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2015Yamaha SR400 Lightening By Deus
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The 2015 Yamaha SR400 Lightening by Deus is a minimalist retro-styled motorcycle designed for riders seeking classic simplicity and authenticity. Part of Yamaha's Yard Built series, this bike excels as a customizable platform available as either a complete build or modification kit. Its lightweight construction, traditional kick-starter, and vintage aesthetic make it ideal for enthusiasts who value hands-on riding and timeless design.
- Capacity
- 400.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- Not on record
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- 785 mm
- Power
- 22.9 HP (16.7 kW) @ 6500 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It is primarily a stylish urban and boulevard cruiser built for short rides and visual impact rather than any specific offroad or touring mission despite its enduro-influenced category listing.
- Built for
- It has a raw, air-cooled single-cylinder soul with thumping torque delivery low in the rev range, rewarding a relaxed, unhurried riding style with plenty of mechanical charm.
- Not ideal for
- It is not for riders seeking real offroad capability, sustained highway touring comfort, or anything approaching sport-bike speed and cornering precision.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 400.0 ccm
- Power
- 22.9 HP (16.7 kW) @ 6500 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 83 CO2 g/km
- Torque
- 27.4 Nm (2.8 kgf-m) @ 3000 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 3.60 litres/100 km (27.8 km/l)
- Bore x stroke
- 87.0 x 62.7 mm
- Compression
- 8.5:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Kick
- Ignition
- TCI
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Lubrication system
- Wet-sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet, Multiple Disc
Dimensions & weight
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Steel Double Cradle
- Front suspension
- Telescopic
- Rear suspension
- FOX rear shock
- Front wheel travel
- 150 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 104 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 27.7°
- Trail
- 112 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Hydraulic.
- Front brakes diameter
- 268 mm
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Rear brakes diameter
- 150 mm
- Front tyre
- 90/100-M18
- Rear tyre
- 110/90-M18
Other
- Color options
- White
- Comments
- Yamaha Yard Built series. Available as a kit or as a custom built model.
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha SR400 Lightening By Deus?
The 2015 Yamaha SR400 Lightening By Deus has a Capacity of 400.0 ccm (24.41 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha SR400 Lightening By Deus have?
The 2015 Yamaha SR400 Lightening By Deus has a Power of 22.9 HP (16.7 kW) @ 6500 RPM.
How many gears does the Yamaha SR400 Lightening By Deus have?
The 2015 Yamaha SR400 Lightening By Deus has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Yamaha SR400 Lightening By Deus?
The 2015 Yamaha SR400 Lightening By Deus has a Torque of 27.4 Nm (2.8 kgf-m or 20.2 ft.lbs) @ 3000 RPM.
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