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Bandit 600S 2000 vs Tracer 9 GT+ 2025

If straight-line speed is your priority, the Tracer 9 GT+ takes the lead. With 37 HP more than the Bandit 600S, it offers a more spirited ride that will be noticeable on highway overtakes or track days. When it comes to agility, the Bandit 600S has a clear advantage. Weighing in 14kg less than the Tracer 9 GT+, it will feel significantly easier to handle in low-speed traffic, parking maneuvers, and twisty corners. Riders with a shorter inseam should lean towards the Bandit 600S. Its seat height is 45mm lower than the Tracer 9 GT+, making it much easier to flat-foot at stoplights and increasing confidence during stops. Bottom Line: While both are capable, the tracer9 offers a superior power-to-weight ratio, making it the more exciting machine for experienced riders.

Suzuki Bandit 600S 2000Bandit 600S
2000599 cc • 80 hp
Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ 2025Tracer 9 GT+
2025890 cc • 117.4 hp
SpecBandit 600STracer 9 GT+
Displacement599890
Power80117.4
Cylinders43
Weight218232
Seat height800845
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