Suzuki GSX 400 vs Honda CB 450 N (1988)

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

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX 400Honda CB 450 N
Model year19801988
Price
Engine399 cc447 cc
Horsepower27 hp43 hp
Weight176 kg
Fuel capacity3.7 L4.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discDouble disc
Rear brakesExpanding brakeSingle disc
Tires3.00-18 / 3.75-18 3.60-19 / 4.10-18

Suzuki GSX 400 vs Honda CB 450 N — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX 400 and the Honda CB 450 N usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX 400 brings 27 hp, while the Honda CB 450 N counters with 43 hp at 176 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: