2017 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Additional Features

• A pouch on the rear fender carries the tool kit and owner’s manual
• Special design mirrors rotate to avoid damage in case of impact
• Genuine Suzuki accessories include a low profile seat, cargo rack, hand guard set and more

Chassis Features

• A narrow frame combines thin chrome-moly steel tubes for exceptional torsional rigidity with minimal weight. The backbone tube, front down tube and steering head gussets form the dry-sump engine oil tank. A bolt-on aluminum sub-frame helps reduce weight and simplify maintenance
• Long travel (11.3 in.), 49 mm cartridge-style forks with protective rubber boots, feature adjustable compression / rebound damping and adjustable spring preload for smooth performance on all types of on / off-road terrain
• Rear shock absorber features 11.6 in. of travel, compression damping / preload adjustments and connects to a lightweight aluminum swingarm through a progressive linkage system
• Sure stopping power is supplied by a 250 mm front disc with a dual-piston caliper and a 220 mm rear disc brake with a single-piston caliper

Electrical Features

• Electric start system provides convenient operation and features a lightweight starter motor and a compact 6.5 amp maintenance-free battery
• Compact digital instrument cluster with speedometer, odometer, and twin-trip meters with addition / subtraction capability, clock, timer and stopwatch functions
• On-road legal lighting with bright 60 / 55 watt H4 halogen headlight, compact tail / stoplight, lightweight, rubber-mounted turn signals and horn

Engine Features

• A compact design, 398 cc, DOHC, liquid-cooled, dry-sump engine produces strong low-RPM power. Its compact 4-valve cylinder head features large 36 mm intake valves and 29 mm exhaust valves help produce broad, tractable power and torque ready for any terrain Suzuki Composite Electrochemical Materials (SCEM) cylinder is durable, lightweight and provides superior heat transfer
• Digitally mapped DC-CDI system monitors throttle position / engine rpm and adjusts ignition timing to maintain efficient combustion
• Forged aluminum piston is 10 percent lighter than a cast piston and receives additional oil-cooling through a crankcase oil jet
• A Mikuni™ 36 mm carburetor is fed by a 6-liter air box to achieve smooth throttle response. The left side cover has quick-release fasteners for easy access to the air filter
• Magnesium-alloy clutch, magneto and cam covers contribute to the bike’s low weight
• A compact 5-speed transmission utilizes a cable-operated clutch with separate outer cover for simplified clutch maintenance