Suzuki GN400E (1981-84)

The Suzuki GN400E is a vintage motorcycle that was produced between 1981 and 1984. It features a four-stroke, single-cylinder engine with a capacity of 396cc and a maximum power output of 19.7 kW at 7500 rpm. The engine is cooled by air and has a 9.3:1 compression ratio. The bike has a 5-speed transmission and a chain final drive.

The front suspension of the GN400E is a telescopic fork, while the rear suspension is dual shocks. The front brakes consist of a single disc, while the rear brakes are drum brakes. The motorcycle has 3.60-18 front and 4.60-16 rear tyres.

The GN400E has a length of 2110mm, a width of 840mm, and a height of 1200mm. It has a wheelbase of 1410mm and weighs 140kg. The fuel tank has a capacity of 11.5 litres and the bike has an average consumption of 3.9 L/100 km. Its top speed is 146 km/h.

Overall, the Suzuki GN400E is a classic bike with simple design and performance that appeals to those who appreciate old-school motorcycling.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Suzuki GN 400E

Year: 1981 – 84
Engine: Four stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, 4 valves
Capacity: 396 cc / 24.2 cu in
Bore x Stroke: 88 65.2 mm
Compression Ratio: 9.3:1
Cooling System: Air cooled
Induction: 36mm Mikuni
Starting: Kick
Max Power: 19.7 kW / 27 hp @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque: 29.4 Nm / 3.0 kgf-m / 21.7 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension: Dual shocks
Front Brakes: Single disc
Rear Brakes: Drum
Front Tyre: 3.60-18
Rear Tyre: 4.60-16
Dimensions: Length: 2110 mm / 83.1 in Width: 840 mm / 33.1 in Height: 1200 mm / 47.2 in
Wheelbase: 1410 mm / 55.5 in
Dry Weight: 140 kg / 309 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 11.5 Litres / 3.0 US gal / 2.5 Imp gal
Consumption Average: 3.9 L/100 km / 25.5 km/l / 60 US mpg / 72 Imp mpg
Top Speed: 146 km/h / 90.6 mph