Yamaha DSC4 DragStar Classic Four vs Suzuki GSX 400 L (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha DSC4 DragStar Classic Fourstacks up against the Suzuki GSX 400 L. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha DSC4 DragStar Classic FourSuzuki GSX 400 L
Model year20121982
Price
Engine399 cc399 cc
Horsepower30 hp27 hp
Torque31 Nm
Seat height28 mm
Fuel capacity4.0 L3.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake
Tires130/90-16 / 170/80-15 3.60-19 / 4.60-16

Yamaha DSC4 DragStar Classic Four vs Suzuki GSX 400 L — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha DSC4 DragStar Classic Four and the Suzuki GSX 400 L usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha DSC4 DragStar Classic Four brings 30 hp, 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: