Suzuki Dr-z 400sm vs Husqvarna 701 Supermoto
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Dr-z 400sm vs Husqvarna 701 Supermoto. Suzuki Dr-z 400sm: 40 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 138 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 145 km/h (estimated; note: varies with rider weight and conditions), Motoryk rating 8.0/10. Husqvarna 701 Supermoto: 74 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 148 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Dr-z 400sm
Husqvarna 701 Supermoto
Horsepower (hp)
40 hp
74 hp
Torque (Nm)
39 Nm
72 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
145 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
138 kg
148 kg
Type
Supermoto
Supermoto
Horsepower
40 hp @ 8,500 rpm
74 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
39 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
72 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
145 km/h (estimated; note: varies with rider weight and conditions)
175 km/h
Weight
138 kg (wet/curb weight)
148 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5–4.5 L/100km (approximately 22–28 km/L typical real-world average)
4.5–5.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Dr-z 400sm
8.0/10
"The best urban canyon tool that refuses to ever quit."
Pros
+Near-indestructible thumper engine
+Massive aftermarket parts availability
+Exceptional low-speed maneuverability
Cons
−Miserable above 70mph
−Stock suspension underwhelms heavier riders
−Carb needs attention often
Husqvarna 701 Supermoto
8.5/10
"The most fun per dollar in used supermotos, if maintained properly."
Pros
+Razor-sharp supermoto handling
+Premium WP suspension included
+Brembo brakes standard fitment
Cons
−Expensive maintenance when neglected
−Known subframe cracking issues
−Destroys rear tyres quickly
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