Suzuki RF 400 R: history, specs, pictures

The Suzuki RF 400 R was a Water-cooled, 4-cylinders, 4-stroke Sport Bike motorcycle produced by Suzuki in 1993. Max torque was 28.03 ft/lbs (38.0 Nm) @ 9500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 52.97 HP (39.5 KW) @ 11000 RPM.

'Suzuki RF 400 R'
Manufacturer	[[Suzuki]]
Production	1993
Class	[[:Category:Sport Bike motorcycles|Sport Bike]] [[Category:Sport Bike motorcycles]]
Engine	Water-cooled, 4-cylinders, 4-stroke
Bore / Stroke	40.4mm x 40.4mm
Horsepower	52.97 HP (39.5 KW) @ 11000RPM
Torque	28.03 ft/lbs (38.0 Nm) @ 9500RPM
Fuel System	Carburetors
Transmission	Gear box: 6-Speed Final Drive: Chain Clutch: Wet multi-plate
Suspension	Front: Telescopic forks Rear: Link type single shock
Brakes	Front: Dual Disc With 4-piston Calipers Rear: Single Disc With 2-piston Calipers
Front Tire	120/70-17
Rear Tire	160/60-17
Wheelbase	56.3 inches (1430 mm)
Length	83.31 inches (2116 mm)
Width	28.31 inches (719 mm)
Seat Height	30.51 inches (775 mm)
Weight	169.0 kg (wet)
Manuals	Service Manual

Engine

A 40.4mm bore x 40.4mm stroke result in a displacement of just 398.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive

The bike has a 6-Speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-plate.

Chassis

It came with a 120/70-17 front tire and a 160/60-17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Dual Disc With 4-piston Calipers in the front and a Single Disc With 2-piston Calipers in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic forks while the rear was equipped with a Link type single shock. The wheelbase was 56.3 inches (1430 mm) long.

1993 - 1999 Suzuki RF 400 R

My Suzuki RF 400R was first introduced in 1993 and produced until 2000. For older model motorcycle foundation was taken Suzuki RF 600 , which received the engine from the Suzuki GSX-R 400 . Later on Suzuki RF 400R was raised and the motor from the 'Red' Suzuki GSF 400 Bandit - different versions of data VC designation on plastic, the cylinder head is red and red brake discs.