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Kawasaki Z400

The Kawasaki Z400 is a 399 cc liquid-cooled motorcycle with a 6-speed gearbox. BikeDekho lists 38 Nm @ 8000 rpm maximum torque. It has a 14 L fuel tank and a 168 kg kerb weight.

Engine
399 cc
Max torque
38 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Claimed mileage
26 kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeDekho)
Fuel tank
14 L
Kerb weight
168 kg

About the Kawasaki Z400

Overview

The Kawasaki Z400 is a sports naked motorcycle from Kawasaki. It was launched in 2019 and is still on sale. Naked and roadster bikes pair a lively engine with an upright riding position and little or no fairing, which makes them easy to live with every day. With a 399 cc engine it sits in the 250–450 cc class.

Engine and performance

Power comes from a 399 cc twin-cylinder liquid-cooled fuel-injected engine that makes 38 Nm of torque at 8,000 rpm. Its bore is wider than its stroke (70 mm x 51.8 mm), a short-stroke layout that generally favours higher revs. It has electric start.

Gearbox

It has a 6-speed manual gearbox, and a chain carries drive to the rear wheel. Its slipper clutch lightens the lever and stops the rear wheel hopping when you downshift hard.

Chassis, brakes and tyres

Its frame is trellis, High-Tensile steel. Suspension is by telescopic fork at the front and Uni-Trak swingarm at the rear. Braking is by a disc at the front and a disc at the rear, with dual-channel ABS. ABS on both wheels keeps either tyre from locking under hard braking. It rides on 17-inch alloy wheels with tubeless tyres — 110/70-17 at the front and 150/60-17 at the rear.

Size, comfort and range

The seat is 785 mm off the ground, which is about average and suits most riders. It weighs 168 kg ready to ride. Ground clearance is 145 mm — adequate, though tall speed breakers need care. The wheelbase is 1,370 mm. Its 14 L fuel tank and claimed mileage of 26 kmpl work out to roughly 364 km per tankful on paper; real-world range is usually lower.

Features and equipment

Equipment includes an analogue and digital instrument console and an LED headlamp.

Owning one

The manufacturer's warranty is 2 years or 30,000 km. For the Kawasaki Z400, Mechiee offers a fixed ₹7,999 doorstep service.

Who it suits

It is best suited to riders who want performance with an upright, everyday-friendly posture. Its low seat also makes it approachable for shorter and newer riders.

Care notes for this model

Its chain drive needs regular cleaning, lubrication and slack adjustment.

Kawasaki Z400 specifications

These figures come from a single publication (BikeDekho) and have not been confirmed against the manufacturer. Exact values can differ slightly by variant and model year.

Engine & performance

Displacement
399 cc
Configuration
Liquid Cooled, Parallel-Twin Cylinder, DOHC
Cooling
Liquid Cooled
Fuel system
Fuel Injection
Ignition
TCBI with digital advance
Starting
Self Start Only
Maximum torque
38 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Claimed mileage
26 kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeDekho)
Transmission
6 Speed
Gears
6-speed
Clutch
Assist and Slipper Clutch
Final drive
Chain Drive
Bore x stroke
70 mm x 51.8 mm
Compression ratio
11.5:1
Emission norm
bs4
Cylinders
2

Dimensions & capacity

Width
800 mm
Height
1054 mm
Wheelbase
1370 mm
Ground clearance
145 mm
Seat height
785 mm
Kerb weight
168 kg
Fuel tank
14 L

Brakes, suspension & tyres

Front brake
Disc
Rear brake
Disc
Braking system
Dual Channel
Front suspension
Telescopic Fork
Rear suspension
Uni-Trak Swingarm
Front tyre
110/70-17
Rear tyre
150/60-17
Wheels
Alloy
Tyre type
Tubeless

Chassis & frame

Frame type
Trellis, High-Tensile Steel

Electricals

Headlamp
LED
Instrument console
Analogue and Digital
Tail lamp
LED

Safety

  • Dual Channel ABS

Sources: BikeDekho, Wikipedia

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Owning the Kawasaki Z400

  • Claimed mileage

    26 kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeDekho)

    Manufacturer's claimed figure; real-world mileage is usually lower.

  • Estimated range

    about 364 km

    Claimed mileage × tank size. An estimate, not a promise.

  • Manufacturer warranty

    2 Years or 30,000 Km

    Terms and conditions apply.

  • Mechiee doorstep service

    ₹7,999

    Mechiee's fixed doorstep service price for this model.

Maintaining the Kawasaki Z400

  • Routine servicing

    Follow the schedule in the owner's manual for your exact variant and year. A regular service is the cheapest way to catch small problems before they become expensive ones.

