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A narrow Chrome-moly steel frame is torsionally strong with minimal weight. The backbone tube, front down tube, and steering head gussets form the dry-sump engine oil tank. A bolt-on aluminum subframe helps reduce weight and simplify maintenance.
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Long travel, 49 mm cartridge-style forks feature adjustable compression / rebound damping and adjustable spring preload for all types of on / off-road terrain.
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A fully adjustable progressive linkage rear shock absorber (spring preload / compression damping adjustable) and aluminum swingarm for precise rear wheel control.
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Sure stopping power is supplied by a 250 mm front disc brake with dual-piston caliper, and a 220 mm rear disc brake with a single-piston caliper.
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A magnesium-alloy clutch, magneto and cam covers contribute to weight reduction.
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Compact digital instrument cluster with speedometer, odometer, twin-trip meters with addition / subtraction capability, clock, timer and stopwatch functions.
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On-road legal lighting with bright 60/55W H4 halogen headlight, compact tail / stoplight, lightweight, rubber-mounted turn signals and horn.
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A pouch on the rear fender carries tool kit and the owner's manual.
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The DR-Z400S comes with a compact design, 398 cc, DOHC, liquid-cooled, dry-sump engine that produces strong low-rpm power. Its compact 4-valve cylinder head features 36 mm intake valves and 29 mm exhaust valves.
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Suzuki Composite Electrochemical Materials (SCEM) cylinder for durability, weight reduction and superior heat transfer.
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Forged aluminum piston is 10 percent lighter than a cast piston and receives additional oil-cooling to the piston crown through a crankcase oil jet.
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Smooth throttle response with a Mikuni� BSR36 CV-type carburetor fed by 6 liter airbox. The left side cover has quick-release fasteners for easy access to the air filter.
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Digitally mapped DC-CDI system monitors throttle position / engine rpm and adjusts ignition timing to maintain efficient combustion.
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The DR-Z400S has electric start with a lightweight starter motor and a compact 6.5 amp maintenance-free battery.
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A compact 5-speed transmission utilizes a cable-operated clutch with separate outer cover for simplified clutch maintenance.
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Specs, Quotes, Overview
Standard Features
