SWM VA 400 Z vs Yamaha FZS 400 Fazer (2022)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the SWM VA 400 Zstacks up against the Yamaha FZS 400 Fazer. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSWM VA 400 ZYamaha FZS 400 Fazer
Model year20221997
Price
Engine399 cc399 cc
Horsepower53 hp
Torque38 Nm
Weight144 kg177 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity4.4 L4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. ABS. BremboDouble disc. Brembo 4-piston calipers
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS. Brembo.Single disc. 2-piston caliper
Tires110/70-17 / 150/60-17 110/70-R 17 54H / 160/60-R 17 69H

SWM VA 400 Z vs Yamaha FZS 400 Fazer — which should you buy?

Picking between the SWM VA 400 Z and the Yamaha FZS 400 Fazer usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the SWM VA 400 Z brings its published horsepower in a 144 kg package, while the Yamaha FZS 400 Fazer counters with 53 hp at 177 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: