2023 DR-Z400SOverview
Riders will be impressed with the amount of torque coming from the 398cc, liquid-cooled powerplant, as well as the crisp handling from the adjustable suspension. This ultra-reliable bike is completely street legal, with an electric start and easy-to-read instrument cluster. Fully black, aluminum EXCEL rims laced with bright stainless-steel spokes are setup to accept rim locks if you want to move to serious DualSport rubber.
True to its Suzuki off-road heritage, the 2023 DR-Z400S is available with Champion Yellow body work that is augmented with blue and black graphics. Also new is Solid Black bodywork with contrasting black, silver, and yellow graphics make the bike stand out on the road, on the trail, or even when parked.
Whether you are on the highway or on a twisty forest path, the Suzuki DR-Z400S cannot be beat.
FEATURES
Compact, liquid-cooled, 398cc, single engine produces widespread power
A compact design, 398cc, DOHC, liquid-cooled, dry-sump engine produces strong low-rpm power. Its compact, four-valve cylinder head features large 36mm intake valves and 29mm exhaust valves to help produce broad, tractable power and torque that’s ready for any terrain.
TRANSMISSION FEATURES
Compact, five-speed transmission utilizes a cable-operated clutch with a separate magnesium outer cover for simplified clutch maintenance.
Low-maintenance, long-life sealed O-ring type drive chain produces minimal sounds when riding.
CHASSIS FEATURES
A narrow frame combines thin chrome-moly steel tubes for exceptional torsional rigidity with minimal weight. The backbone tube, front down tube, and steering head gussets form the dry-sump engine oil tank. A bolt-on aluminum sub-frame helps reduce weight and simplify maintenance.
Long travel (11.3-inch), 49mm cartridge-style fork has protective rubber boots plus adjustable compression/rebound damping and adjustable spring preload for smooth performance on all types of on- and off-road terrain.
Rear shock absorber features 11.6 inches of travel, compression damping/preload adjustments, and connects to a lightweight aluminum swingarm through a progressive linkage system.
Spoke-style 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wheels with new blacked-out aluminum rims are fitted with dual-purpose tires. The wheels are sized perfectly to accept popular dual sport tires and are set up to accept rim-locks when a more aggressive tread pattern is used.
Sure stopping power is supplied by a 250mm front disc with a dual-piston caliper and a 220mm rear disc brake with a single-piston caliper.
Special design mirrors rotate to avoid damage in case of impact.
A pouch on the rear fender carries the tool kit, owner’s manual, or other cargo.
Off-road inspired Suzuki Champion Yellow or Solid Black bodywork has daring contrasting graphics.
ELECTRICAL FEATURES
Electric start system provides convenient operation and features a lightweight starter motor and a compact, 6.5-amp, maintenance-free battery.
Compact digital instrument cluster includes speedometer, odometer, twin-trip meters with addition/subtraction capability, clock, timer, and stopwatch functions.
On-road legal lighting includes bright 60/55-watt H4 halogen headlight, compact tail/stoplight, lightweight, rubber-mounted turn signals, and horn.
Genuine Suzuki Accessories include a low-profile seat, cargo rack, handguard set, and more.
SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE
- Engine: 398cc, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, single cylinder, DOHC
- Bore x Stroke: 90.0 mm x 62.6 mm (3.54 in. x 2.44 in.)
- Compression Ratio: 11.3:1
- Fuel System: Mikuni BSR36, single carburetor
- Starter: Electric
- Lubrication: Semi-dry sump
DRIVETRAIN
- Clutch: Wet multi-plate
- Transmission: 5-speed constant mesh
- Final Drive: Chain, RK520KZ0, 112 links
CHASSIS
- Suspension Front: Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped, adjustable damping force
- Suspension Rear: Link type, coil spring, oil damped, adjustable spring preload and damping force
- Brakes Front: Disc brake, single rotor
- Brakes Rear: Disc brake, single rotor
- Tires Front: 80/100-21 M/C 51P, tube type
- Tires Rear: 120/90-18 M/C 65P, tube type
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 10.0 L (2.6 US gal.) / 9.5 L (2.5 US gal.) CA model
- Color: Champion Yellow No. 2 or Solid Black
ELECTRICAL
- Ignition: Electronic ignition (CDI)
- Spark Plug: NGK CR8E or DENSO U24ESR-N
- Headlight: 12V 60/55W (H4)
- Tail Light: 12V 21/5W
DIMENSIONS
- Overall Length: 2310 mm (90.9 in.)
- Overall Width: 875 mm (34.4 in.)
- Overall Height: 1230 mm (48.4 in.)
- Wheelbase: 1485 mm (58.5 in.)
- Ground Clearance: 300 mm (11.8 in.)
- Seat Height: 935 mm (36.8 in.)
- Curb Weight: 144 kg (317 lb.)
WARRANTY
- Warranty: 12-month limited warranty.
- Extension: Longer coverage periods with other benefits available through Suzuki Extended Protection (SEP)
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