Honda CB 400 SS vs Suzuki GSR 400 (2012)

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

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB 400 SSSuzuki GSR 400
Model year20022012
Price
Engine397 cc398 cc
Horsepower29 hp61 hp
Torque31 Nm39 Nm
Weight139 kg210 kg
Seat height31 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity2.9 L4.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discDouble disc
Rear brakesExpanding brakeSingle disc
Tires100/90-19 M/C 57S / 110/90-18 M/C 61S 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Honda CB 400 SS vs Suzuki GSR 400 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB 400 SS and the Suzuki GSR 400 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB 400 SS brings 29 hp in a 139 kg package, while the Suzuki GSR 400 counters with 61 hp at 210 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: