Suzuki DR-Z400E vs KTM 400 LC4-E (2021)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki DR-Z400Estacks up against the KTM 400 LC4-E. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki DR-Z400EKTM 400 LC4-E
Model year20212000
Price
Engine398 cc398 cc
Horsepower34 hp
Weight138 kg136 kg
Seat height37 mm
Fuel capacity2.6 L3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Nissin twin-piston caliperSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Nissin single-piston caliperSingle disc
Tires80/70-21 / 110/90-18

Suzuki DR-Z400E vs KTM 400 LC4-E — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki DR-Z400E and the KTM 400 LC4-E usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki DR-Z400E brings its published horsepower in a 138 kg package, while the KTM 400 LC4-E counters with 34 hp at 136 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: