Honda CB 400 SS vs Suzuki Bandit 400 (2002)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB 400 SSstacks up against the Suzuki Bandit 400. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB 400 SSSuzuki Bandit 400
Model year20021995
Price——
Engine397 cc398 cc
Horsepower29 hp—
Torque31 Nm—
Weight139 kg—
Seat height31 mm—
Fuel capacity2.9 L—
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc—
Rear brakesExpanding brake—
Tires100/90-19 M/C 57S / 110/90-18 M/C 61S —

Honda CB 400 SS vs Suzuki Bandit 400 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB 400 SS and the Suzuki Bandit 400 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB 400 SS brings 29 hp in a 139 kg package, while the Suzuki Bandit 400 counters with its own power figure.

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: