Honda CB 400 N (reduced effect) vs Suzuki Gladius 400 ABS (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB 400 N (reduced effect)stacks up against the Suzuki Gladius 400 ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB 400 N (reduced effect)Suzuki Gladius 400 ABS
Model year19832016
Price
Engine395 cc398 cc
Horsepower27 hp55 hp
Torque41 Nm
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity3.7 L3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDual discDouble disc. 2-piston caliper. ABS.
Rear brakesExpanding brakeSingle disc. 1-piston caliper, ABS.
Tires3.60-19 / 4.10-18 120/70-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17

Honda CB 400 N (reduced effect) vs Suzuki Gladius 400 ABS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB 400 N (reduced effect) and the Suzuki Gladius 400 ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB 400 N (reduced effect) brings 27 hp, while the Suzuki Gladius 400 ABS counters with 55 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: