I bought a 93 DR350 two years ago and it runs great. No electric start, just old school kicker. And I just a bought a 86 Yamaha TT350 which still rides great.
@@dunemaster3179 Hell ya I just bought it this morning for $1,300, I think I got a pretty decent price! Also saw your racks on Ebay I put in an offer of $49.95 :D
I'm going tomorrow to go check out a 93 Suzuki DR350s, if all goes well I'll be learning to ride a bike and mostly want to ride trails and maybe a little commuting with it.
I have a 1997 which I ride on the trails near my house, or even in Moab, UT. It is a bit heavy but has torque. I ride tight single track and do hill climbs hoping I won't have to pick the damn thing up.
Yo bro great video just got a sub and like! I’m looking at one tomorrow. It’s a 1996 and You answered a lot of questions I had in mind. I’ll be on the look out for more videos. Maybe do some how to videos? 👍🏼
Hey man, great video, nice bike, I have a 1999 model (kick start only). I have the stock sprockets on it which don't do well on the highway (IMHO). Do you know what size sprockets the bike in the video has? I'm thinking of putting a 47 tooth on the rear and keeping the 15 tooth on the front. Cheers
What LED headlight did you use? Was it pretty easing to put in or did you have to modify the framing at all? Bike looks amazing and thanks for doing this video! It was helpful for figuring out some ideas for my 95 DR250SE!
Hey thanks for watching. I didn’t replace the whole headlight. I just got a led lightbulb. Any cheap eBay lightbulb that has the same pattern mounting points as the bulb in the headlight will work. It’s pretty easy job.
Thanks. For the windshield I just used some Plexiglas that I cut out with a jigsaw to the shape I wanted. I cant really tell if it makes a difference or not on the highway. I have the racks for sale, however I didn't make them.
Hey man, took you're advice, found an electric start 1993 DR250SE on C/L got it for $650!... Can't wait to go thru it for winter project/build, cold in New England right now so limited like I imagine Oregon is this time of year. Your mods are smart & practical. I like the rack especially but I'm not sure it'll work on mine it's got the frame loop over the fender. I'll figure something out! Thx again.
Contrags! It sucks to kickstart the bike on an incline muddy trail when your bike stalls, while my buddies just press the button to start their bikes, so electric start is the way to go. That frame loop should unbolt, mine came with a frame loop where the stock turn signals used to attached (my dr350 was missing rear turn signals), so I took it off to put on the rack. Getting rid of stock exhaust will save you like 10 pounds, that thing is heavy. Anyway, $650 sounds like a steal! Good job!
@@dunemaster3179 Yeah, thx. Fig'd that out, I'll be buying one of your racks for sure! The stock exhaust is already gone, replaced by aftermarket one too.
Hi man, Nice bike, I want buy one, but I will need it for a daily use. Do you think that is a good idea?, knowing that this bikes are so old. Thanks man
Camilo Quiet Rider I think this bike is great for daily commute as long as it’s not a highway (this bike can handle the highway, but it’s not the most comfortable ride) and as long as it’s not more that 30 mile commute (it can handle a long commute but it’s not super comfortable for a daily driver). These bikes changed little over time, so don’t be afraid of an old bike. Just make sure it’s in good shape before you buy it. Also get one with electric start.
@@dunemaster3179 Thank you so much, since I knew this bike I fell in love haha. For the daily distance that I make, the bike is perfect I think so. Greetings from Colombia!
@@camiloyepesjaramillo4168 My bike is a little faster than stock because it has an airbox mod (airbox is cut out and carb is rejeted) and it has an aftermarket exhaust (not sure if it actually makes any difference). It feels plenty fast, it accelerates fast too. Also, get DR350s or DR350se, not the dirt version. Dirt version doesn't have the 6th gear that makes it possible to ride it on the highway.
Hey thanks for another great video , I chatted with you about your XR 250 and that I have one 2 I have to rebuild just the other day ....But I also have a 1992 DR 350 , and have been riding it for 8 years or longer . Question for you about the DR ....I was riding mine 2 days ago and it ran fine . next day I get on it to kick start it and I have NO compression ! Did the old pour oil into the spark plug hole and kick it ....I do have compression then ..... trying to figure it out , any thoughts ? Thanks
Hello do you ride it to muddy or rocky ways how is the off road capability can you say ”its almost the same characteristic response on off road drz400 or wr250 and any ohters”
I haven’t actually taken it on very muddy roads or single trails. I’ve ridden it on gravel roads for miles with lots of bumps that had some slightly muddy areas and it ride great. I weight 175lbs and suspension felt very good on bumps. It pulls very good uphill. Overall, it was very comfortable and fun ride.
