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

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Suzuki DR-Z 400S
Manufacturer
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
Horsepower 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)
Length 90.91 inches (2309 mm)
Width 34.41 inches (874 mm)
Seat Height 36.81 inches (935 mm)
Weight 140.0 kg (wet)
Recommended Oil Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40
Manuals Service Manual


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[edit | edit source]

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

Drive[edit | edit source]

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

Chassis[edit | edit source]

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[edit | edit source]

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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