GSF 400 Bandit

1993 Suzuki GSF 400 Bandit Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Suzuki for the motorcycle segment, the 1993 Suzuki GSF 400 Bandit relies on a 398 cc (24.3 cu in) in-line four, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 54 HP (39.4 kW) at 11,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 37.3 Nm (27.5 lb-ft) at 9,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 135.7 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (9,500 rpm) and peak power (11,000 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the GSF 400 Bandit measures 165 kg (364 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.33 HP/kg (3.06 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 770 mm (30.3 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance. The 16-liter (4.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Within MotoLibrary's Suzuki archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 1993 to 1997, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.