2026 Suzuki DR-Z4S+ First Look: Dual-Sport Protective League

Championship Yellow No. 2/Solid Special White No. 2

Just a year into its run, the Suzuki DR-Z4S already had a premium edition—the 2026 Suzuki DR-Z4S+. The new “plus” version draws from the Genuine Suzuki Accessories catalog, adding protective parts to enhance the dual-sport bike’s durability off-road.

2026 Suzuki DR-Z4S+ First Look
Solid Iron Gray

The 2026 Suzuki DR-Z4S+ takes the standard version and adds an aluminum skid plate ($300 MSRP), a front disc brake cover ($50), a rear disc brake cover ($40), and Knuckle Covers (aka handguards, $80). Purchased separately, those accessories run $470. However, the DR-Z4S+ adds them all for an additional $300—the same price as the skid plate alone.

Until we get a chance to test the 2026 Suzuki DR-Z4S+, you can read our comprehensive review of last year’s Suzuki DR-Z4S, which is otherwise identical to the new + edition.

2026 Suzuki DR-Z4S+ Specs

ENGINE

  • Type: Single
  • Displacement: 398cc
  • Bore x stroke: 90.0 x 62.6 mm
  • Maximum power: 37 horsepower @ 8000 rpm
  • Maximum torque: 27 ft-lbs @ 6500 rpm
  • Compression ratio: 11.1:1
  • Valvetrain: DOHC; 4 valves
  • Fueling: Ride-by-wire EFI w/ 42mm throttle body and 10-hole fuel injector
  • Cooling: Liquid
  • Lubrication: Dry sump
  • Transmission: 5-speed
  • Clutch: Wet multiplate w/ assist and slipper functions
  • Final drive: O-ring chain

CHASSIS 

  • Frame: Steel twin-spar w/ aluminum subframe
  • Handlebar: Tapered aluminum
  • Front suspension; travel: Fully adjustable-damping KYB inverted fork; 11.0 inches
  • Rear suspension: Linkage-assisted, fully adjustable KYB shock; 11.7 inches
  • Wheels: Wire spoke w/ tube-type aluminum rims
  • Tires: IRC GP-410
  • Front tire: 80/100-21
  • Rear tire 120/80-18
  • Front brake: 270mm disc
  • Rear brake: 240mm disc
  • ABS: Bosch standard (adjustable)

DIMENSIONS AND CAPACITIES

  • Wheelbase: 58.9 inches
  • Rake: 27.5 degrees
  • Trail: 4.3 inches
  • Seat height: 36.2 inches
  • Ground clearance: 11.8 inches
  • Fuel tank capacity: 1.9 gallons
  • Estimated fuel consumption: 80 mpg
  • Curb weight: TBA
  • Colors: Championship Yellow No. 2/Solid Special White No. 2; Solid Iron Gray

2026 Suzuki DR-Z4S+ Price: $9299 MSRP

 

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Don Williams
With 50 years of riding experience, Don Williams is a fan of all kinds of motorcycles. He enjoys sport bikes, cruisers, dirt bikes, touring bikes, adventure bikes, dual sport bikes, and rideable customs. Ask Don what his favorite bike is and he will tell you, "Whatever bike I'm on."