Introducing the 2008 KingQuad
400 series of ATVs, the continuing expansion
of the Suzuki KingQuad ATV line. The new
KingQuad 400 ATVs replace the award-winning
Eiger ATVs, a significant group of Suzuki
quads that earned critical praise from
ATV media year after year.
Improving these ATVs for the 2008 model
year is a challenge for which Suzuki was
certainly well prepared. The KingQuad
700 and 450 ATVs had established the brand
as a reliable and strong sport-utility
series popular among ATV owners worldwide.
Plus, the original Eiger ATVs had been
recognized in the ATV media as best-in-class
ATVs, delivering a complete package of
features, performance and affordability.
The new KingQuad 400s deliver impressive
new styling along with better comfort
and convenience features, plus the class-leading
performance that has kept these ATVs at
the top of the category for years.
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New
Bodywork & Front Bumper |
For 2008, the KingQuad 400s are easily recognizable
as new ATVs and as Suzuki KingQuad family
members with exciting new bodywork. Sharply
angled, high-clearance fenders, plus the
distinctive KingQuad headlights and grille
make this easy to recognize as a Suzuki.
Further enhancing the look and strengthening
the stance is a new front bumper with large-diameter
steel tubing. The new bodywork reduces by
about four inches the overall length of
the KingQuad 400 ATVs, making the machines
easier to transport in pickup truck beds
and on trailers. In addition ground clearance
has been increased from 9.3 inches to 9.8
inches.
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T-Shaped
Seat |
This styling update adds even more functional
changes, as well, improving the comfort
and convenience of the newest KingQuad
ATVs. A T-shaped seat – another
Suzuki signature feature – is added
to the KingQuad 400s, improving comfort
for all styles of riding. Shift control
is improved as well, with a new gate-type
shift lever – the similar to that
on larger KingQuads. Located on the left
side of the fuel tank, this utility-friendly
shift lever allows simple and precise
shifting of the automatic transmission
from reverse through neutral, high and
low ranges.
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New
Shift Lever
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New
Fuel Tank
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A new fuel tank – up from15 liters
(4.0 gallons) to16 liters (4.2 gallons)–
increases the riding range of this KingQuad.
The bodywork side covers surrounding the
fuel tank have a new shape that reduces
the width there, improving rider comfort.
Storage capacity and access is improved,
too, with a four-liter storage box now
located and protected under the seat.
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New
Front Brake Calipers |
The KingQuad 400s also get new front
brake calipers with enlarged piston diameter
– up from 32mm to 34mm. Brake pad
surface area is enlarged as well to increase
braking performance and durability.
Newly designed Maxxis tires feature
an aggressive dual-stage tread pattern
that delivers consistent traction in wet
conditions, plus a quiet and smooth ride
on hard-packed trails. The new tires are
full-size 25 inchers and are mounted on
durable steel wheels. |
