Suzuki GSR 400 vs Honda CB400A (2017)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSR 400stacks up against the Honda CB400A. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSR 400Honda CB400A
Model year20122017
Price
Engine398 cc399 cc
Horsepower61 hp52 hp
Torque39 Nm38 Nm
Weight210 kg195 kg
Seat height31 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity4.2 L4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble discDouble disc. ABS. Four-piston Nissin hydraulic callipers.
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. ABS. Single-piston Nissin hydraulic calliper.
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 120/60-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17

Suzuki GSR 400 vs Honda CB400A — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSR 400 and the Honda CB400A usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSR 400 brings 61 hp in a 210 kg package, while the Honda CB400A counters with 52 hp at 195 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: