#hansmuth

Suzuki Bandit. Quite an icon, that is a perfect reflection of Suzuki philosophy: a good and affordable motorcycle, with a brilliant engine coming from a full family of legendary oil-cooled units... It's just their way - to release a bike that is reliable, simple and priced just below the competition in the segment. I always liked the look of Suzuki Bandit. A definition of a modern UJM, packed with some traditional and dependable components, looking modest, but somehow attractive. No wonder that it became a market success. But it never became a customizer's choice It just didn't match any particular style or segment as a donor bike. The tank and a triangle frame near the head look cool, but it doesn't fit to make a cafe racer out of it. Single rear shock - also doesn't hit the retro vibe (that's why Inazuma was released). Scrambler? Engine range not good (only four-cylinder choices) - too heavy. Restomod? Classic? Too young. Read the full article