BMW R4 Series 3 vs Honda 400X (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the BMW R4 Series 3stacks up against the Honda 400X. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecBMW R4 Series 3Honda 400X
Model year19342016
Price
Engine398 cc399 cc
Horsepower14 hp46 hp
Torque37 Nm
Weight194 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity3.2 L4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Double disc. Four-piston. Optional ABS.
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc. Single-piston. Optional ABS.
Tires3.50-26.00 / 3.50-26.00 120/70-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17

BMW R4 Series 3 vs Honda 400X — which should you buy?

Picking between the BMW R4 Series 3 and the Honda 400X usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the BMW R4 Series 3 brings 14 hp, while the Honda 400X counters with 46 hp at 194 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: