, i own a 650 bandit, the best thing to gain visibility is to buy engine protection bars then attached side light kit, its an expensive endeavour but it helps so much especially riding at night or early mornings, god bless from the uk 🇬🇧 🇺🇸 you have a immaculate example ride safe brothet ❤

  • @realbigveggie
    @realbigveggie Před 3 lety +1

    Oh yes!!!!!! Glad to see this one Tim

  • @cmmoto
    @cmmoto Před 3 lety +1

    congrats TIM...beautiful machine ..i got my self a new bike as well but i dont even have time to make a vid ..

  • @stephenphillip5656
    @stephenphillip5656 Před rokem +1

    I owned the 1200's baby bro (600 Bandit) from new in 1997 & I loved its smooth power & comfortable ride. As others have said, it's pretty good at many things so why did I part with it recently? 🙄
    I'm now on the lookout for a later 650 Bandit. Wish me luck folks!

  • @mr1bienvenu1
    @mr1bienvenu1 Před 3 lety +1

    I had this bike and loved it. Sold it because of money issues 15 years ago. Got a 01 ZRX now.

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety

      Excellent choice. My ZRX is an '04 and I never get tired of it. I rode it earlier tonight as a matter of fact. Are you a member of the ZRXOA?

  • @user-df3dw2nc2m
    @user-df3dw2nc2m Před 2 dny

    I love my 97 1200s. It only has 24,000 miles. It's naked no wind screen or fairing. Timing advice kit. Modified air intake box. Keker racing pipe. It's difficult to keep the front end on the ground. Wheelies are It's favorite thing to do

  • @alexp6409
    @alexp6409 Před 3 lety +1

    Looks clean and sounds great!

  • @triumphrider9796
    @triumphrider9796 Před 3 lety +1

    Sweet! Can't go wrong with that motor, bulletproof for sure. And yes, read the description. Never was a fan of the single-beam low beam headlamps on a dual-lamp bike, just looks odd to me. BTW, not sure what the setup is on your model Bonnie, but mine ('02 T100) has a front brake that is, shall we say, less than impressive; I recently mounted some Spiegler steel-braided brake lines and Galfer wave rotors (using EBC HH sintered pads, which I've used for a while, an improvement in itself), the difference is amazing!

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety

      That's definitely something for me to consider on my Bonneville. You're right, it's less than impressive in the braking department. :)

    • @triumphrider9796
      @triumphrider9796 Před 3 lety +1

      They went too cheap in some ways, even my old Yamaha has a boss on the other fork leg to mount a second caliper (and a factory dual-disc kit), wish the Bonnie had that! Front suspension was way too soft, don't know if later models are better there, but Race-Tech Cartridge Emulators and springs utterly transform the front end feel and performance!

  • @juangarcia2467
    @juangarcia2467 Před 3 lety +1

    I just went out and got a 03 bandit 1200, had a 02 but had to sell it, these bikes are true road burners👍👍🏿

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety +1

      I'm loving this one since I bought it. I ride it more than any of my other bikes at the moment.

  • @kcledis2596
    @kcledis2596 Před 2 lety +1

    I think the music in the background does it for me the most. But i like the bandit to.

  • @ptmmatssc13
    @ptmmatssc13 Před 2 lety +1

    I have a 2002 that I picked up for $1k that looks like it's new. Completely stock, but plenty power and fun.
    Have had a multitude of bikes , but this one seems to check the most boxes for me

  • @cchgn
    @cchgn Před 2 lety

    RE: People not seeing the bike: I put reflective tape all over my Bandito, that changes colors at different angles.

  • @dmcasson
    @dmcasson Před 3 lety +1

    Nice video and beautiful looking, super clean B12 Tim. Out of interest, what's the mileage for it to be looking as tidy as this? Regards from the UK.

  • @MrLeo3D
    @MrLeo3D Před 3 lety +4

    Got my K3 few months back, previous owner has led bulbs installed in headlights. They are way brighter than halogens.

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety +1

      Yeah, there's plenty of room in that faring for the LED module. It's definitely a good option.

  • @calicojack7264
    @calicojack7264 Před 3 lety

    Love my Bandit 1200s bought mine new 2003 still strong after 30000 miles

  • @williamzoom
    @williamzoom Před 3 lety +1

    I always have liked them and knew some guys that had them when they were new but never rode one, that is also my favorite paint scheme! Get a headlight modulator because it gets peoples attention and has really cut down on people pulling out on me.

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety

      2005 was the only year they did this particular paint & graphics scheme, so I'm glad it's in such good shape. A modulator is a great idea, by the way. Cheers.

