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2019Suzuki DR-Z400E

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The 2019 Suzuki DR-Z400E is the off-road focused version of Suzuki's DR-Z400, sold as the DR-Z400EL8. Its liquid-cooled 398cc single makes 40 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and chain. A tall 935 mm seat, 138 kg wet weight and 10-litre tank suit demanding trails.

Capacity
398.0 ccm
Engine
Single, four-stroke
Gearbox
5-speed
Wet weight
138.0 kg
Seat height
935 mm
Power
40.0 HP (29.4 kW)
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What’s new for the 2019 Suzuki DR-Z400E

vs the 2018
Spec20182019
Torque — 40.0 Nm (4.1 kgf-m or 29.5 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM
Other years 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 28Agility 86Comfort 35Off-road 92Touring 25Road manners 35
Off-road & trail92%
Cornering65%
City riding30%
Daily riding35%
Touring25%
Two-up15%
Track20%
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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At 935mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will not reach the ground comfortably on the 2019 Suzuki DR-Z400E, with a cramped knee angle of around 80 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
398.0 ccm
Power
40.0 HP (29.4 kW)
Torque
40.0 Nm (4.1 kgf-m) @ 7500 RPM
Engine type
Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.2899 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke
90.0 x 62.6 mm
Compression
12.2:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Electric
Ignition
CDI
Valves per cylinder
4
Lubrication system
Dry sump
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Magnesium-alloy clutch
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1475 mm
Overall length
2310 mm
Overall width
875 mm
Overall height
1236 mm
Seat height
935 mm
Wet weight
138.0 kg
Fuel capacity
10.00 litres
Ground clearance
300 mm
Dry weight
Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Rectangular chrome-moly steel tubes
Front suspension
49mm SHOWA telescopic fork, fully adjustable
Rear suspension
SHOWA, coil spring, oil damped shock, fully adjustable
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc. Nissin twin-piston caliper
Front brakes diameter
250 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc. Nissin single piston caliper
Rear brakes diameter
220 mm
Front tyre
80/100-21
Rear tyre
120/90-18
Other
Color options
Champion Yellow No. 2
Comments
Model id: DR-Z400EL8.

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 200020052012201620192021
Capacity 398 cc 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 935 mm
Fuel capacity 10 L 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 2019 Suzuki DR-Z400E has a Capacity of 398.0 ccm (24.29 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Suzuki DR-Z400E have?

The 2019 Suzuki DR-Z400E has a Power of 40.0 HP (29.4 kW).

How many gears does the Suzuki DR-Z400E have?

The 2019 Suzuki DR-Z400E has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

What is the torque of the Suzuki DR-Z400E?

The 2019 Suzuki DR-Z400E has a Torque of 40.0 Nm (4.1 kgf-m or 29.5 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM.

How much does the Suzuki DR-Z400E weigh?

The 2019 Suzuki DR-Z400E has a Wet weight of 138.0 kg (304.2 pounds).

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