Oil and filter change
≈ 6,000 km or 1 year
JASO MA or MA2 approved four-stroke motorcycle oil (JASO MB on scooters): an “energy conserving” car oil makes the wet clutch slip. Change it more often in city use or on track.
Source [1]GSF1200 Bandit · 2001–2006
Suzuki GSF1200 Bandit 1157 · 98 hp (2001 to 2006)
The Suzuki GSF1200 Bandit 1157 uses the Suzuki 1157 air-oil petrol engine with 98 hp.
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Technical specifications
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Power
- 98 PS / 72 kW
- Displacement
- 1 157 cm³
- Cylinders
- 4
- Engine code
- Suzuki 1157 air-oil
- Period covered
- 2001–2006
- Documented market
- Europe
Transmission
- Manual · 5 speeds
Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.
Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet
This version
98 hp (72 kW), chain final drive, 5-speed manual. Built from 2001 to 2006.
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Body style and inspection points
On a motorcycle, tyres, final drive and brakes matter as much as the oil change. Check the tyre manufacturing date, steering-head play and fork-tube seals; an oil film on a tube means a fork seal needs replacing. A notched steering bearing can be felt when braking at low speed.
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Comparing generations
Other documented generations of this model: • GSF1250 Bandit (2007–2016) : naked bike, 98–98 hp. A first registration near a generation change does not identify the car on its own: check the body style and powertrain before using a service schedule.
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Maintenance and records
≈: estimated reference — the vehicle’s service indicator prevails.
Brake fluid
Every 2 years
Replace the fluid in both circuits (and the hydraulic clutch if fitted), whatever the mileage; dark fluid has absorbed moisture.
Source [1]Fork oil
≈ 30,000 km
Fork oil change and seal check; an oil film on the tubes means a seal needs replacing before it contaminates the brake caliper.
Source [1]Chain kit (chain and sprockets)
≈ 25,000 km
Lubricate and check the tension every 500 to 1,000 km and after rain; replace chain and sprockets together when the chain no longer holds its tension or the teeth are hooked.
Source [1]Spark plugs
Every 12,000 km
Replace the full set; worn plugs raise consumption and cause misfires.
Source [1]Air filter
Every 18,000 km
Replace more often in dusty conditions.
Source [1]Valve clearance
Every 24,000 km
Check and adjust if needed, often together with the plugs; too little clearance burns the valves, too much makes the engine noisy.
Source [1]Questions about this version (3)
Which engine is in the Suzuki GSF1200 Bandit 1157?
The Suzuki 1157 air-oil petrol engine (1 157 cc), 98 hp (72 kW).
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Which oil for the Suzuki Bandit 1200 / 1250 1157?
A JASO MA2 10W-40 four-stroke motorcycle oil suited to the Suzuki 1157 air-oil engine.
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How do I check this page matches my car?
This page covers Suzuki Bandit 1200 / 1250 · GSF1200 Bandit 1157 98 hp, naked bike, 2001–2006, with 98 hp (72 kW), Suzuki 1157 air-oil, 1 157 cm³, 5-speed manual, 2001–2006. Compare these details with the registration document and gearbox identification. The designation Suzuki 1157 air-oil may cover several revisions: a VIN is still needed to confirm part numbers.
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Documentary sources
- [1] Rédaction AutoKarnet
AutoKarnet · FR · Europe · Synthèse éditoriale AutoKarnet · Accessed 09/10/2026