| Engine | Kawasaki Z400 | Honda XR 400R |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 399 cc | 397 cc |
| Max power | 45 hp (@10 000 RPM) | 33 hp (@65 000 RPM) |
| Max torque | 28 lb ft (@8 000 RPM) | |
| Redline | 12 000 RPM | |
| Idling speed | 1 300 RPM | |
| Management | Fuel Injection | Carburetor |
| Layout | DOHC Inline-2 | SOHC Single |
| Compression | 11.50:1 | 9.30:1 |
| Oil capacity | 1.89 quart | |
| Oil type | SAE 10W40 | |
| Spark plug type | NGK LMAR9G | |
| Cooling | Liquid | Air |
| Valves | 8 | 4 |
| Bore | 70.0 mm | 85.0 mm |
| Stroke | 51.8 mm | 70.0 mm |
| Throttle bore | 32.0 mm | 38.0 mm |
| Weight to power | 8.18 lbs/hp | 8.35 lbs/hp |
| Power to weight | 305 hp/2500lbs | 299 hp/2500lbs |
| Battery type | 12V 8Ah |
| Gearbox | Kawasaki Z400 | Honda XR 400R |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sequential | Sequential |
| Clutch | Wet | Wet |
| Drive | Chain | Chain |
| Chain type | 520 | |
| Gears count | 6 | 5 |
| Primary ratio | 2.219 | 2.826 |
| Final drive | 2.929 | 3.0 |
| 1. gear | 2.929 (45 mph) | 2.615 |
| 2. gear | 2.056 (65 mph) | 1.842 |
| 3. gear | 1.619 (82 mph) | 1.4 |
| 4. gear | 1.333 (99 mph) | 1.12 |
| 5. gear | 1.154 (115 mph) | 0.926 |
| 6. gear | 1.037 (127 mph) |
| Chasis | Kawasaki Z400 | Honda XR 400R |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Trellis frame | Steel |
| Front susp. | 41mm fork, 4.72 in travel | 43 mm Showa Telescopic forks, 11.02 in travel |
| Rear susp. | Monoshock, 5.12 in travel | Showa Mono shock absorber, 11.81 in travel |