Suzuki DR-Z 400S: review, history, specs

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Suzuki DR-Z 400S
Manufacturer Suzuki
Production 2000
Class Enduro
Engine Liquid-cooled, four Stroke, single cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder
Bore / Stroke 89.9mm x 89.9mm
Compression ratio 11.3:1
Horse Power 39.96 HP (29.8 KW) @ 8500RPM
Torque 28.77 ft/lbs (39.0 Nm) @ 6600RPM
Fuel system Mikuni BSR36 Carburetor
Transmission Gear box: 5-Speed

Final Drive: Chain

Clutch: Wet multi-disc
Suspension Front: Telescopic Fork
Rear: Link-type, Fully Adjustable Spring Preload
Brakes Front: Single 250 Mm Disc 2 Piston Caliper
Rear: Single 220 Mm Disc 1 Piston Caliper
Front Tire 80/100-21
Rear Tire 120/90-18
Wheelbase 56.69 inches (1440 mm)
Dimensions L 90.91 inches (2309 mm)
W 34.41 inches (874 mm)
Seat height 36.81 inches (935 mm)
Weight  (dry), 140.0 kg (wet)
Manuals Service Manual
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The Suzuki DR-Z 400S was a Liquid-cooled, four Stroke, single cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder Enduro motorcycle produced by Suzuki in 2000. Max torque was 28.77 ft/lbs (39.0 Nm) @ 6600 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 39.96 HP (29.8 KW) @ 8500 RPM.

Engine

A 89.9mm bore x 89.9mm stroke result in a displacement of just 398.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive

The bike has a 5-Speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-disc.

Chassis

It came with a 80/100-21 front tire and a 120/90-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single 250 Mm Disc 2 Piston Caliper in the front and a Single 220 Mm Disc 1 Piston Caliper in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic Fork while the rear was equipped with a Link-type, Fully Adjustable Spring Preload. The wheelbase was 56.69 inches (1440 mm) long.

2000 Suzuki DR-Z 400S

2000 Suzuki DR-Z 400S

The DR-Z 400S, DR-Z 400E and DR-Z 400 are identical, except for the electric starter on the E version.The kick start on DR-Z 400S has claimed dry weight of 113 Kg (249 pouds). Off-road or on the street, the DR-Z 400S provides strong torque across the powerband and amazing throttle response. And it features remarkably smooth performance, complemented by conveniences such as electric starting and a compact, easy-to-read instrument cluster.

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