Suzuki Burgman 400 vs. the competition

While scooters are primarily known for being comfy and convenient in-city transportation, a small subset of models in the  “maxi scooter” category are actually highway-legal. The said models, of course, are propelled by 400-cubic-centimeter engines.

One example of the aforementioned is the Suzuki Burgman 400, which is one of the more iconic scooter nameplates from the Japanese marque.  

By now, the Burgman 400 is a well-known model that has already become a household name in many markets, including the Philippines. But what are its locally available rivals? We’ll list some examples here, but first, let’s have an overview of its features and specifications. 

Suzuki Burgman 400

For propulsion, the Suzuki Burgman 400 uses a four-stroke, two-cylinder, liquid-cooled double overhead cam (DOHC) engine capable of producing up to 30 horsepower (hp) and 35 Newton-meters (Nm) of torque. 

Here is a table showcasing the basic mechanical specs of the Suzuki Burgman 400: 

Engine	Four-stroke, two-cylinder, DOHC
Displacement	400 CC
Horsepower	30
Troque	35 Nm
Fuel system	Fuel injected
Cooling system	Liquid-cooled
Front suspesnion	Telescopic, coil spring, oil-damped
Rear suspension	Swing-arm, coil spring, oil-damped
Brakes	Front and rear discs

Other noteworthy features of the Suzuki-made 400 CC scooter are a traction control system (TCS), LED lighting, anti-lock braking (ABS), the Suzuki Easy Start system, a continuously variable transmission (CVT), and an engine immobilizer. 

Moreover, the model has a curb mass of 218 kilograms (kg), a seat height of 755 millimeters (mm), and a ground clearance of 125 mm. 

Pricing for the Suzuki Burgman 400 starts at P566,000. 

Bristol Maxie 400

One noteworthy competitor of the Suzuki Burgman 400 is the Bristol Maxie 400. It is currently priced at P368,000, making it one of the more affordable maxi scooters.

For its engine, the Bristol-made nameplate uses a four-stroke, DOHC mill that is able to put out 29 hp and 33.5 Nm of torque. Check the table below for the Bristol Maxie 400’s basic specs:

Engine	Four-stoke, DOHC
Displacement	377 CC
Horsepower	29
Troque	33.5 Nm
Fuel system	Fuel injected
Cooling system	Liquid-cooled
Front suspesnion	Telescopic fork
Rear suspension	Double telescopic, coil spring, oil-damped
Brakes	Front and rear discs

Similar to its rivals, the Bristol model also has ABS and TCS. However, it does have more in the way of tech via its keyless system, built-in dashcam, and full TFT gauge. 

To note, the model tips the scale at 208 kg, while having a seat height of 730 mm. It also boasts a ground clearance of 170 mm. 

BMW C 400 GT

One of the more premium highway-legal maxi scooters available in the market is the BMW C 400 GT, which currently retails at P595,000.

The engine of the BMW model is a 350 CC, four-stroke, DOHC unit with a maximum output of 34 hp and 35 Nm of torque. Check the table below for the basic specs of the BMW C 400 GT: 

Engine	Four-stoke, DOHC
Displacement	350 CC
Horsepower	34
Troque	35 Nm
Fuel system	Fuel injected
Cooling system	Liquid-cooled
Front suspesnion	Upside-down fork
Rear suspension	Double aluminum swingarm with adjustable pre-load
Brakes	Front and rear discs

Other notable components of the BMW C 400 GT include the following: 

• BMW Motorrad ABS
• CVT 
• LED lighting
• Keyless system

The model also has a gross weight of 212 kg and a seat height of 775 mm.  

Kymco Xciting VS 400

The most affordable alternative to the Suzuki Burgman 400 on the market right now is the Kymco Xciting VS 400, which retails at P384,000. To note, the brand has plenty of other maxi scoot models, but the Xciting VS 400 is one of the most affordable listed on its Philippine website. 

Pushing the Xciting VS 400 forward is a 400.1 CC four-stroke, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine with a maximum churn of 33.5 hp and 37.5 Nm. For reference, here’s a table showing the model’s basic specs: 

Engine	Four-stroke, single cylinder
Displacement	401.1 CC
Horsepower	33.5
Troque	37.5 Nm
Fuel system	Fuel injected
Cooling system	Liquid-cooled
Front suspesnion	Telescopic fork
Rear suspension	Double rear shock absorbers with adjustable preload
Brakes	Front and rear discs

The model’s seat height is set at 805 mm. It also has a dry weight of 195 kg. 

Some notable features of the Kymo Xciting VS 400 include a keyless system, digital gauge, ABS, TCS, and an adjustable windshield. 

Final thoughts

While it isn’t the most affordable option in the 400-CC maxi-scooter category, the Suzuki Burgman 400 still provides a lot of value for buyers. It has a decent suite of features, plus, it covers most safety-related elements, which are expected of a modern maxi scooter. 

Regardless, people who like what they see from the Suzuki-made 400 CC model should take it out for a test drive first. Doing so, after all, will make for a better buying experience in the end. 

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