1997 Honda XR400
Specifications and workshop reference information for the 1997 Honda XR400, including engine, chassis, service data and setup details.
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 | Air-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, RFVC |
| Displacement | 397 cc |
| Bore × Stroke | 85.0 × 70.0 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 |
| Maximum Power | Approx. 34 hp |
| Maximum Torque | |
| Carburetor | Keihin |
| Lubrication | Dry sump |
| Fuel Mix Ratio | |
| Ignition | CDI |
| Spark Plug | NGK DPR8Z |
| Spark Plug Gap | 0.6–0.7 mm |
| Valve Clearance (Intake) | 0.10 mm |
| Valve Clearance (Exhaust) | 0.12 mm |
Transmission
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual |
| Clutch | Wet multi-plate |
| Primary Reduction | |
| Final Reduction | Chain drive |
| Overall Reduction | |
Dimensions
| Overall Length | 2,170 mm |
| Overall Width | 820 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,240 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,420 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 9.0 L |
Chassis
| Frame Type | Steel semi-double cradle |
| Caster Angle | |
| Trail | |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic cartridge forks |
| Rear Suspension | Pro-Link monoshock |
| Front Suspension Travel | |
| Rear Suspension Travel | |
Brakes & Wheels
| Front Tire | 3.00-21 |
| Rear Tire | 4.60-18 |
| Front Brake | Disc brake |
| Rear Brake | Disc brake |
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