Suzuki GSX 400 L vs Honda CMX 450 Rebel (1986)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSX 400 Lstacks up against the Honda CMX 450 Rebel. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX 400 LHonda CMX 450 Rebel
Model year19821986
Price
Engine399 cc447 cc
Horsepower27 hp38 hp
Weight174 kg
Seat height27 mm
Fuel capacity3.0 L3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires3.60-19 / 4.60-16 100/90-18 56S tubeless / 140/90-18 70S tubeless

Suzuki GSX 400 L vs Honda CMX 450 Rebel — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX 400 L and the Honda CMX 450 Rebel usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX 400 L brings 27 hp, while the Honda CMX 450 Rebel counters with 38 hp 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: