SWM VA 400 Z vs Honda CB400F (2022)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the SWM VA 400 Zstacks up against the Honda CB400F. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSWM VA 400 ZHonda CB400F
Model year20222015
Price
Engine399 cc399 cc
Horsepower52 hp
Torque38 Nm
Weight144 kg195 kg
Seat height32 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity4.4 L4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. ABS. BremboDouble disc. Four-piston Nissin hydraulic callipers.
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS. Brembo.Single disc. Single-piston Nissin hydraulic calliper.
Tires110/70-17 / 150/60-17 120/60-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17

SWM VA 400 Z vs Honda CB400F — which should you buy?

Picking between the SWM VA 400 Z and the Honda CB400F usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the SWM VA 400 Z brings its published horsepower in a 144 kg package, while the Honda CB400F counters with 52 hp at 195 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: