Suzuki GSX-R 400 Motorcycles

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1990

In 1990, the name of the newly improved bike changed to GSX-R400R. It has become more sporty in appearance - its aerodynamic characteristics have improved significantly thanks to a headlight with a built-in windshield and an inclined fairing. The motorcycle has become even more stable and quieter due to an increase in the rigidity of the frame, the inverted front fork, the exhaust system with a highly efficient collector-type silencer. The model was produced until 1999.

1988

The four-stroke engine of the GSX-R 400 motorcycle became even more powerful after the 1988 innovations. This was thanks to the Suzuki Power-up Exhaust System (SPES), which increased the productivity of the bike at low and medium speeds. The Dual Cell-ALBOX frame made this model a benchmark for reliability.

1986

The first significant improvement of the GSX-R 400 occurred in 1986. The main innovation was that the engine received a proprietary cooling system that combined liquid, air and oil (SATCS - Suzuki Advanced Three-way Cooling System). In addition, the model was equipped with even more reliable brakes, which combined the previous generation Deca piston system (DPBS) with floating torque levers at the back. The bike also received a more streamlined design that helped reduce air resistance at high speeds and improve handling.

1984

The Suzuki GSX-R 400 motorcycle first appeared on the market in 1984 - during a period when the Japanese economy was going through a difficult phase of the soap bubble, and consumers tried to save on large purchases. However, it was this bike that became one of the symbols of the decade and the standard for Suzuki reliability. In the anniversary year for the model, we remember its history.

1983

In the 1980s, all motorcycle fans could be divided into two groups. Representatives of the first preferred bikes with an engine capacity of 250 cm3 - these cars were distinguished by an affordable price, economy and ease of control. The second chose a class of 400 cm3, which allowed driving at a speed of 100-120 km/h and confidently overtaking. In addition, such a motor did not need to be constantly "spun" to high speeds, which significantly extended its resource.

In 1983 - the RG250 Gamma model. And a year later - the GSX-R 400 model, which eventually became one of the brand symbols. This was not least due to the fact that the motorcycle GS1000R, who won the 1983 World Endurance Championship, was taken as a model.

The style of the GSX-R 400 was exactly the same as the twin headlights and fairings of the GS1000R-winning motorcycle. A 4-stroke 4-valve engine (DOHC) with liquid cooling and a volume of 400 sm³ was equipped with a new technology of a dual vortex combustion chamber (TSCC), which allowed to develop a maximum power of 59 hp.

The dry weight of the bike was reduced to a record 152 kg due to the MR-ALBOX aluminum frame with a new geometric design. In addition, Suzuki engineers tried to ensure that the GSX-R 400 had outstanding driving qualities. For example, Deca Piston Brake System (DPBS). It created a powerful braking force with the help of ten pistons on the front and rear wheels and at that time became the first such system in the world installed on a serial motorcycle.

Specifications of the GSX-R 400: