Suzuki DR-Z4SM 2026 vs. Ducati Desmo450 EDS 2027

Suzuki DR-Z4SM 2026

Suzuki DR-Z4SM 2026

Ducati Desmo450 EDS 2027

Ducati Desmo450 EDS 2027

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Technical Specifications Suzuki DR-Z4SM 2026 compared to Ducati Desmo450 EDS 2027

Suzuki DR-Z4SM 2026
Ducati Desmo450 EDS 2027

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore90 mmBore96 mm
StrokeStroke62.6 mmStroke62.1 mm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.1 Compression Ratio12.9
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore42 mmThrottle Bore42 mm
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping, Clutch systemsClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDesmodromic
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
LubricationLubricationDry sumpLubricationDry sump
DisplacementDisplacement398 ccmDisplacement449.6 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter46 mmDiameter49 mm
TravelTravel260 mmTravel310 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandKayabaBrandShowa
TravelTravel277 mmTravel301 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTwin-Spar
RakeRake63.5 degreeRake27.3 degree
TrailTrail95 mmTrail118 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control, Modern electronicsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsRiding modes, Launch-Control, Engine drag torque control, Quickshifter, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction control, Modern electronics, Comfort, EBC, Adaptive engine braking, DTC

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width140 mmRear tyre width140 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,465 mmWheelbase1,494 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height890 mmSeat Height970 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity8.7 lFuel Tank Capacity8.5 l
RangeRange255 kmRange202 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions80 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions97 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption3.4 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.2 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-Headlights, LightingEquipmentLED-Headlights, Modern electronics, Lighting

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki DR-Z4SM 2026

Suzuki DR-Z4SM 2026

The eye-catching graphics from Suzuki Austria suit this bike well. For me, however, the joy of life doesn’t come from the graphics, but from the ride itself. The DR-Z4SM succeeds in combining a familiar, solid feel with genuine playfulness. On the one hand, it offers a predictable riding experience; on the other, it has enough supermoto character to ensure the fun doesn’t stop straight away, even as your experience grows. Those looking primarily for maximum power will continue to look towards more powerful machines. I’d take this Suzuki for a test ride because of its seamless interplay of features: precise handling, smooth gear changes and an engine that remains easy to read whether you’re opening or closing the throttle. My brief test doesn’t provide a long-term assessment, but it does offer a clear personal verdict. I felt comfortable in the saddle and would have liked to have carried on riding.

An instantly familiar, accessible driving experience

butter-smooth, harmonious gear changes

a predictable engine under load and when coasting

precise handling without feeling twitchy

Less power in reserve than more powerful supermotos

Ducati Desmo450 EDS 2027

Ducati Desmo450 EDS 2027

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Average Market Price Suzuki DR-Z4SM vs Ducati Desmo450 EDS

Price Suzuki DR-Z4SM

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Price Ducati Desmo450 EDS

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