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2016Suzuki Gladius 400

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The 2016 Suzuki Gladius 400 is a stylish V-twin naked bike sold in Japan. Its liquid-cooled 398cc V-twin makes 55 hp and 41 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and chain. ABS, a 785 mm seat, 206 kg wet weight and 14-litre tank make it friendly and easy to ride.

Capacity
398.0 ccm
Engine
V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox
6-speed
Wet weight
206.0 kg
Seat height
785 mm
Power
55.0 HP (40.5 kW)
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 44Agility 77Comfort 55Off-road 15Touring 40Road manners 75
Off-road & trail15%
Cornering75%
City riding80%
Daily riding78%
Touring40%
Two-up45%
Track30%
Best for
Designed primarily as an agile, fun urban and B-road naked bike rather than a high-speed or long-distance machine.
Built for
The V-twin engine gives a torquey, characterful feel with smooth low-to-mid range pull rather than outright top-end thrills.
Not ideal for
Not the right choice for riders wanting serious touring range, passenger comfort, or off-road capability.

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 785mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2016 Suzuki Gladius 400, with a relaxed knee angle of around 120 degrees and a forward-leaning 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
55.0 HP (40.5 kW)
Torque
41.0 Nm (4.2 kgf-m) @ 8500 RPM
Engine type
V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.2670 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke
72.0 x 49.0 mm
Compression
11.5:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Ignition
Electronic
Valves per cylinder
4
Lubrication system
Wet sump
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Wet multi-plate coil spring
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1455 mm
Overall length
2130 mm
Overall width
760 mm
Overall height
1090 mm
Seat height
785 mm
Wet weight
206.0 kg
Fuel capacity
14.00 litres
Ground clearance
135 mm
Oil capacity
2.00 litres
Dry weight
Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Diamond
Front suspension
Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear suspension
Link type, coil spring, oil damped, spring preload 7-step adjustable
Front wheel travel
125 mm
Rear wheel travel
130 mm
Rake (fork angle)
26.0°
Trail
106 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Double disc. ABS
Front brakes diameter
290 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
240 mm
ABS
Yes
Front tyre
120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre
160/60-ZR17
Other
Color options
Red, white, black

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 201020122014201520162017
Capacity 398 cc 398 cc 398 cc 398 cc 398 cc 398 cc
Seat height 785 mm 785 mm 785 mm 785 mm 785 mm 785 mm
Fuel capacity 14.5 L 14 L 14 L 14 L 14 L 14 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 Gladius 400?

The 2016 Suzuki Gladius 400 has a Capacity of 398.0 ccm (24.29 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Suzuki Gladius 400 have?

The 2016 Suzuki Gladius 400 has a Power of 55.0 HP (40.5 kW).

How many gears does the Suzuki Gladius 400 have?

The 2016 Suzuki Gladius 400 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

What is the torque of the Suzuki Gladius 400?

The 2016 Suzuki Gladius 400 has a Torque of 41.0 Nm (4.2 kgf-m or 30.2 ft.lbs) @ 8500 RPM.

How much does the Suzuki Gladius 400 weigh?

The 2016 Suzuki Gladius 400 has a Wet weight of 206.0 kg (454.2 pounds).

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