Suzuki DR-Z 4S Base vs KTM SMC 390 R (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki DR-Z 4S Basestacks up against the KTM SMC 390 R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki DR-Z 4S BaseKTM SMC 390 R
Model year20252026
Price$6,049
Engine398 cc398 cc
Weight151 kg154 kg
Seat height860 mm
Fuel capacity9.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual, 6 speed, Chain
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDisc
TiresIRC GP-400 80/100 R21 51P / IRC GP-400 120/80 R18 62PMichelin® Power 6 110/70 R17 / Michelin® Power 6 150/60 R17

Suzuki DR-Z 4S Base vs KTM SMC 390 R — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki DR-Z 4S Base and the KTM SMC 390 R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki DR-Z 4S Base brings its published horsepower in a 151 kg package, while the KTM SMC 390 R counters with its own power figure at 154 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: