Description
BREAKING NEW GROUND IN 4-STROKE DUAL-SPORT RIDING
The DR-Z400S is ideal for taking a ride down your favorite off-road trail. You’ll be impressed with the amount of torque coming from the 398cc liquid-cooled powerplant as well as the crisp handling from the adjustable suspension. This bike is completely street legal with an electric start and easy-to-read instrument cluster. Whether you’re on the highway or in a tight twisty forest trail, the Suzuki DR-Z400S can’t be beat.
A COMPACT DESIGN
A compact design, 398cc, DOHC, liquid-cooled, dry-sump engine produces strong low-rpm power. Its compact, four-valve cylinder head features large 36mm intake valves and 29mm exhaust valves to help produce broad, tractable power and torque that’s ready for any terrain.
DC-CDI SYSTEM
Digitally-mapped DC-CDI system monitors throttle position/engine rpm and adjusts ignition timing to maintain efficient combustion.
ALUMINUM PISTON
Forged aluminum piston is 10 percent lighter than a cast piston and receives additional oil-cooling through a crankcase oil jet.
PAIR SYSTEM
The use of a PAIR (air supply) system to the exhaust helps the motorcycle achieve emissions compliance without affecting performance.
TRANSMISSION
Compact, five-speed transmission utilizes a cable-operated clutch with a separate magnesium outer cover for simplified clutch maintenance.
STOPPING POWER
Sure stopping power is supplied by a 250mm front disc with a dual-piston caliper and a 220mm rear disc brake with a single-piston caliper.
CARTRIDGE-STYLE FORKS
Long travel (11.3-inch), 49mm cartridge-style fork has protective rubber boots plus adjustable compression/rebound damping and adjustable spring preload for smooth performance on all types of on- and off-road terrain.
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
Rear shock absorber features 11.6 inches of travel, compression damping/preload adjustments, and connects to a lightweight aluminum swingarm through a progressive linkage system.
WHEELS
Spoke-style 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wheels with new blacked-out aluminum rims are fitted with Dunlop D208 dual-purpose tires. The wheels are sized perfectly to accept popular dual sport tires and are set up to accept rim-locks when a more aggressive tread pattern is used.
NARROW FRAME
A narrow frame combines thin chrome-moly steel tubes for exceptional torsional rigidity with minimal weight. The backbone tube, front down tube, and steering head gussets form the dry-sump engine oil tank. A bolt-on aluminum sub-frame helps reduce weight and simplify maintenance.
COMPACT DIGITAL INSTRUMENT
Digital instrument includes speedometer, odometer, dual tripmeters with addition/subtraction functions, clock and stopwatch.
LIGHTING
On-road legal lighting includes bright 60/55-watt H4 halogen headlight, compact tail/stoplight, lightweight, rubber-mounted turn signals, and horn.
ADDITONAL FEATURES
A pouch on the rear fender carries the tool kit, owner’s manual, or other cargo.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, single cylinder, DOHC |
| Displacement | 398cc |
| Bore x Stroke | 90.0mm x 62.6mm (3.5in x2.5in) |
| Compression Ratio | 11.3 : 1 |
| Fuel System | Carbureted |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Dry-Sump|Dry-Sump |
| Ignition | Electronic ignition (CDI) |
| Transmission | 5-speed constant mesh |
| Length | 2310 mm (90.9 in) |
| Width | 875 mm (34.4 in) |
| Height | 1230 mm (48.4 in) |
| Wheelbase | 1485 mm (58.5 in) |
| Seat Height | 935 mm (36.8 in) |
| Curb Mass | 144 kg (317 lbs) |
| Suspension Front | Telescopic, coil Spring, oil damped |
| Suspension Rear | Link type, coil spring, oil damped |
| Brakes Front | Disc |
| Brakes Rear | Disc |
| Tires Front | 80/100-21 M/C 51P, tube type |
| Tires Rear | 120/90-18 M/C 65P, tube type |
| Fuel Tank | 10.0L (2.6 US gal) |