Suzuki DR Z400S

Production years: 2017–2024
Brand: Suzuki

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SUZUKI DR-Z400S (2019-2024)

Selected year: 2024

Technical specifications

Engine capacity: 398 cm³
Power: 40 hp (30 kW)
Wet weight: 144 kg
Seat height: 935 mm

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Overview

The Suzuki DR Z400S is a dual-sport motorcycle produced from 2017 to 2024. The 2024 model uses a liquid-cooled 398 cm³, single-cylinder, four-stroke engine with 40 hp (30 kW); it weighs 144 kg wet and 132 kg dry.

Its 935 mm seat and 300 mm ground clearance give it a tall stance, while 287 mm of front and 295 mm of rear wheel travel help the suspension handle uneven ground. Front damping is adjustable and the rear spring preload can be adjusted. Electric starting is convenient, but the 10 L fuel tank leaves limited fuel aboard; the chain final drive needs periodic cleaning and adjustment.

Specifications

Engine

Bore x stroke: 90.0 x 62.6 mm
Engine capacity: 398 cm³
Compression ratio: 11.3:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Fuel system: Carburettor
Ignition: Electronic ignition (CDI)
Lubrication system: Semi-dry sump
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 4

Performance and transmission

Power: 40 hp (30 kW)
Power weight ratio: 0.3030 HP/kg (dry)
Chain size: 520
Clutch: Wet, multiplate. Magnesium-alloy.
Final drive: Chain
Gearbox: Manual 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual

Dimensions and weight

Dry weight: 132 kg
Fuel capacity: 10 L
Ground clearance: 300 mm
Overall height: 1,230 mm
Overall length: 2,310 mm
Overall width: 875 mm
Seat height: 935 mm
Wet weight: 144 kg
Wheelbase: 1,485 mm

Chassis and suspension

Frame: Chrome-moly steel tubes
Front suspension: Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped, adjustable damping force
Front wheel travel: 287 mm
Rake: 27.2°
Rear suspension: Link type, coil spring, oil damped, adjustable spring preload
Rear wheel travel: 295 mm
Trail: 107 mm

Brakes and wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. Floating rotor, dual-piston caliper
Front brakes diameter: 250 mm
Front tyre: 80/100-21
Rear brakes: Single disc. Single-piston
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm
Rear tyre: 120/90-18

Colours and equipment

Colours: Champion Yellow, Solid Black
Warranty: 12

Model years

No recorded specification changes between model years.

Specification
Engine capacity	398 cm³	398 cm³	398 cm³	398 cm³	398 cm³	398 cm³
Power	40 hp (30 kW)	40 hp (30 kW)	40 hp (30 kW)	40 hp (30 kW)	40 hp (30 kW)	40 hp (30 kW)
Wet weight	144 kg	144 kg	144 kg	144 kg	144 kg	144 kg
Seat height	935 mm	935 mm	935 mm	935 mm	935 mm	935 mm
Fuel capacity	10 L	10 L	10 L	10 L	10 L	10 L

Pros and cons

Advantages

Long-travel suspension
With 287 mm of front and 295 mm of rear travel, the suspension has room to absorb rough terrain.
Adjustable suspension
Adjustable front damping and rear spring preload let riders tune the suspension to suit conditions and load.
Electric start
Electric starting makes firing the engine easier than relying on a kick starter.

Things to consider

Tall seat
At 935 mm, the seat can make it difficult for shorter riders to put their feet down at a stop.
Small fuel tank
The 10 L tank means there is less fuel aboard between stops.
Chain maintenance
The chain final drive needs regular cleaning and adjustment.

Rider fit

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Seat height: 935 mmInseam 78.9 cm

Seat height: 935 mm

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Estimated ground reach

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Seat height

935 mm

Approx. loaded height

905 mm

Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.