Suzuki DR-Z 4SM+ vs Triumph Thruxton 400 (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki DR-Z 4SM+stacks up against the Triumph Thruxton 400. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki DR-Z 4SM+Triumph Thruxton 400
Model year20262026
Price$9,299$6,295
Engine398 cc398 cc
Weight183 kg
Seat height890 mm795 mm
Fuel capacity8.0 L13.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual, 5 speed, ChainManual, 6 speed, Chain
Front brakesHydraulic DiscHydraulic Disc
Rear brakesHydraulic DiscHydraulic Disc
TiresDunlop® Sportmax Q5A 120/70 R17 M/C 58H / Dunlop® Sportmax Q5A 140/70 R17 M/C 66HPirelli® Diablo Rosso IV: 110/70 R17 / Pirelli® Diablo Rosso IV: 150/60 R17

Suzuki DR-Z 4SM+ vs Triumph Thruxton 400 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki DR-Z 4SM+ and the Triumph Thruxton 400 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki DR-Z 4SM+ brings its published horsepower, while the Triumph Thruxton 400 counters with its own power figure at 183 kg. On price, the Triumph Thruxton 400 has the lower MSRP.

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: