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| The 400 Bandit was born in 1990. Compact and
light it is a very adaptable bike, pleasant to use about town
and a dream on the open road where the nature of the engine and
the balance of the bike makes it possible to connect with the
curves with precision and delight. |
| The engine is derived from the GSX-R 400 and
offers a good reliable service. The revvy engine likes to buzz
and you only feel the power kick in from about 6000 revs. Over
this the motor is happy to run all day and can do 100mph up the
motorways without a care. The 400 is a much sort after bike in
the UK and thanks to the grey imports there is a lot about. |
| Officially released in the UK in 1995 for about
6 months, the 400 came as standard with single front disc, mild
steel exhaust system, large bulky indicators, a rather large
rear fender and handlebars a little like monkey bars. It is
hardly surprising that most people looking to buy the 400 go for
the Jap import which came as standard with a full stainless
exhaust system, twin disc, clip-ons, small bullet indicators and
no rear fender. All in all, a more exciting bike to look at. |
| The 400 is a very easy bike to maintain. The
variable valve model has a lot more checks in the motor but with
regular service you should not get major problems. A service
manual is available for all models written in English which is
nice to know! |
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