Positioned in Suzuki's enduro - offroad motorcycle lineup, the 2011 Suzuki DR-Z400S features a 398 cc (24.3 cu in) oil & air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration.
On the scales, the DR-Z400S measures 144 kg (317 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 935 mm (36.8 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,485 mm (58.5 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 10-liter (2.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Suzuki archive, this model family spans 18 indexed model years from 2004 to 2024, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
935 mm (36.8 in)
Engine
Displacement398.0 ccm (24.29 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Mikuni™ BSR36 CV-type
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionElectronic ignition
CoolingOil & air
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchMagnesium-alloy clutch
DrivelineChain, RK520KZ0, 112 links
Chassis
Frame TypeNarrow chrome-moly steel frame
Front SuspensionTelescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Front Travel260 mm (10.2 inches)
Rear SuspensionLink type, coil spring, oil damped
Rear Travel260 mm (10.2 inches)
Wheelbase1485 mm (58.5 inches)
Ground Clearance300 mm (11.8 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre80/90-M21
Rear Tyre120/90-M18
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø250 mm (9.8 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.144.0 kg (317.5 pounds)
Seat Height935 mm (36.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length2310 mm (90.9 inches)
Overall Width875 mm (34.4 inches)
Fuel Capacity10.00 litres (2.64 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsWhite
InstrumentsCompact digital instrument cluster with speedometer, odometer, twin-trip meters with addition/subtraction capability, clock, timer and stopwatch functions.
LightOn-road legal lighting with bright 60/55 watt H4 halogen headlight.
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Seat Height
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