If it’s been sitting for a while I would recommend cleaning the carb really well. Watch my other video on how start your bike if you’re having a hard time kicking yours.
Yep I’m 6’4 and 210lbs I fit just fine you’ll be good I believe the stock seat height is like 34-36 inch seat height it’s great mine is kick only model my buddy has an electric start model and I honestly I like the idea of not needing a battery to run that and I’m still young enough to kick it over (27) and like the video says super low maintenance just change oil, filter and clean the screen inside the bike frame at the end of the riding season and it will serve you well for many years, snag up a few extra CDI units as extra parts cuz they don’t make them anymore but other then the CDI and the voltage rectifier you can still buy all electrical components online.
I bought a 93 DR350 two years ago and it runs great. No electric start, just old school kicker. And I just a bought a 86 Yamaha TT350 which still rides great.
Great bikes
Perfect timing on this video. I came across a dr350se that I've been considering buying, this vid hit a lot of points I was curious about
Buy it! It’s a great bike
@@dunemaster3179 Hell ya I just bought it this morning for $1,300, I think I got a pretty decent price! Also saw your racks on Ebay I put in an offer of $49.95 :D
@@mtnmotoadvCongratulations! That's a really good price. Electric start makes a big difference.
I'm going tomorrow to go check out a 93 Suzuki DR350s, if all goes well I'll be learning to ride a bike and mostly want to ride trails and maybe a little commuting with it.
Just curious how your bike journey is going a year later :)
Thanks for the video, love my 1999 dr350 too
I have a 1997 which I ride on the trails near my house, or even in Moab, UT. It is a bit heavy but has torque. I ride tight single track and do hill climbs hoping I won't have to pick the damn thing up.
You can stand on the foot peg when you kick it over.
wowww dr 350 the best bike ever!!! congratulations bro!!!
is suzuki Dr 350 a good bike? come one man is one of the greates bikes of the history
Thank you for the great information
Yo bro great video just got a sub and like! I’m looking at one tomorrow. It’s a 1996 and You answered a lot of questions I had in mind. I’ll be on the look out for more videos. Maybe do some how to videos? 👍🏼
This was great. More used Moto reviews and rides.
Hey man, great video, nice bike, I have a 1999 model (kick start only). I have the stock sprockets on it which don't do well on the highway (IMHO). Do you know what size sprockets the bike in the video has? I'm thinking of putting a 47 tooth on the rear and keeping the 15 tooth on the front. Cheers
What LED headlight did you use? Was it pretty easing to put in or did you have to modify the framing at all? Bike looks amazing and thanks for doing this video! It was helpful for figuring out some ideas for my 95 DR250SE!
Hey thanks for watching. I didn’t replace the whole headlight. I just got a led lightbulb. Any cheap eBay lightbulb that has the same pattern mounting points as the bulb in the headlight will work. It’s pretty easy job.
Great bike, cool mods. What about the windshield? If I understood right, you make/sell those racks?
Thanks. For the windshield I just used some Plexiglas that I cut out with a jigsaw to the shape I wanted. I cant really tell if it makes a difference or not on the highway. I have the racks for sale, however I didn't make them.
Hey man, took you're advice, found an electric start 1993 DR250SE on C/L got it for $650!... Can't wait to go thru it for winter project/build, cold in New England right now so limited like I imagine Oregon is this time of year. Your mods are smart & practical. I like the rack especially but I'm not sure it'll work on mine it's got the frame loop over the fender. I'll figure something out! Thx again.
Contrags! It sucks to kickstart the bike on an incline muddy trail when your bike stalls, while my buddies just press the button to start their bikes, so electric start is the way to go. That frame loop should unbolt, mine came with a frame loop where the stock turn signals used to attached (my dr350 was missing rear turn signals), so I took it off to put on the rack. Getting rid of stock exhaust will save you like 10 pounds, that thing is heavy. Anyway, $650 sounds like a steal! Good job!
@@dunemaster3179
Yeah, thx. Fig'd that out, I'll be buying one of your racks for sure!
The stock exhaust is already gone, replaced by aftermarket one too.
Thinking about buying a 98 dr350se. Is there anything that I should look for, as far as issues with the bike?
