Suzuki GSX 400 vs Honda CB 450 DX (1988)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSX 400stacks up against the Honda CB 450 DX. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX 400Honda CB 450 DX
Model year19801988
Price
Engine399 cc447 cc
Horsepower27 hp43 hp
Weight176 kg
Fuel capacity3.7 L4.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discDouble disc
Rear brakesExpanding brakeSingle disc
Tires3.00-18 / 3.75-18 3.60-19 / 4.10-18

Suzuki GSX 400 vs Honda CB 450 DX — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX 400 and the Honda CB 450 DX usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX 400 brings 27 hp, while the Honda CB 450 DX counters with 43 hp at 176 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: