Suzuki DR-Z4S - Yellow/White

Suzuki DR-Z4S - Champion Yellow No.2/Solid White No.2 (C1C)

• Dual sport performance machine from Suzuki
• 398cc, liquid-cooled, DOHC, single cylinder engine
• Homologated to Euro 5B
• Power: 37.48hp at 8,000rpm
• Torque: 37Nm at 6,500rpm
• Ride-by-wire throttle
• Suzuki Clutch Assist System (SCAS)
• Suzuki Easy Start technology
• Suzuki Drive Mode Selector with three power modes (SDMS)
• Two standard traction control modes
• Gravel mode
• Switchable ABS function
• Kayaba (KYB) long travel adjustable suspension
• LCD dashboard display
• LED single assembly headlight
• LED rear combination lights
• LED indicators
• Aluminium skid plate as standard
• 8.7 litre fuel capacity offering 80MPG
• IRC GP-410 dual purpose tubed tyres
• Available in two colours

Designed to bring the fun to whatever environment, the new Suzuki DR-Z4S promises to make your world, your playground! With a new 398cc single cylinder engine, power modes, traction control modes and ABS modes, ride by wire throttle and much more, the new Suzuki DRZ4S delivers dual sport fun with everyday usability.

Powering the DR-Z4S is a new 398cc, single-cylinder, liquid cooled, DOHC four-stroke engine. The new engine was designed to meet Euro 5B, while maintaining the reputation of robustness and reliability the engine found in the previous generation DR-Z400 was famed for. It provides a smooth, linear power delivery with stronger torque at lower rpm and increased power output to the rev limit, plus improved fuel economy at 80mpg from the 8.7 litre fuel tank.

When compared to the previous DR-Z400 engine, there are changes to almost every aspect, from lightweight titanium intake valves and hollow, sodium-filled exhaust valves to new cam profiles and piston. A new cylinder head is equipped with twin spark plugs, there are new crankcases, and a new slipper clutch with Suzuki’s Clutch Assist System.

Fuelling comes courtesy of a ride-by-wire, 42mm bore, electronic throttle body and a 10-hole fuel injector. There’s a new air box, and a new exhaust. The result is a broader spread of power across the rev range, strong drive yet smooth ride, a direct, linear throttle response, and improved fuel economy. Peak power is 38PS at 8,000rpm, with a peak torque figure of 37Nm at 6,500rpm.

Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (SDMS) means riders can choose from one of three power modes. Each mode reaches the same peak power output, with A the most direct, delivering the full amount of low-down torque available from the 398cc single-cylinder engine. Modes B and C are progressively softer, allowing riders to dial back the initial power delivery to suit in slippery or low grip conditions.

There are two standard traction control modes, and equipped with a specific G (gravel) mode. G mode aims to maintain maximum off-road performance by allowing a certain amount of wheel spin. G mode’s level intervention is set slower than for the traction control system’s other two standard modes, and the maximum level of intervention is also set lower, too. This provides the right balance between preventing excessive wheel spin on slippery surfaces and minimising power loss on surfaces with traction, making the bike easier to control.

The DR-4S focuses on enabling riders to enjoy off-road riding with confidence. It does so by adopting an updated version of the Gravel Mode system when compared with the application on the V-Strom 1050DE and V-Strom 800DE, by being effective not only on flat surfaces but also on undulating terrain and inclines. Further enabling greater control off-road is an ABS system that riders can tailor to their needs and riding conditions. On the DR-Z4S riders can disengage the ABS at the rear, or at the front and rear. There’s also Suzuki’s easy-start system, which means the engine fires up with one press of the starter button, and there’s no need to pull the clutch lever when starting in neutral. All rider information is displayed via a compact LCD dash.

Long-travel suspension on both the DR-Z4S comes from KYB, specifically tuned for each model’s intended application. There is 280mm of front fork travel and 296mm of rear wheel travel on the DR-Z4S with compression and rebound damping adjustment at the front and rear. There’s also preload adjustment on the rear shock. Wheels are wire-spoked and fitted with IRC GP-410, dual purpose, tubed tyres.

Available in two colours.