Wednesday, October 29, 2008

Advance 2009 Suzuki Z400SM



Model Number Z400SM

Type Supermoto

Warranty 12 month unlimited mileage limited warranty.

Suggested Retail $6299

SEP $436

Engine 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC

Bore & Stroke 90.0 mm (3.543 in) x 62.6 mm (2.465 in)

Compression Ratio 11.3 : 1 Fuel System MIKUNI BSR36, single Lubrication Dry sump Ignition Electronic ignition (CDI) Starter Electric Transmission 5-speed constant mesh Final Drive RK520KZO, 110 links Overall Length 2225 mm (87.6 in) Overall Width 855 mm (33.7 in) Overall Height 1200 mm (47.2 in) Seat Height 890 mm (35.0 in) Ground Clearance 260 mm (10.2 in) Wheelbase 1460 mm (57.5 in) Dry Weight 146 kg (321 lbs) Suspension Front Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped Suspension Rear Link type, coil spring, oil damped Brakes Front Disc brake Brakes Rear Disc brake Tires Front 120/70R17M/C 58H, tube type Tires Rear 140/70R17M/C 66H, tube type Fuel Tank Capacity 10.0 L (2.6/2.2 US/Imp gal) - Including Reserve (CA: 9.5 L (2.5/2.1 US/Imp gal) -Including Reserve) Color Black, White


DR-Z400 Mix in street-legal capabilities and unmatched handling. Then add a double shot of aggressive Suzuki styling and attitude. The result is the 2008 DR-Z400SM.For exceptional performance on the street, the DR-Z400SM offers remarkably smooth performance, along with a rush of torque across the powerband. For crisp handling, it features a lightweight, compact design, complemented by advanced suspension front and rear, including a Motocross-derived inverted fork. All this performance at a value that earned the DR-Z400SM "Best Bang for the Buck" runner up in Motorcyclist Magazine's 2007 "Motorcycle of the Year" awards.Key FeaturesSuzuki's Supermotard model based on DR-Z400S - combines Supermotard style and features in a narrow, lightweight street-legal package. Engine Features Lightweight 398cc, DOHC, liquid-cooled, dry-sump engine produces strong, tractable low-rpm powerCompact 4-valve cylinder head with 36mm intake valves, 29mm exhaust valves, narrow 28-degree included valve angle and shim-under-bucket valve adjustment systemSCEM-plated cylinder (nickel-silicon-phosphorous) is lighter and more durable than an iron liner with excellent heat transfer propertiesForged aluminum piston is 10 percent lighter than a cast piston and receives additional oil-cooling to the piston crown through a crankcase oil jetCompact 5-speed transmission utilizes a cable-operated clutch with separate outer cover for simplified clutch maintenanceAdditional weight savings with magnesium valve cover, clutch cover, and magneto coverSmooth throttle response with a Mikuni™ BSR36 CV-type carburetor fed by 6-liter airbox. The left side cover has quick-release fasteners for easy access to the air filterElectric start with lightweight starter motor and a compact 6.5 amp maintenance-free batteryAutomatic decompression system for quick/easy engine startsThermostatically controlled cooling fan mounted to the left radiator helps maintain consistent operating temperature in traffic Chassis Features Renthal tapered aluminum handlebar for reduced vibration and an aggressive lookCompact digital instrument cluster with speedometer, odometer, twin-trip meters with addition/subtraction capability, clock, timer and stopwatch functionsLong travel, Showa-brand inverted front fork derived from RM250 - features adjustable compression/rebound damping and alumite coating on inner tube surfaces for smooth actionA fully adjustable rear shock absorber with high/low speed compression damping adjuster and aluminum swingarm for precise rear wheel controlStrong braking performance supplied by a front disc brake with a large 300mm floating-type rotor and dual-piston caliper, plus 240mm rear disc brake with single-piston caliperBlack-painted RK Excel 17" aluminum rims and radial tires: 120/70-R17 front, 140/70- R17 rearNew front and rear axle slidersOn-road legal lighting with bright 60/55 watt halogen headlight, compact tail/stoplight, lightweight, rubber-mounted turn signals and hornNarrow profile with smooth transitions between the tank, seat and bodyworkChrome-moly steel frame tuned for Supermoto style riding is torsionally strong with minimal weight. The backbone tube, front down tube, and steering head gussets form the dry-sump engine oil tankA bolt-on aluminum subframe helps reduce weight and simplify maintenanceChrome-moly steel footpegs, aluminum rims/hubs, plus engine guard and rear disc guard.

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