  • @JustTex
    @JustTex Před 3 lety +1

    Nice one, i think i likethe older style headlight but ya can't go wrong with suzuki bandit. Smiles for miles. Cheers

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety

      Thanks. Yeah, I do like Rodger's body styling a bit better, but the half faring on mine is starting to grow on me.

  • @somedude1590
    @somedude1590 Před 3 lety +1

    I almost got a 06 Bandit but ended up going with a 02 Corbin Fz1 . Best headlights of any bike I've ever owned.

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety

      You definitely made a good choice. I love that era of the FZ-1.

    • @luvsallbikes279
      @luvsallbikes279 Před 3 lety +1

      @@TimKreitzAdventures ..hi , I am so happy you have 6 bikes ! God Bless . I have 3 I ride and one that sits under a cover . One of them is an 09 Fz1, all stock 7k miles , I put cheap bar risers on it and It came with slightly taller windscreen. Is the riding position similar on Fz1 to your bandit ? I have bad shoulders, and just looking for another option . I was thinking about the v strom 1000 but have decided I don’t want another big bike . Thanks , liked and subscribed.

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety

      I have only ridden one FZ-1, but I'd say the riding position is definitely comparable. The Bandit is pretty close ergonomically to my ZRX1200R, and all the naked muscle bikes of the late '90s and early 2000s emphasized comfort. BTW, welcome to the channel. Glad to have you.

  • @Larrs
    @Larrs Před rokem +1

    Your bike is insanely clean

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před rokem

      Yeah, I pretty much keep them all looking like that. It might be OCD. LOL.

  • @user-ff6rh5sh6r
    @user-ff6rh5sh6r Před rokem +2

    Great bike! I have GSF 1200S Final Edition 2006, from Russia with love!

  • @brianclarke1695
    @brianclarke1695 Před 2 měsíci

    I have a 2001 1200s which I bought new, only issue I have had is the low beam diffuser came loose, the whole headlight is a sealed unit, so had to buy a new one, I also put led headlights in, as well as spot lights, the bike pulls strongly from just 1500rpm in top gear, great reliable, torquee bike

  • @silversurfertim2123
    @silversurfertim2123 Před 3 lety +1

    Cool that’s one sweet sounding bike 🎶🎶🎶

  • @scottlochans4180
    @scottlochans4180 Před 3 lety +1

    My 2005 650 Bandit is the best, one very careful, cautious owner who basically ran it in for 15,000 miles and it pulls, fly's up steep, steep hills like its falling off a cliff, could never want or need to accelerate faster than my 650 Bandit, don't care about top end speed, done that in the 80's, Kawasakis, people say 'take care', can't it's a Bandit. My '84 GPZ750TURBO, first production bike any size to do standing quarter mile 10 seconds, Bandit 1200 S, 3 attempts, best 12.35, which means in the 80's, my 750 turbo, was about 2 seconds quicker standing quarter mile than a 1200 BANDIT S. Compared to my 650 Bandit, the 750 Turbo was more like a 400 SUPER DREAM, CX 500 at best. The turbo was spectacular for sitting at 140mph all day if poss. safe, planted

  • @ronwhite8503
    @ronwhite8503 Před 3 lety

    Owned my '98 1200 since 2007 and I love it. An ART can makes it howl and it's real world fast......oh, and the grunt!

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety

      I'm really enjoying this one. I initially thought I might flip it for a tidy profit, but it's just too much fun, so I decided to keep it.

  • @dadjorts6018
    @dadjorts6018 Před 3 lety +1

    One of my all time favorite Suzukis. When is the turbo kit getting installed?

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety

      Don't tempt me. LOL. :)

    • @leeengelsman6356
      @leeengelsman6356 Před 3 lety

      Suzuki new what they were doing when they designed this bike don't insult them by suggesting the installation of a turbo and wrecking a gem of a motorcycle.

  • @domenicopasquarelli2353
    @domenicopasquarelli2353 Před 8 měsíci

    I use my highbeams at all times on my 2001 bandit 1200s! It helps to be noticed. I also give a little wiggle reverse steer when I see a car or truck ahead attempting to turn onto the road infront of me. Please be safe riding, the bike and rider always loose in a collision!!!

  • @chisolm5
    @chisolm5 Před 6 měsíci

    The wiring harness on the 2nd Gen Bandit does not provide the voltage needed. You can just replace that and brighten things up very well. I believe the Eastern Beaver Kit is the one most of the guys on Maximum Suzuki were recommending. Maximum Suzuki is also a Very good source of upgrade and modifications for these bikes.

  • @Nerb1
    @Nerb1 Před 3 lety +1

    Nice... yes, new shiny things make us feel better! 100%

  • @TheFootOfGold
    @TheFootOfGold Před 3 lety +1

    I did not know there were people out there who say an individual should not own more than 6 bikes, I certainly hope I never meet any of them. I am considering buying an Indian FTR. I hope you enjoy the Bandit, that bike's generation was an iconic era for sport bikes.

