1981 Suzuki PE400
Specifications, manuals and workshop reference information.
Note: Specs are compiled from factory data, manuals and owner feedback. Bikes vary — if yours is different, jump into the forum and share it.
General Specifications
| Engine Type | Two-stroke, air-cooled, single cylinder |
| Displacement | 396 cc |
| Bore × Stroke | 82 × 75 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 6.7 : 1 |
| Maximum Power | Not specified |
| Maximum Torque | Not specified |
| Carburetor | Mikuni VM36 |
| Lubrication | Fuel premix |
| Fuel Mix Ratio | 20 : 1 |
| Ignition | CDI magneto |
| Spark Plug | NGK B8ES |
| Spark Plug Gap | 0.6 – 0.7 mm |
Transmission
| Transmission Type | 5-speed constant mesh |
| Clutch | Wet multi-plate |
| Primary Reduction | 3.095 (68 / 22) |
| Final Reduction | 3.923 (51 / 13) |
| Overall Reduction | Not specified |
Dimensions
| Overall Length | 2200 mm |
| Overall Width | 865 mm |
| Overall Height | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1430 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 9 L |
Chassis
| Frame Type | Single cradle steel frame |
| Caster Angle | 60° |
| Trail | 115 mm |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic fork |
| Rear Suspension | Swingarm with dual shock absorbers |
| Front Suspension Travel | Not specified |
| Rear Suspension Travel | Not specified |
Brakes & Wheels
| Front Tire | 3.00-21 |
| Rear Tire | 4.50-18 |
| Front Brake | Drum brake |
| Rear Brake | Drum brake |
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