Do you still have any rear fender racks fs?
Working on the carb on mine as we speed I'm getting tired of kicking the dang thing
Hi man, Nice bike, I want buy one, but I will need it for a daily use. Do you think that is a good idea?, knowing that this bikes are so old.
Thanks man
Camilo Quiet Rider I think this bike is great for daily commute as long as it’s not a highway (this bike can handle the highway, but it’s not the most comfortable ride) and as long as it’s not more that 30 mile commute (it can handle a long commute but it’s not super comfortable for a daily driver). These bikes changed little over time, so don’t be afraid of an old bike. Just make sure it’s in good shape before you buy it. Also get one with electric start.
@@dunemaster3179 Thank you so much, since I knew this bike I fell in love haha. For the daily distance that I make, the bike is perfect I think so. Greetings from Colombia!
@@dunemaster3179 Bro, I have a question, Do you know which is the cruising speed of this bike in the hiway?
Camilo Quiet Rider Id say 65-70mph for cruising on the highway. 90mph top speed.
@@camiloyepesjaramillo4168 My bike is a little faster than stock because it has an airbox mod (airbox is cut out and carb is rejeted) and it has an aftermarket exhaust (not sure if it actually makes any difference). It feels plenty fast, it accelerates fast too. Also, get DR350s or DR350se, not the dirt version. Dirt version doesn't have the 6th gear that makes it possible to ride it on the highway.
Hey thanks for another great video , I chatted with you about your XR 250 and that I have one 2 I have to rebuild just the other day ....But I also have a 1992 DR 350 , and have been riding it for 8 years or longer . Question for you about the DR ....I was riding mine 2 days ago and it ran fine . next day I get on it to kick start it and I have NO compression ! Did the old pour oil into the spark plug hole and kick it ....I do have compression then ..... trying to figure it out , any thoughts ? Thanks
ski bum The Rowdy Rambling Hobo maybe your decompression cable is getting caught somewhere
@@dunemaster3179 .... I will check that cable out next then , that would be great if thats it and a easy fix . Ok thanks
What part of Oregon are tou from. I'm from Springfield.
I'm in Portland
Hello do you ride it to muddy or rocky ways how is the off road capability can you say ”its almost the same characteristic response on off road drz400 or wr250 and any ohters”
I haven’t actually taken it on very muddy roads or single trails. I’ve ridden it on gravel roads for miles with lots of bumps that had some slightly muddy areas and it ride great. I weight 175lbs and suspension felt very good on bumps. It pulls very good uphill. Overall, it was very comfortable and fun ride.
Abdullah ODABAŞI I never ridden drz 400 or wr250 so I cant tell you how it compares.
Hey dune master is it good on climbing sand dunes
I'm sure it is. I haven't tried it lol
Found a 1995 in great shape with 800 miles but for $2300. Do you think thats too much?
I think it's a bit too much, but I'm a cheapskate
Man someone's selling one of these where I live but I can't afford it haha
I just bought a 1992 DR350S. What would you recommend I do first to get it running?
If it’s been sitting for a while I would recommend cleaning the carb really well. Watch my other video on how start your bike if you’re having a hard time kicking yours.
Do you know if a DRZ400 FMF will fit a DR350SE? Thanks!
boblai0405 frankly, I don’t know
@@dunemaster3179 no worries, thanks!
How tall are you, I’m 6’5” will I fit?
I’m 5’11 and it feels a bit big for off-road use for me but feels good on the street
Good idea, but you should speak with the engine off. It's to annoying. Keep it up 👍
Kick that thing like you want it to start!
No the dr350 is crap.
Do not buy this white elephant.
It's hopeless...
u used obumer pics what a dup
How tall are you, I’m 6’5” will I fit?
I’m 6’5” and have have a 1990 dr350s for over twenty years. I adjusted the rear suspension to its highest point and it’s been good for me!
Yep I’m 6’4 and 210lbs I fit just fine you’ll be good I believe the stock seat height is like 34-36 inch seat height it’s great mine is kick only model my buddy has an electric start model and I honestly I like the idea of not needing a battery to run that and I’m still young enough to kick it over (27) and like the video says super low maintenance just change oil, filter and clean the screen inside the bike frame at the end of the riding season and it will serve you well for many years, snag up a few extra CDI units as extra parts cuz they don’t make them anymore but other then the CDI and the voltage rectifier you can still buy all electrical components online.