Moto-Data

Suzuki GS 400 (1978)

Comparison technical specifications


Add bike
1978 Suzuki GS 400
Remove bike
Make: Suzuki
Model: GS 400
Years: 1978
Engine: Four stroke, parallel twin cylinders, DOHC, 2 valve per cylinder.
Capacity: 398 cc / 24.2 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 65 x 60 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 9:1
Induction: 2 x Mikuni BS34 carburetors
Ignition: Conventional type non-transistor
Starting: Electric and kick-start.
Max Power: 25.4 kW / 34 hp / @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque: 30 Nm / 2.94 kpm / 22.1 lb-ft @ 7000 rpm
Clutch: Wet multi-plate type
Transmission: 6 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Primary Drive Ratio: 2.714
Final Drive Ratio: 2.461
Gear Ratio: 1st 2.461 / 2nd 1.777 / 3rd 1.380 / 4th 1.125 / 5th 0.961 / 6th 0.851:1
Frame: Double cradle tube
Front Suspension: Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear Suspension: Swing arm, coil spring (5-way adjustable), oil damped
Front Brakes: Single 270 mm disc, 1 piston caliper
Rear Brakes: 160mm Drum
Front Tyre: 3.00-18
Rear Tyre: 3.50-18
Dimensions: Length 2085 mm / 82.1 in Width 835 mm / 32.9 in Height 1125 mm / 44.3 in
Wheelbase: 1385 mm / 54.5 in
Seat Height: 790 mm / 31.1 in
Ground Clearance: 170 mm / 6.7 in
Dry Weight: 172 kg / 378 lbs
Wet Weight: 185.0 kg / 408 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 14 Litres / 3.7 US gal / 3.1 Imp gal