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SV 400 S

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43 /100 Commuter
Power/Weight
0.31 hp/kg
Torque
41 Nm
Engine
400 ccm

2005 Suzuki SV 400 S Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 2005 Suzuki SV 400 S sport motorcycle, Suzuki utilizes a 400 cc (24.4 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 52.3 HP (38.2 kW) while maximum torque reaches 41 Nm (30.2 lb-ft), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 130.8 HP per liter, 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 SV 400 S measures 168 kg (370 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.31 HP/kg (3.21 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,430 mm (56.3 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. 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 2 indexed model years from 2002 to 2005, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
130.8 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.31 HP/kg (3.21 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement 400.0 ccm (24.41 cubic inches)
Engine Type V2, four-stroke
Engine Details V2, four-stroke
Power 52.3 HP (38.2 kW))
Torque 41.0 Nm (4.2 kgf-m or 30.2 ft.lbs)
Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Chassis
Frame Type Diamond
Rake 25.0°
Wheelbase 1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Brakes Double disc
Rear Brakes Single disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 168.0 kg (370.4 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.3113 HP/kg
Fuel Capacity 16.00 litres (4.23 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric
Notes

Model for the Japanese marked.

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