Yamaha Drag Star Four vs Suzuki GSX 400 L (2002)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha Drag Star Fourstacks up against the Suzuki GSX 400 L. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha Drag Star FourSuzuki GSX 400 L
Model year20021982
Price
Engine399 cc399 cc
Horsepower32 hp27 hp
Torque32 Nm
Weight209 kg
Seat height26 mm
Fuel capacity4.0 L3.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake
Tires100/90-19 57S / 170/80-15 M/C 77S 3.60-19 / 4.60-16

Yamaha Drag Star Four vs Suzuki GSX 400 L — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha Drag Star Four and the Suzuki GSX 400 L usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha Drag Star Four brings 32 hp in a 209 kg package, while the Suzuki GSX 400 L counters with 27 hp.

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: