Comparisons / Comparison of Kawasaki KLX450R 2019 and Suzuki DR-Z400SM 2018

Comparison of Kawasaki KLX450R 2019 and Suzuki DR-Z400SM 2018 [S]ave

Attribute
Kawasaki KLX450R 2019 ×
Suzuki DR-Z400SM 2018 ×
General
Production from (year)20192018
MakeKawasakiSuzuki
ModelKawasaki KLX450RSuzuki DR-Z400SM
CategoryEnduro / offroadSuper motard
Engine and transmission
Engine typeSingle cylinder, four-strokeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Valves per cylinder-4
Fuel system-Carburettor. Mikuni BSR36, single
Displacement (cm³)449398
Cooling systemLiquidLiquid
Transmission type,final driveChainChain
Bore (mm)9690
Stroke (mm)62.162.6
Gearbox-5-speed
Fuel controlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Driveline-RK520KZO, 110 links
IgnitionDC-CDICDI
ClutchWet multi-disc, manualMulti-plate, wet type, manual release
Lubrication system-Semi-dry sump
Compression12.0:111.3:1
Chassis
Front suspensionUSD Air Oil Separate Systems cartridge-type telescopic fork with 22-way compression and 18-way rebound damping adjustmentInverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear suspensionNew Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock absorber which features adjustable spring preloadLink type, coil spring, oil damped, adjustable spring preload
Front brakesDouble discSingle disc. Floating rotor
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Diameter (mm)240240
Frame typePerimeter, aluminium-
Front tyre80/100-21120/70-17
Rear tyre120/90-18140/70-17
Wheels-Gold-anodized RK Excel aluminum rims with stainless steel spokes
Front wheel travel (mm)48-
Other
Starter-Electric
Color options
  • lime green
  • solid black
Light-On-road legal lighting with bright 60/55 watt halogen headlight.
Dimensions
Wheelbase (mm)1,4801,460
Kerb weight (kg)126146
Overall height (mm)1,2501,200
Overall length (mm)2,2202,225
Overall width (mm)860855
Seat height (mm)935890
Ground clearance (mm)315260
Performance
Fuel capacity (l)89.84



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