Suzuki RM400C: history, specs, pictures
The Suzuki RM400C was a single cylinder, two-stroke standard produced by Suzuki in 1978. It could reach a top speed of 92 mph (148 km/h). Max torque was 3.54 ft/lbs (4.8 Nm) @ 6000 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 42.11 HP (31.4 KW) @ 6500 RPM.
Suzuki RM400C | |
Manufacturer | |
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Also called | RM 400 C |
Production | 1978 |
Class | Motorcross |
Engine | single cylinder, two-stroke |
Bore / Stroke | 80.0mm x 80.0mm |
Top Speed | 92 mph (148 km/h) |
Horsepower | 42.11 HP (31.4 KW) @ 6500RPM |
Torque | 3.54 ft/lbs (4.8 Nm) @ 6000RPM |
Fuel System | carburetor. mikuni vm36ss |
Ignition | suzuki pei |
Transmission | Gear box: 5-speed Final Drive: chain |
Suspension | Front: telescopic coil spring air oil infinately adjustable damping Rear: suzuki tru-trac twin shocks gas/oil damping aluminum swinging arm |
Brakes | Front: expanding brake (drum brake) Rear: expanding brake (drum brake). full floating rear brake design |
Wheelbase | 57.09 inches (1450 mm) |
Length | 84.25 inches (2140 mm) |
Width | 34.84 inches (885 mm) |
Height | 48.23 inches (1225 mm) |
Weight | 231.49 pounds (105.0 Kg) (dry), |
Recommended Oil | Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40 |
Fuel Capacity | 2.25 Gallon (8.50 Liters) |
Manuals | Service Manual |
EngineEdit
The engine was a air cooled single cylinder, two-stroke. A 80.0mm bore x 80.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 402.0 cubic centimeters.
DriveEdit
The bike has a 5-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the wet multiplate type.
ChassisEdit
Stopping was achieved via expanding brake (drum brake) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake). full floating rear brake design in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopic coil spring air oil infinately adjustable damping while the rear was equipped with a suzuki tru-trac twin shocks gas/oil damping aluminum swinging arm. The RM400C was fitted with a 2.25 Gallon (8.50 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 231.49 pounds (105.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 57.09 inches (1450 mm) long.