Suzuki GSX-R 400 vs Zündapp K 400 Kardan (1984)

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

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX-R 400Zündapp K 400 Kardan
Model year19841933
Price
Engine398 cc398 cc
Horsepower59 hp10 hp
Torque4 Nm
Weight152 kg164 kg
Fuel capacity3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Dual hydraulic disc, four piston calipersExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle disc. Single hydraulic disc, dual piston calipersExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires110/90-16 54h / 110/90-18 61h 3.50-19 / 3.50-19

Suzuki GSX-R 400 vs Zündapp K 400 Kardan — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX-R 400 and the Zündapp K 400 Kardan usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX-R 400 brings 59 hp in a 152 kg package, while the Zündapp K 400 Kardan counters with 10 hp at 164 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: