The new issue of WHAT BIKE?, the British buyer's guide, has the new Bandits as the lead cover story. I don't think the mag has its own website (at least, I couldn't find one, but if I do, I'll update here), so I can't link you to the article. In summary:
Cover blurb: BEST EVER BANDIT--Top Value Suzuki Tested
Article synopsis (using as much original language as possible): Suzuki's new 1250 has "repeated the trick" of the oil-cooled behemoth that rewarded owners with easy-to-use performane, versatility, reliability and pretty much unrivaled value...in every sense a classic motorcycle. The new Bandit is altogether mor taut and steers more precisely. An agile beast...stiffer springs and damping in the forks and rea give a greater feel for what the tyres are doing. The new motor dishes out a heap of stomp, but the claimed 97bhp seems low. Whindblast at 90mph and above was harsh (get an aftermarket screen). The motor is still "quite tunable".
The B1200 is a "used bargain".
In the buying guide section, the B1250 (and 1250S) are noted as being "traffic twisters" and "fast--watch your licence"..."good all-rounder but looks a little dull". The B650s have similar comments, other than the "fast" bit.
MCN Is a sister site with the following review:
http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/bikereviews/searchresults/Bike-Reviews/Suzuki/Suzuki-GSF1250SF-Bandit-2007-current/?&R=EPI-89381
Topic: Bandit Cover Story--WHAT BIKE? (Spring 2007) (Read 2453 times)