Sunday, April 24, 2011

2011 Suzuki DR-Z400S Review


2011 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Designed as off-road motorcycles should be, the DR-Z400S features an agile, lightweight chassis combined with a smooth motor.

The DR-Z400's exceptional off-road performance should come as no surprise. On the trail or cross town, you can't beat the Suzuki DR-Z400S.

The DR-Z400S offers exceptional off-road performance. It has a lightweight, compact design that helps it offer crisp handling everywhere off-road or on the street. The DR-Z400S engine provides strong torque across its powerband and amazing throttle response. And it features remarkably smooth performance, complemented by conveniences such as electric starting and a compact, easy-to-read instrument cluster.

2011 Suzuki DR-Z400S Features

Engine Features

The DR-Z400S comes with a compact design, 398cc, DOHC, liquid-cooled, dry-sump engine that produces strong low-rpm power. Its compact 4-valve cylinder head features 36mm intake valves and 29mm exhaust valves.

Transmission Features

A compact 5-speed transmission utilizes a cable-operated clutch with separate outer cover for simplified clutch maintenance.

A fully adjustable progressive linkage rear shock absorber (spring preload/compression damping adjustable) and aluminum swingarm for precise rear wheel control.

Sure stopping power is supplied by a 250mm front disc brake with dual-piston caliper, and a 220mm rear disc brake with a single-piston caliper.

On-road legal lighting with bright 60/55 watt H4 halogen headlight, compact tail/stoplight, lightweight, rubber-mounted turn signals and horn.