Honda XR 400 R vs Yamaha DT 400 MX (2004)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda XR 400 Rstacks up against the Yamaha DT 400 MX. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XR 400 RYamaha DT 400 MX
Model year20041979
Price$5,299
Engine397 cc397 cc
Horsepower21 hp
Seat height37 mm
Fuel capacity2.5 L2.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Tires80/90-21 / 110/90-18 3.00-21 / 4.00-18

Honda XR 400 R vs Yamaha DT 400 MX — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XR 400 R and the Yamaha DT 400 MX usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda XR 400 R brings its published horsepower, while the Yamaha DT 400 MX counters with 21 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: