Suzuki GSX 400 Impulse vs Honda CBR 400 RR Fireblade (2005)

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

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX 400 ImpulseHonda CBR 400 RR Fireblade
Model year20051989
Price
Engine400 cc400 cc
Horsepower59 hp
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity3.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc
Rear brakesDouble disc

Suzuki GSX 400 Impulse vs Honda CBR 400 RR Fireblade — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX 400 Impulse and the Honda CBR 400 RR Fireblade usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX 400 Impulse brings its published horsepower, while the Honda CBR 400 RR Fireblade counters with 59 hp.

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: