Honda CB-1 vs Suzuki GSX 400 S (1991)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB-1stacks up against the Suzuki GSX 400 S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB-1Suzuki GSX 400 S
Model year19911988
Price
Engine399 cc399 cc
Horsepower50 hp27 hp
Fuel capacity4.0 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Tires110/70-17 / 140/70-17 3.00-18 / 3.75-18

Honda CB-1 vs Suzuki GSX 400 S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB-1 and the Suzuki GSX 400 S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB-1 brings 50 hp, while the Suzuki GSX 400 S counters with 27 hp.

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: