SWM Hoku 400 - 2026 Specifications and Reviews

The 2026 SWM Hoku 400 is a lightweight naked bike designed for beginner and intermediate riders seeking affordable entry into modern motorcycling. Powered by a 42.2 HP liquid-cooled twin engine with six-speed transmission, it combines European styling with practical everyday performance and reliable electronic fuel injection.

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General information

Color OptionsBlack
CategoryNaked bike
ModelSWM Hoku 400
 
 

Engine and Transmission Specifications

StartingElectric
Emission DetailsEuro 5
ClutchWet, multiplate type
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Gearbox6-speed
Cooling SystemLiquid
IgnitionElectronic
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
InductionInjection
Valves Per Cylinder4
Max Power42.2 HP (30.8 kW))
Capacity:400.9 ccm (24.46 cubic inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Fuel Capacity16.50 litres (4.36 US gallons)
Seat Height785 mm (30.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Power/Weight Ratio0.2725 HP/kg
Dry Weight155.0 kg (341.7 pounds)
 
 

SWM Hoku 400 dimensions and frame

WheelsWire spoked. Michelin tyres.
Rear BrakesSingle disc. ABS. Brembo.
Brake Disc Diameter220 mm (8.7 inches)
Front BrakesSingle disc. ABS. Brembo
Rear Tyre150/60-17
Front Tyre110/70-17
Rear SuspensionMonoshock Adjustable preload
Front SuspensionKayba telescopic hydraulic fork 41mm

Other specs

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CommentsItalian brand.
Instruments7-inch TFT Meter
Engine typeTwin, four-stroke
Model year2025

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

42.2 hp
Peak Power
6.5s
0-60 mph

Best For

Track30%
City75%
Cornering65%
Daily Riding72%
Touring40%
Passenger35%

Rider Profile

Best ForWell suited to newer riders or those stepping up from a smaller machine thanks to its modest power and manageable weight.
PurposeDesigned primarily as an accessible, low-cost naked bike for commuting and everyday city riding rather than outright performance.
Rider FitA low seat height and light dry weight make it easy to handle for shorter or less experienced riders at a stop or in slow maneuvers.
CharacterA budget-friendly, no-frills naked with a twin-cylinder engine that offers a livelier feel than typical single-cylinder rivals in its class.
Not Ideal ForNot a good fit for riders wanting highway-speed touring comfort, serious offroad capability, or track-level performance.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2026 SWM Hoku 400 Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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Feet:

At 785mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2026 SWM Hoku 400, with a relaxed knee angle of around 120 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Data quality: estimated (wheelbase estimated from this category's typical bike, not this model's own spec). Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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