  • Engine oil & filter

    Engine oil is the single most important consumable to keep fresh. Top up between services if the level drops, and change it on schedule.

  • Brake inspection

    With Disc and Disc brakes, check pad or shoe wear, lever and pedal free play, and braking feel at every service.

  • Chain cleaning & lubrication

    A clean, correctly tensioned and lubricated chain lasts longer and wastes less power. Check slack regularly, especially after riding in rain or dust.

  • Coolant & cooling system

    A liquid-cooled engine relies on coolant. Check the level and look over hoses and the radiator for leaks or damage, and replace coolant as the owner's manual directs.

  • Air filter & spark plug

    A clogged air filter or worn spark plug shows up as hard starting, weak throttle response and poorer fuel economy. Both are checked at a regular service and replaced when worn.

  • Disc brake fluid

    Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time, which lowers its boiling point. Have its level and condition checked and change it on the interval in the owner's manual.

  • Tyre inspection

    This bike runs 110/70-17 / 150/60-17 tyres. Check pressure, tread depth and sidewalls, and replace tyres that are worn or cracked.

  • Battery & electricals

    Weak starting, dim lights or a flickering console are early signs the battery or charging system needs a look.

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Compare with similar Kawasaki bikes

Manufacturer figures for each bike. A dash means the value is not published in our sources.

SpecificationKawasaki Z400Kawasaki Ninja 400Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RKawasaki Ninja 500
Engine399 cc399 cc399 cc451 cc
Max power—45 PS @ 10000 rpm76.4 bhp @ 14,500 rpm45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max torque38 Nm @ 8000 rpm37 Nm @ 8000 rpm39 Nm @ 13,000 rpm42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Claimed mileage26 kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeDekho)26.7 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels)——
Gears6-speed6-speed6-speed6-speed
Kerb weight168 kg168 kg189 kg171 kg
Fuel tank14 L14 L15 L14 L
Front brakeDiscDisc, 286 mmDiscDisc, 310 mm
Rear brakeDiscDisc, 193 mmDiscDisc, 220 mm

Kawasaki Z400 specs explained

What the technical terms on this page mean.

ABS
Anti-lock braking system. It stops a wheel locking up during hard braking so the rider can keep steering. A single-channel system works on one wheel, usually the front; a dual-channel system works on both.
OHC / SOHC / DOHC
How the engine's valves are operated. OHC and SOHC mean one overhead camshaft; DOHC means two, which usually allows higher revs and more power from the same size.
Fuel injection
Petrol is delivered by an electronically controlled injector instead of a carburettor, which helps with easy starting and steady fuel economy.
Liquid cooling
Coolant circulates through the engine and a radiator, keeping temperatures steadier than air alone, especially in traffic or under load.
Assist and slipper clutch
The assist part makes the clutch lever lighter. The slipper part eases the rear wheel's tendency to hop when you shift down hard.
Trellis frame
A frame built from tubes arranged in triangles, which gives strength without much weight.
Tubeless tyres
Tyres with no inner tube. A small puncture usually loses air slowly, which makes roadside repair easier.
Kerb weight
The weight of the bike ready to ride, with its fluids and fuel, but without a rider or luggage.
Bore x stroke
The cylinder's width and the piston's travel. A larger bore relative to stroke tends to favour revs; a longer stroke tends to favour low-speed pull.
Compression ratio
How much the fuel-air mixture is squeezed before it is ignited. It is one of the factors behind an engine's efficiency and power.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Kawasaki Z400 has a 399 cc engine, described as liquid cooled, parallel-twin cylinder, dohc.

The Kawasaki Z400 is rated at 38 Nm @ 8000 rpm maximum torque.

The claimed figure for the Kawasaki Z400 is 26 kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeDekho). Real-world mileage is usually lower and depends on riding style, load, road and traffic conditions and how well the bike is maintained.

The Kawasaki Z400 has Disc at the front and Disc at the rear, with Dual Channel.

The Kawasaki Z400 runs 110/70-17 at the front and 150/60-17 at the rear on alloy wheels.

Follow the service schedule in the owner's manual for your exact variant and year. Between services, keep an eye on engine oil, chain, tyres and battery. With Disc and Disc brakes, brake wear and adjustment are worth checking at every visit.

Multiplying the claimed 26 kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeDekho) by the 14 L tank gives roughly 364 km on a full tank. That is an estimate from claimed figures; real-world range is usually lower.

The manufacturer states a warranty of 2 Years or 30,000 Km. Terms and conditions apply.

The Kawasaki Z400 was launched in 2019.

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