Suzuki SV 400N: history, specs, pictures
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| Suzuki SV 400N | |
| Manufacturer | |
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| Production | 1984 |
| Class | Naked |
| Engine | Four stroke, V-twin, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Bore / Stroke | 81.3mm x 81.3mm |
| Compression ratio | 11.8:1 |
| Horsepower | 52.97 HP (39.5 KW) @ 10500RPM |
| Torque | 30.24 ft/lbs (41.0 Nm) @ 8000RPM |
| Fuel System | Fuel injection |
| Transmission | Gear box: 6-Speed Final Drive: Chain |
| Suspension | Front: 41mm Telescopic forks Rear: Monoshock, preload adjustable |
| Brakes | Front: Double discs 290 mm Rear: Single disc 240 mm |
| Front Tire | 120/60 -17 |
| Rear Tire | 160/60 -17 |
| Wheelbase | 55.71 inches (1415 mm) |
| Length | 80.12 inches (2035 mm) |
| Width | 30.31 inches (770 mm) |
| Seat Height | 30.91 inches (785 mm) |
| Weight | 172.0 kg (wet) |
| Recommended Oil | Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40 |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Suzuki SV 400N was a Four stroke, V-twin, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder Naked motorcycle produced by Suzuki in 1984. Max torque was 30.24 ft/lbs (41.0 Nm) @ 8000 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 52.97 HP (39.5 KW) @ 10500 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
A 81.3mm bore x 81.3mm stroke result in a displacement of just 399.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 6-Speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet, multiplate.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 120/60 -17 front tire and a 160/60 -17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Double discs 290 mm in the front and a Single disc 240 mm in the rear. The front suspension was a 41mm Telescopic forks while the rear was equipped with a Monoshock, preload adjustable. The wheelbase was 55.71 inches (1415 mm) long.
1984 - 2004 Suzuki SV 400N[edit | edit source]
The Suzuki SV 400N, launched in 1994, had a liquid-cooled 90° V-twin engine, mounted in an lightweight (aluminum) trellis frame, similar to the TL 1000S. Two model version were available, the naked SV 400N with a single round headlight, and the SV 400S, with top fairing and two headlight and some other differences, like lower handlebars.