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety

      The guy who owned this Bandit before me traded it in for a an Indian, but not the FTR (which I love). FTRs are awesome. I hope you get it.

  • @archermoody9746
    @archermoody9746 Před 3 lety +1

    had a 97 for 2 years before i crashed it. just got the engine up and running but dash is mangled. I do love it though. thing rips!!

  • @simonmears1726
    @simonmears1726 Před 2 lety

    Love My bandit 1250 slip on air box peeled ECU flash bars 6 pot hyubusa calipers smooth power almost electric real sports tourer not alot of Tech but its so rideable luv it

  • @mikekennedy5470
    @mikekennedy5470 Před 6 měsíci +1

    I have the same bike same exzust 16k miles i thought the same thing about mirrors but got use to them my last bike was a ZRX 1200 R also but like the bandit juat a little more even thou i have owned so many old 900 Z1 Good bike about to take it on a 10 K trip this summer will see..😎

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 6 měsíci

      I have both the Bandit and a 2004 ZRX (along with a few others) in my stable. I love them both. I restored a KZ1000 about a decade ago and then ultimately sold it, which was a decision I still regret to this day. LOL.

  • @ronniec8038
    @ronniec8038 Před 3 lety +1

    Nice purchase. I want one of these bikes, not sure what year.

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety +1

      I recommend anything pre-2007. They are all great bikes, but the mod and customization options are virtually endless with the older Gixxer engine models.

  • @UK-Blue
    @UK-Blue Před 3 lety +1

    LOLZ, of course they're wrong!
    That looks a lovely machine 👍
    You need a huge flashing light on your helmet for visibility 🤣
    It sounds great too.
    Cheers Tim!🐕

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety +1

      Now there's a great idea, a huge amber beacon atop my helmet. Hahaha. Cheers, sir. :-)

    • @UK-Blue
      @UK-Blue Před 3 lety +1

      @@TimKreitzAdventures Tim, just wondering about Matt. O emailed him a few days ago asking of him.
      Do you know how he is?
      pottertimogreenpotter@outlook.com

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety +1

      I will email you.

    • @UK-Blue
      @UK-Blue Před 3 lety

      @@TimKreitzAdventures
      👍

  • @jackrichards1435
    @jackrichards1435 Před 3 lety

    I'm trying to get into motorcycles and have been looking at bandits, do you think they'd be found for around $1500?

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety

      It depends on where you are located. I paid $3,400 for the one in this video, and it is in near-showroom condition with low miles. What you don't want in a starter bike is to buy a problem. I'd recommend saving some more money so you can purchase something that will be dependable and trouble-free. That way, you can concentrate on learning to ride instead of turning a wrench all the time. Good luck to you.

  • @codychoromanski3264
    @codychoromanski3264 Před 3 lety +1

    uff !!! love me some bandit.

  • @petevan8942
    @petevan8942 Před 10 měsíci

    Beautiful machine

  • @CrusaderGeneral
    @CrusaderGeneral Před 3 lety

    I own 11 and have no regrets

  • @02bigkev
    @02bigkev Před 3 lety +1

    Bullet proof motors on the Bandit, Maybe you need some LED marker lights on the front to make you more visible, Sounds nice too. RSM8

  • @Tim.555
    @Tim.555 Před rokem

    Great bike!

  • @dboyyarris4811
    @dboyyarris4811 Před rokem

    Get yellow tint for your lights it makes car drivers notice a difference in their observations and they will focus on it because it's different.

  • @barnyg6804
    @barnyg6804 Před rokem +1

    Gday mate just come across your video don't feel bad owning 6 motorcycles a old fella here in town last count has 25 and all ready to ride and a mate of mine has 14
    Kia Kaha

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před rokem

      That's called winning at life! Hahaha. Cheers and thanks.

    • @barnyg6804
      @barnyg6804 Před rokem +1

      @@TimKreitzAdventures your onto it mate living the good life bike to bike

  • @Bimble
    @Bimble Před 3 lety +4

    That's a beautiful bike man, sounds sweet too. Wishing you many happy safe travels together, Mr K.
    "Subscribe to the frickin' channel already!!" Hahaha! If only it were that easy! >_

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety

      Thank you, my friend. Over the past couple of weeks, we've gotten hit with two sand storms, followed by a rain storm, followed by a cold snap, so I unfortunately haven't gotten to ride it much. Here's hoping the crazy West Texas weather lays down soon so I can put some miles on. Heh-heh. Cheers!

