Suzuki LS 400 Savage - [1992] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.

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Performance Review: Suzuki LS 400 Savage - [1992]

Suzuki LS 400 Savage - [1992]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

Edition: Suzuki LS 400 Savage
Year: 1992 | Type: Cruiser
Engine: 396 cc (24.1 ci) 4 Valve
Engine Type: Horizontal In-Line | Cylinders: 1
Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: SOHC
Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
Cooling: Air | Fuel Type: Petrol
Transmission: 5 speed | Manual
Drive: Belt
Wet Weight: 0 kgs (0 lbs)
Dry Weight: 159 kgs (350 lbs)
Power: 24 bhp (17 kW) @ 7000 rpm
Torque: 19.5 lb-ft (26.4 Nm) @ 4000 rpm
BHP Per Ton: 134.0 bhp
Torque Per Ton: 108.9 lb-ft
0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 27.6 secs
0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 28.2 secs
Top Speed: 81 mph (130.3 kph)
1/4 Mile (Est.): 0 secs @ 0 mph
Frame: Steel

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Introduction:

This edition of the Suzuki LS 400 Savage is the 5 speed | Manual version and was first brought out in 1992. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 1993 Suzuki RGV 250 SP and the 1993 Suzuki RGV 250 V-Twin.This particular Suzuki LS 400 has a 396cc Air cooled, Two stroke, Horizontal In-Line Petrol powerplant with 1 cylinders and Carburettor.

Honda CB 750 SC Nighthawk S - [1984] image

An alternative Horizontal In-Line engine, Cruiser style motorbike includes the Honda CB 750 SC Nighthawk S - [1984]

The 1992 LS 400 shares its Horizontal In-Line engine and Cruiser style configuration with the likes of the 1984 Honda CB 750 SC Nighthawk S and the 1982 Honda CB 750 SC Nighthawk. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the LS 400's Cruiser style with a similar size of engine then how about the 1982 Yamaha XS 400 L Maxim | 1982cc.2023 Kawasaki Eliminator 400 SE | 2023cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 0 kgs (0 lbs) this makes the Suzuki LS 400 Savage in the same weight category as the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT or the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+, give or take 50kg.

The 1992 Suzuki LS 400 shares the same bhp with the Yamaha WR 250 F - [2025]

In terms of power the 396cc 4 valve Horizontal In-Line 1 cylinder engine produces 24 bhp (17 kW) @ 7000 rpm similar to the 2025 Yamaha WR 250 F [36.1 bhp (26 kW) @ 12000 rpm] or the 2025 Honda MSX 125 Grom [9.6 bhp (7 kW) @ 7250 rpm].

The SOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 19.5 lb-ft (26.4 Nm) @ 4000 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Yamaha WR 250 F [17.8 lb-ft (24.2 Nm) @ 8100 rpm] and the 2025 Honda MSX 125 Grom [7.6 lb-ft (10.4 Nm) @ 5500 rpm].

Power to Weight:

If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Suzuki LS 400 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

The 2006 Honda DR 200 SE has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 1992 Suzuki LS 400 Savage.

The 1992 Suzuki LS 400 Savage has a Power to weight ratio of 134.0 bhp per ton and 108.9 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 1992 LS 400 competing with the 2006 Honda DR 200 SE [158.7 bhp\ton] and the 2012 Honda DR 200 SE [158.7 bhp\ton].

Power to Weight(cont.):

If you agree with the late great Carroll Shelby, then arguably an even better indicator of potential performance is Torque. Factor weight into the equation and you end up with - Torque per ton, with the Suzuki LS 400 generating around 108.9 lb-ft per ton. If you're curious as to what other motorbikes have as much torque to weight then look no further than the 1982 Yamaha XS 400 R Seca [133.8 lb-ft per ton] and the 1982 Honda CB 400 T Hawk [133.5 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 27.6 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 28.2 secs, this makes the Suzuki LS 400 Savage similar in acceleration to the 2019 Suzuki TU 250 X (27.6 secs) and the 2017 Suzuki TU 250 X (27.6 secs). This Suzuki LS 400 Savage also competes in terms of 0-60 mph and 0-100km/h with the 2018 Honda CB 250 R Neo Sports Cafe (0.0 secs) and the 2020 Norton Superlight SS (0.4 secs).

Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 1992 Suzuki LS 400 Savage and the 1992 Suzuki RG 200 Gamma

When talking about the performance of the 1992 Suzuki LS 400 Savage on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 0 secs @ 0 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 1992 Suzuki RG 200 Gamma (0 secs) and the 1982 Honda CX 500 EC Sports (0 secs).

Top Speed:

The 1992 version of the Suzuki LS 400 Savage has a maximum speed of 81mph.

Top Speed of the 1992 LS 400 equals the 2007 Honda FMX 650 Supermoto

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 1992 Suzuki LS 400 Savage then how about a 2007 Honda FMX 650 Supermoto (92 mph) and the 2005 Honda FMX 650 Supermoto (92 mph).