These are the known mechanical and performance specifications for your 1996 Kawasaki VN 400 Classic.
Basic Specs
Engine
Displacement399.00 ccm (24.35 cubic inches)
Type
DetailsV2, four-stroke
Max RPM
Compression9.8:1
Bore/Stroke62.0 x 66.2 mm (2.4 x 2.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
FuelingCarburettor. Keihin CVK 32 (with accelerating pump)
IgnitionCDA
ExhaustDouble pipes
LubricationWet sump
CoolingLiquid
Performance
Horespower33.00 HP (24.1 kW)
Torque32.00 Nm (3.3 kgf-m or 23.6 ft.lbs)
Top Speed140.0 km/h (87.0 mph)
Fuel Economy & Polution
Fuel Consumption6.00 litres/100 km (16.7 km/l or 39.20 mpg)
Fuel Capacity15.00 litres (3.96 gallons)
Emissions139.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Frame TypeDouble Cradle
Rake
Trail
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Front Travel
Rear SuspensionSwing arm - Monoshock
Rear Travel
Seat
Seat Height700 mm (27.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Alt. Seat Height
Total Height1,130 mm (44.5 inches)
Total Length2,370 mm (93.3 inches)
Total Width930 mm (36.6 inches)
Ground Clearance135 mm (5.3 inches)
Wheelbase1,605 mm (63.2 inches)
Dry Weight233.0 kg (513.7 pounds)
Wet Weight
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tire/Tyre130/90-16
Rear Tire/Tyre140/90-16
Front BrakesSingle disc. 2-piston calipers
Front Brake Diameter300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brake Diameter180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheels
Comments
Made for Japanese market, due to limitation to 400. There was never sold outside Japan. Looks identical to the Kawasaki VN 800 Classic.