The Suzuki GSX 400S Katana is a 1992-93 model motorcycle with a four-stroke, transverse four-cylinder, DOHC, and 4 valves per cylinder. It has a capacity of 399cc/24.3 cu in, with a bore x stroke ratio of 52 x 47 mm. This model has liquid cooling and an 11.8:1 compression ratio. Mikuni BST32 carburetors are used for induction, and the ignition is fully transistorized. The motorcycle has an electric start, and its max power is 39.5 kW or 53 hp at 10500 rpm, with a maximum torque of 38.2 Nm / 3.9 kgf-m / 28.2 lb-ft at 9500 rpm. It features a wet, multiple-plate, coil spring clutch, and a six-speed transmission with a chain final drive. The gear ratios are 1st 3.363, 2nd 2.307, 3rd 1.750, 4th 1.437, 5th 1.250, and 6th 1.150. The primary and secondary drive ratios are 1.750 and 3.571, respectively. The frame is a double cradle, and the front suspension has telescopic forks while the rear suspension has dual shocks. The front brakes feature a double-disc setup while the rear brakes have a single-disc configuration.
Technical specifications:
Make Model: Suzuki GSX 400S Katana
| Year | 1992-93 |
|---|---|
| Engine | Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder. |
| Capacity | 399 cc / 24.3 cu in |
| Bore x Stroke | 52 x 47 mm |
| Cooling System | Liquid cooled |
| Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 |
| Induction | Mikuni BST32 carburetors |
| Ignition | Fully transistorized |
| Starting | Electric |
| Max Power | 39.5 kW 53 hp @ 10500 rpm |
| Max Torque | 38.2 Nm / 3.9 kgf-m / 28.2 lb-ft @ 9500 rpm |
| Clutch | Wet, multiple plates, coil spring |
| Transmission | 6 Speed |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| Gear Ratio | 1st 3.363 / 2nd 2.307 / 3rd 1.750 / 4th 1.437 / 5th 1.250 / 6th 1.150 |
| Primary Drive Rati | 1.750 |
| Secondary Drive Ratio | : 3.571 |
| Frame | Double Cradle |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic forks |
| Rear Suspension | Dual shocks |
| Front Brakes | Double disc |
| Rear Brakes | Single disc |
