Honda CL 400 vs Suzuki GSR 400 ABS (2016)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CL 400stacks up against the Suzuki GSR 400 ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Honda CL 400 | Suzuki GSR 400 ABS |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2002 | 2016 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 397 cc | 398 cc |
| Horsepower | 29 hp | 61 hp |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Weight | 140 kg | 210 kg |
| Seat height | — | 31 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 3.2 L | 4.2 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Double disc. ABS |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake | Single disc. ABS |
| Tires | 90/100-19 55P / 110/90-18 61P | 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 |
Honda CL 400 vs Suzuki GSR 400 ABS — which should you buy?
Picking between the Honda CL 400 and the Suzuki GSR 400 ABS 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 GSR 400 ABS counters with 61 hp at 210 kg.
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: