Naked Motorcycles
2008Suzuki GSR 400 ABS
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The 2008 Suzuki GSR 400 ABS is a naked middleweight for riders who want a revvy four-cylinder with ABS. Its 398cc liquid-cooled engine makes 52.3 hp, with a 770 mm seat and a 16-litre tank.
- Capacity
- 398.0 ccm
- Engine
- Boxer, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 190.0 kg
- Seat height
- 770 mm
- Power
- 52.3 HP (38.5 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's built primarily as a nimble, high-revving naked bike for spirited street riding and weaving through urban traffic.
- Built for
- The free-spinning in-line four rewards riders who enjoy chasing revs rather than relying on low-end torque.
- Not ideal for
- It's not the right choice for riders wanting big highway-mile touring comfort or serious 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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- Capacity
- 398.0 ccm
- Power
- 52.3 HP (38.5 kW)
- Torque
- 37.0 Nm (3.8 kgf-m) @ 9000 RPM
- Engine type
- Boxer, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2753 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 54.6 x 42.5 mm
- Compression
- 12.2:1
- 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 multiple plate coil springs
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1435 mm
- Overall length
- 2090 mm
- Overall width
- 795 mm
- Overall height
- 1075 mm
- Seat height
- 770 mm
- Dry weight
- 190.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 215.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 16.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
- Oil capacity
- 3.90 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Diamond
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Monoshock
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.2°
- Trail
- 104 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70-17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-17
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 | 2008 | 2010 | 2012 | 2014 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 398 cc | 398 cc | 398 cc | 398 cc | 398 cc |
| Dry weight | 190 kg | 190 kg | 190 kg | 210 kg | 210 kg |
| Seat height | 770 mm | 770 mm | 770 mm | 785 mm | 785 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 16 L | 16 L | 16 L | 16 L | 16 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Suzuki GSR 400 ABS?
The 2008 Suzuki GSR 400 ABS has a Capacity of 398.0 ccm (24.29 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Suzuki GSR 400 ABS have?
The 2008 Suzuki GSR 400 ABS has a Power of 52.3 HP (38.5 kW).
How many gears does the Suzuki GSR 400 ABS have?
The 2008 Suzuki GSR 400 ABS has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Suzuki GSR 400 ABS?
The 2008 Suzuki GSR 400 ABS has a Torque of 37.0 Nm (3.8 kgf-m or 27.3 ft.lbs) @ 9000 RPM.
How much does the Suzuki GSR 400 ABS weigh?
The 2008 Suzuki GSR 400 ABS has a Dry weight of 190.0 kg (418.9 pounds).
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