Suzuki DR-Z400S suspension setup and specs

Suzuki DR-Z400S, 2000 to 2024: adjustable front preload, rebound and compression, rear preload, rebound and compression, 935 mm (36.8 in) seat height, 288 mm of front suspension travel.

Model years covered: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 — these share the same suspension hardware. Figures as published by Suzuki.

2000–2024 Suzuki DR-Z400S
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Suzuki DR-Z400S

2000–2024 · dual-sport · 398 cc

Adjusters this bike has

Front preloadAdjustable
Front reboundAdjustable
Front compressionAdjustable
Rear preloadAdjustable
Rear reboundAdjustable
Rear compressionAdjustable

Suspension travel and hardware

Front suspension travel288 mm (11.3 in)
Rear suspension travel295 mm (11.6 in)
Fork diameter49 mm (1.9 in)

Cold tire pressure, manufacturer spec

Front tire80/100-21
Rear tire120/90-18

Weight, seat height and geometry

Wheelbase1485 mm (58.5 in)
Rake28.4°
Trail111 mm (4.4 in)
Seat height935 mm (36.8 in)
Front brakeHydraulic single disc, 2-piston caliper
Rear brakeHydraulic single disc, 1-piston caliper

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