Yamaha Xt 660 vs Suzuki Drz400s
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Xt 660 vs Suzuki Drz400s. Yamaha Xt 660: 48 hp @ 6,000 rpm hp, 179 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 165 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Suzuki Drz400s: 33 hp @ 7,600 rpm hp, 138 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 145 km/h (estimated; note: varies with rider weight, gearing, and conditions), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Xt 660
Suzuki Drz400s
Horsepower (hp)
48 hp
33 hp
Torque (Nm)
60 Nm
34 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
165 km/h
145 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
179 kg
138 kg
Type
Dual-sport
Dual-sport
Horsepower
48 hp @ 6,000 rpm
33 hp @ 7,600 rpm
Torque
60 Nm @ 5,250 rpm
34 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
165 km/h
145 km/h (estimated; note: varies with rider weight, gearing, and conditions)
Weight
179 kg (wet/curb weight)
138 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L typical real-world average)
3.5–4.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Xt 660
7.5/10
"A dependable workhorse that rewards sensible buyers willing to inspect carefully."
Pros
+Bulletproof engine longevity
+Excellent upright riding position
+Spoked wheels tubeless-convertible
Cons
−Valve clearances often neglected
−Fuel tap O-rings fail
−Uninspiring highway performance
Suzuki Drz400s
8.5/10
"The most dependable used dual-sport your money can buy."
Pros
+Nearly indestructible engine
+Cheap, plentiful parts
+Comfortable all-day ergonomics
Cons
−Heavy for true offroad
−Stock jetting notoriously lean
−No fuel injection ever
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