Honda CL 400 vs Suzuki Bandit 400 (2002)

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

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CL 400Suzuki Bandit 400
Model year20021995
Price
Engine397 cc398 cc
Horsepower29 hp
Torque34 Nm
Weight140 kg
Fuel capacity3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake
Tires90/100-19 55P / 110/90-18 61P

Honda CL 400 vs Suzuki Bandit 400 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CL 400 and the Suzuki Bandit 400 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CL 400 brings 29 hp in a 140 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: