Suzuki GS 400 E vs Kawasaki Ninja® ZX™-4R ABS (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GS 400 Estacks up against the Kawasaki Ninja® ZX™-4R ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GS 400 EKawasaki Ninja® ZX™-4R ABS
Model year19812026
Price$9,299
Engine398 cc399 cc
Horsepower27 hp
Weight174 kg
Seat height800 mm
Fuel capacity3.7 L15.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speedManual, 6 speed, Chain
Front brakesSingle discDual Hydraulic Disc
Rear brakesExpanding brakeHydraulic Disc
Tires3.00-18 / 3.50-18 Dunlop® Sportmax: 120/70ZR17 (58W) / Dunlop® Sportmax: 160/60ZR17 (69W)

Suzuki GS 400 E vs Kawasaki Ninja® ZX™-4R ABS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GS 400 E and the Kawasaki Ninja® ZX™-4R ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GS 400 E brings 27 hp, while the Kawasaki Ninja® ZX™-4R ABS counters with its own power figure at 174 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: