New Suzuki Bandit 1250 GT aimed at long-distance touring

Suzuki only decided the night before the show opened to reveal its new Bandit 1250 GT in Birmingham.

The machine, which will go on sale as a complete bike, is basically a Bandit 1250S, but with a selection of options aimed at turning the all-rounder into a proper touring bike.

By adding a full fairing, Suzuki has given the Bandit much improved wind protection for long-distance riding, while panniers and a topbox mean it’s gained the luggage capacity to rival purpose-designed touring bikes.

More information is expected soon.

 

To see what other extras the 1250GT has read next weeks MCN, out Wednesday 18th November

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