KTM 400 EXC Racing vs Suzuki DR-Z400S (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM 400 EXC Racingstacks up against the Suzuki DR-Z400S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKTM 400 EXC RacingSuzuki DR-Z400S
Model year20072026
Price$7,499
Engine398 cc398 cc
Horsepower39 hp
Torque39 Nm
Weight114 kg144 kg
Seat height36 mm935 mm
Fuel capacity10.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed manual
Front brakesSingle discSingle 250mm disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle 220mm disc
Tires90/90-21 / 140/80-18 80/100-21 front, 120/90-18 rear

KTM 400 EXC Racing vs Suzuki DR-Z400S — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM 400 EXC Racing and the Suzuki DR-Z400S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM 400 EXC Racing brings its published horsepower in a 114 kg package, while the Suzuki DR-Z400S counters with 39 hp at 144 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: