Dual-Sport Motorcycles
2012Suzuki DR-Z400E
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The 2012 Suzuki DR-Z400E is a competition-derived trail bike. Its liquid-cooled 398cc single drives through a five-speed gearbox and chain. A tall 945 mm seat, 123.5 kg wet weight and 10-litre tank make it capable on rough terrain.
- Capacity
- 398.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 119.0 kg
- Seat height
- 945 mm
- Power
- 40.0 HP (29.4 kW)
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a dedicated enduro/trail machine for tackling trails, fire roads, and technical off-road terrain rather than for speed or long-distance pavement travel.
- Built for
- A lightweight, torquey, no-frills single-cylinder dirt bike that thrives on flickable handling and long-travel suspension over raw power or refinement.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders wanting highway comfort, passenger accommodation, or a bike optimized for daily commuting on paved roads.
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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- Capacity
- 398.0 ccm
- Power
- 40.0 HP (29.4 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3361 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 90.0 x 62.6 mm
- Compression
- 12.2:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Digital/DC-CDI
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Magnesium-alloy clutch
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1475 mm
- Overall length
- 2235 mm
- Overall width
- 825 mm
- Seat height
- 945 mm
- Dry weight
- 119.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 123.5 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 10.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 325 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Chrome-moly steel
- Front suspension
- Telescopic, cartridge-type, oil-damped, adjustable preload, 14-way compression damping and 18-way rebound damping
- Rear suspension
- Link-type, fully-adjustable spring preload, adjustable high/low compression dampimg and adjustable rebound damping
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 250 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Front tyre
- 80/100-21
- Rear tyre
- 110/100-18
Other
- Color options
- Yellow
- Warranty
- 6
Specs last verified against published sources: .
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2000 | 2005 | 2012 | 2016 | 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 398 cc | 398 cc | 398 cc | 398 cc | 398 cc |
| Dry weight | 119 kg | 119 kg | 119 kg | 127 kg | — |
| Seat height | 935 mm | 945 mm | 945 mm | 935 mm | 935 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 10 L | 10 L | 10 L | 10 L | 10 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Suzuki DR-Z400E?
The 2012 Suzuki DR-Z400E has a Capacity of 398.0 ccm (24.29 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Suzuki DR-Z400E have?
The 2012 Suzuki DR-Z400E has a Power of 40.0 HP (29.4 kW).
How many gears does the Suzuki DR-Z400E have?
The 2012 Suzuki DR-Z400E has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Suzuki DR-Z400E weigh?
The 2012 Suzuki DR-Z400E has a Dry weight of 119.0 kg (262.3 pounds).
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