Suzuki DR-Z 400SM
- Production years
- 2005–2016
- Brand
- Suzuki
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Selected year: 2016
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 398 cm³
- Power
- 40 hp (30 kW)
- Wet weight
- 146 kg
- Seat height
- 855 mm
Overview
The Suzuki DR-Z 400SM is a supermoto in the DR-Z family, produced from 2005 to 2016. The 2016 model has a 398 cm³ liquid-cooled, four-stroke single producing 40 hp (30 kW), and weighs 146 kg wet.
Its 855 mm seat is lower than the 890 mm seat used for 2015, making it easier to reach the ground. The 260 mm ground clearance leaves room beneath the motorcycle on uneven surfaces, while the electric starter avoids kick-starting; the 9.8 L fuel tank can mean earlier fuel stops on longer rides.
Specifications
Engine
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
- CDI
- Lubrication system
- Dry sump
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Power
- 40 hp (30 kW)
- Power weight ratio
- 0.2985 HP/kg (dry)
- Clutch
- Multi-plate, wet type, manual release
- Final drive
- Chain
- Gearbox
- Manual 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Dry weight
- 134 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 9.8 L
- Ground clearance
- 260 mm
- Overall height
- 1,200 mm
- Overall length
- 2,225 mm
- Seat height
- 855 mm
- Wet weight
- 146 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,460 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Frame
- Chrome-moly steel frame
- Front suspension
- Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
- Rear suspension
- Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-17
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Rear tyre
- 140/70-17
Colours and equipment
Colours and equipment
- Colours
- Solid Special White/Solid Black
- Warranty
- 12
Model years
2008
Power: 32 hp (24 kW) → 40 hp (30 kW)
2010
Engine capacity: 398 cm³ → 396 cm³
2011
Engine capacity: 396 cm³ → 398 cm³
2013
Fuel capacity: 10 L → 9.8 L
2016
Seat height: 890 mm → 855 mm
| 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 | 146 kg | 146 kg | 146 kg | 146 kg | 146 kg | 146 kg |
| Seat height | 890 mm | 890 mm | 890 mm | 890 mm | 890 mm | 855 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 10 L | 10 L | 9.8 L | 9.8 L | 9.8 L | 9.8 L |
Pros and cons
Advantages
Manageable mass
At 146 kg wet, it is relatively easy to push around and maneuver at low speed.
Lower seat for 2016
The 855 mm seat height gives a shorter reach than the 890 mm seat on the 2015 model.
Electric starting
Push-button starting means there is no kick-start routine.
Things to consider
Small fuel tank
The 9.8 L tank carries a limited amount of fuel, which can bring fuel stops sooner on longer rides.
Chain final drive
The chain needs regular cleaning and adjustment.
Rider fit
Rider fit calculator
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Estimated from your height: 79 cm
How to measure
Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.
Estimated ground reach
Tiptoes likely; one-foot stops may feel easier
Plan to use a one-foot stop and test the motorcycle before buying.
Seat height
855 mm
Approx. loaded height
825 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.
Fuel range calculator
Enter your expected fuel consumption to estimate the distance on a full tank, with or without a fuel reserve.
Tank 9.8 L at 5.5 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
178 km
With 10% reserve
160 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
What is the engine capacity of the 2016 Suzuki DR-Z 400SM?
It has a 398 cm³, liquid-cooled, four-stroke single-cylinder engine.
How much power does the 2016 Suzuki DR-Z 400SM make?
It produces 40 hp (30 kW).
How much does the Suzuki DR-Z 400SM weigh?
Its wet weight is 146 kg.
How tall is the seat on the 2016 Suzuki DR-Z 400SM?
The seat height is 855 mm.
