Suzuki RF 400 R: history, specs, pictures
The Suzuki RF 400 R was a Water-cooled, 4-cylinders, 4-stroke Sport Bike motorcycle produced by Suzuki in 1993. Max torque was 28.03 ft/lbs (38.0 Nm) @ 9500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 52.97 HP (39.5 KW) @ 11000 RPM.
'Suzuki RF 400 R' | |
Manufacturer | [[Suzuki]] |
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Production | 1993 |
Class | [[:Category:Sport Bike motorcycles|Sport Bike]] [[Category:Sport Bike motorcycles]] |
Engine | Water-cooled, 4-cylinders, 4-stroke |
Bore / Stroke | 40.4mm x 40.4mm |
Horsepower | 52.97 HP (39.5 KW) @ 11000RPM |
Torque | 28.03 ft/lbs (38.0 Nm) @ 9500RPM |
Fuel System | Carburetors |
Transmission | Gear box: 6-Speed Final Drive: Chain |
Suspension | Front: Telescopic forks Rear: Link type single shock |
Brakes | Front: Dual Disc With 4-piston Calipers Rear: Single Disc With 2-piston Calipers |
Front Tire | 120/70-17 |
Rear Tire | 160/60-17 |
Wheelbase | 56.3 inches (1430 mm) |
Length | 83.31 inches (2116 mm) |
Width | 28.31 inches (719 mm) |
Seat Height | 30.51 inches (775 mm) |
Weight | 169.0 kg (wet) |
Recommended Oil | Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40 |
Manuals | Service Manual |
Engine
A 40.4mm bore x 40.4mm stroke result in a displacement of just 398.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive
The bike has a 6-Speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-plate.
Chassis
It came with a 120/70-17 front tire and a 160/60-17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Dual Disc With 4-piston Calipers in the front and a Single Disc With 2-piston Calipers in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic forks while the rear was equipped with a Link type single shock. The wheelbase was 56.3 inches (1430 mm) long.
1993 - 1999 Suzuki RF 400 R
My Suzuki RF 400R was first introduced in 1993 and produced until 2000. For older model motorcycle foundation was taken Suzuki RF 600 , which received the engine from the Suzuki GSX-R 400 . Later on Suzuki RF 400R was raised and the motor from the 'Red' Suzuki GSF 400 Bandit - different versions of data VC designation on plastic, the cylinder head is red and red brake discs.