Jan 19, 2023 · The XR400 may only have 35 HP, but it can put almost all of it to the ground with ease because of the smooth powerband, rather than making a lot of noise and spinning up a bunch of roost. Not only is the power good, but this XR engine is rock-solid and reliable, just like the XR200 and XR250 trail bikes.

Horsepower. The Honda XR400 horsepower comes in at about 35 HP at 7000 rpm. Why “about” 35 HP? Okay, it’s actually listed as 34.3 HP.

Feb 24, 2009 · You can't avoid the fact that the XR is down on peak power. A stocker makes around 30-31 horsepower, and that is probably at least 10 less than the other 400/450 four-strokes.

A stocker makes around 30-31 horsepower, and that is probably at least 10 less than the other 400/450 four-strokes. For any logical trail use aside from sand hillclimbs, though, the XR churns out plenty of power, and what it makes is very good.

Peak power is reached at 7,500 rpm after which the eager motor politely begs to be shifted. Ample mid-range torque is available, making wheelies on the XR easy. Honda credits the XR's wide range of power to a design concept they've been utilizing for over ten years.

The XR snarls down the trail with a ratio of .107 horsepower per pound while the KLX is right on its tail with .106 hp/lb. As you can see, a rider's ability to extract maximum performance and use it to his advantage with either machine weighs more here than any relative lack of displacement.

Mar 16, 2020 · It came with five-speed gearbox and wet clutch, and was rated for about 34 horsepower in stock trim, and 33 Nm of torque. The 400 had good suspension from Showa (fully adjustable shock; the forks had compression and rebound damping).

May 23, 2024 · As for power, the 1996 Honda XR400R had its soul brought to life by a 397cc four-stroke air-cooled single-cylinder engine that delivered 34 hp with a peak at 7,000 rpm and 33 Nm (24 lb-ft) torque...

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Mar 21, 2025 · Manufacturer – Make – Model – Year: Honda XR 400R 1998 Motorcycle Style: Dirt Bike . ENGINE SPECS Engine Type: 397 cc, 4-Stroke, Air Cooled, Single Valves 4 valves/cylinder Claimed Horsepower: 34 hp (25.4 kW) @ 65000 rpm . Transmission type: 5 speed Final Drive: Chain . MISCELLANEOUS SPECS Tire – Front: 80/100-18 Tire – Rear: 110/100-17