  • @Skywave400LTDABS
    @Skywave400LTDABS Před 3 lety +1

    Hello!
    You own many motorcycles.
    Bandit. Captor model.
    The mileage is short.
    A motorcycle in good condition.
    It is kept beautiful.
    It's a great bike.
    Nice review! !!
    Surely you will replace the headlights. : D
    Thank you my friend (^^) /

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety

      Yes, looking at headlight options at this time. I will probably install LEDs. Thank you my friend!

  • @smoke05s
    @smoke05s Před 5 měsíci

    Only 6? Love my 2000 Bandit 1200S. I put 2001 6 pot brakes on it and I can channel my inner Toprak. They are amazing. Bike does everything except hard core sport riding but even then its manageable and still fun, just not the fastest.

  • @ridewithgnr2116
    @ridewithgnr2116 Před 3 lety +1

    Oh, Tim, I am feeling like a naked ride all of the sudden! "King" needs to get out again.

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety

      A bunch of us have been meeting around 2:00 in the afternoon on Sundays at the Taco Villa near 42nd and Grandview in Odessa. You need to bring that B-King out and ride it with us. I'll keep you posted on the next GTG.

    • @ridewithgnr2116
      @ridewithgnr2116 Před 3 lety +1

      Definitely, give me heads up and I will gladly sneak out.

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety

      Roger that. Will do.

  • @TheBlueBikeDoyle
    @TheBlueBikeDoyle Před 3 lety

    I wish I could have more motorcycle can never have to many. Hey might could adjust head light up

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety +1

      There is a flaw with the headlights on this bike. The reflective liner turns to a powder and clouds the lenses. It's a really weird design, but there are several good fixes available.

  • @Hollarmoto
    @Hollarmoto Před 3 lety +2

    niceeeeee

  • @mugedredd
    @mugedredd Před 3 lety +2

    Z édition... +1 i have one too

  • @yuzyuzu373
    @yuzyuzu373 Před 2 lety

    Is it same engine with GSXR 1100 ?

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 2 lety +2

      Yes, but the bore is slightly bigger and the engine is tuned for torque rather than horsepower.

  • @moto_verde3833
    @moto_verde3833 Před 3 lety +1

    Hmmm so more bikes = more happiness and better quality of life... Gotcha, gonna hit the wife with this philosophy.

  • @Foozefighter
    @Foozefighter Před 2 lety

    my only complaint was fuel mileage, but i was sure it wasnt tuned correctly

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 2 lety

      I get about 37 in the current tune.

    • @Foozefighter
      @Foozefighter Před 2 lety

      @@TimKreitzAdventures ok, i got about 35 keeping it between below 3000rpm in town and 60mph tops on the freeway, the bike was awesome but i had to sell it because i moved to a farm, there are no tar roads here so you can imagine how bad it is, now i got a xt660r which i drive to town, it gives me 52mpg

  • @roadsidechannel7542
    @roadsidechannel7542 Před 3 lety +1

    If I had enough garage space, I'd own 26 bikes.

  • @AngelLoeza
    @AngelLoeza Před 3 lety +1

    Id swap the headlights

  • @calicojack7264
    @calicojack7264 Před 3 lety

    i Bought led bulbs ebay they have the fans on the back they are very bright are legal.

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety

      Do you happen to have a part number for those? I'm definitely going LED at some point.

  • @Jandejongjong
    @Jandejongjong Před 3 lety

    4:33 my tip so they know your comming.
    Get rid of demper.

  • @motomehanicar459
    @motomehanicar459 Před 3 lety

    Put some HID's or LED bulbs and that's it.

  • @sinistersilverado965
    @sinistersilverado965 Před rokem

    I have a 2000 Bandit 1200

  • @Benne_
    @Benne_ Před 3 lety +1

    me just watching this bc I want to learn about my dads bike and I'm 13:)

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 3 lety +1

      Your dad has great taste in bikes!

    • @Benne_
      @Benne_ Před 3 lety +1

      @@TimKreitzAdventures he bought it 2 days ago it is from 2006

  • @michaelcarmean4906
    @michaelcarmean4906 Před rokem +1

    💥 I’m Sure Glad ✅ I Have Seven💥

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před rokem +1

      You can't have too many motorcycles. At least that's what I keep telling my wife. :-D

    • @michaelcarmean4906
      @michaelcarmean4906 Před rokem +1

      @@TimKreitzAdventures TK… Right @ 3 My Wife Said Isn’t That Enough and I Snuck In 4 More ✅ No More Room In Garage

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před rokem +1

      @@michaelcarmean4906 😀

  • @russellvonastel7111
    @russellvonastel7111 Před rokem

    Change to LEDs

  • @10RFuentes
    @10RFuentes Před 8 měsíci

    Dude run LED bulbs

    • @TimKreitzAdventures
      @TimKreitzAdventures  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Installed LEDs three years ago, right after I made this video. They work nicely.