Things To Know When Buying A DR-Z400S
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- čas přidán 29. 10. 2013
- In this video I talk about things you will need to know when buying a DR-Z400S. The bike is amazing off of the showroom floor, but there are a few mods that can really bring the bike to life.
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My Bike : 2013 Suzuki DRZ 400s
Mods so far : D606 rear & TKC80 front - 3x3 mod and jetting - Chopped ugly rear fender - Devol Extreme Radiator Guards
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I purchased a 2002 DRZ400 about 4 months ago after some of my friends started getting into dual sport riding. I am 63 years old, I have ridden motorcycles since I was 16, I took about 20 years off of the dirt bikes until I bought the DRZ. I used to ride and race dirt bikes, When I purchased the DRZ I was not expecting much out of the bike. I just wanted to see if I could still ride off road and if I still liked it doing it without spending a lot of money. At first I was not that impressed, it was just a dual sport bike but the more time in the saddle the more impressed I am with the bike. I just rode my friends 2020 Husqvarna FE350 and to tell you the truth I liked the DRZ better. Yes the suspension was better on the FE but the DRZ had better power and just felt better all around, To tell you the truth I was hesitant to ride the FE, I knew that if I really liked it I would buy one and I didn't want to spend $13,000. A drag race on the street my DRZ will beat the FE by 30ft from zero to 70 MPH. the low end torques is a lot better too, so bottom line I see no reason spend the money on a newer bike , Thanks for listening, stay safe and have fun
That's awesome Frank! I'm glad to hear you are enjoying the bike. In one of my recent videos I had a similar experience on a Beta. Yeah it was fun to ride, but I was much more comfortable and happy on my DRZ.
Try the “purchase of prostitution”. We call it POP out here in San Antonio.
Finally linked to this video in my "DRZ quick review" video. Still feel kinda bad about using the footage in two places... but hopefully people will find value in both videos. If you want me to take mine down I definitely can.
I got a 18 drz my first street legal bike I love it. Just ordered a new pipe air filter and new jets can’t wait to get her out
Just so you know this is the video that convinced me to buy my DRZ. Many thanks.
Man, I love getting these comments. I'm glad the video was able to help you make your choice! I have tons of others as well once you start getting the itch to kit her out! Congrats!
ME TO BRO
Gonna get one soon ^_^
Just want to say thanks for all the info and opinions you have on the bike. I have a "99 DR 350 SE that I love. I have been toying with getting a 400 but I am trying to decide if it's worth it and your videos have helped a lot! Also, I think it's awesome that your wife rides with you! My wife rides a TW 200 and all of my friends are jealous that she not only supports my riding, but rides with me as well. My 15 year old and 11 year old boys both have bikes as well and I cannot think of a better family activity than to ride together! Thanks for all of the videos and keep them coming!
Dude, I'm 1:10 into your video and you just summed up every 20-min "should you buy a DRZ" video. That's a good educator who knows his craft, and his audience. Subscribed.
From Colorado, just started riding off pavement, love it!!! Never ending trails in Colorado!! Riding a Royal Enfield Himalayan. Great video...
Visiting Colorado and Utah is on my bucket list... because of youtube. Great Video !
Beautiful looking country, and I appreciate the commentary.
Thank you!
Thanks, man... this was really helpful when choosing between a DR650 and DRZ400 as a second bike to compliment my V-Strom!! Between you, Hermit, and Everide, I got all I needed to know to choose a used DRZ! Luckily, I found one with most of the required mods already done, with the exception of the seat and the tank (Yoshi exhaust and header, jetting, bar risers, airbox, manual cam-chain tensioner, etc.) Your time and knowledge helped me greatly and I thank you for that! Great job, and keep up the good work (You do an awesome job... and that from a 27-year professional broadcaster!) Cheers, man!
Thank you sir! I just had to ban a guy for leaving an obnoxious comment then I read this and remember that people can still be awesome. Thank you very much. Glad we all could help. You are going to love that DRZ, they are amazing bikes.
Thank you! About a year ago I was doing all of this research and trying to make a decision on which bike to buy! It's crazy that I've been riding for less then 1 year. My head spins when I try to think about everything I have learned. It has been a great journey.
Jus found one, 6k miles. picking it up tomorrow. super excited
how much?
Yes, what was the price you paid? Going to look at 2014 for $4800. Guy says it only has 425 miles on it. Seems super low miles for a 6 year old bike.
I love my DR650.. with the Dunlop D606 at the rear and the Pirelli MT 21 Tire up front . A combo made in heaven
Yes I have same combo , good for dirt but horrible on road in twistIes.and speeds over 50.
@@westfletcher9219 i haven't really had a problem with them, although I'm not trying to drag a knee because i know the tires are not at all made for that, but they handle the road better than I thought. At 70 plus the front tire does hum a bit, but that's to be expected.
Great video CDS. Absolutely right regarding how overlooked Radiator guards tend to be in a build-up.
Thank you for creating this video! As a new rider I really appreciate the honest review.
+Johnny Park No problem man! Check out More Things To Know When Buying A DRZ for more! I also have the two Dual Sport Shootout videos which are packed full of info.
Yup, I just started following you, this is really great stuff. Keep it up!
Great review! Looking for a DRZ myself now.
Thanks man, love the bike, I’ve been riding since 6 yrs old and have never owned a Suzuki and I’m looking for a DRZ 4 right now. Don’t know if you usually climb hills like that but word of advice, should crank it down a gear and wrap it up higher, it’ll save so many miles on that clutch. Thanks again for the info on the bike man
so glad I found your videos. been looking at a leftover 2016 but had my doubts as im 6'2" 290lbs. I think I will go with the 400
Nice! Watch More Things To Know and pay close attention to the seat upgrade ;-)
Go the dr650 if your tall & can ride better then a beginner
I suggest that you look up cross training enduro/ cross training adventure
Barry runs both channels & know his shit with the drz400 & the dr650
No matter what your get 400/650 check out his channels & how to unleash the hidden beast
Even shows you how to turn the stock suspension into basically a closed cartridge fork
Check it out & keep it upright
Thank you sir! Yes, that D606 is beast! I think you will love them.
the rear original tyre on my drz400e lasted only 500km. and i now have the same rear as you 1000km still doesn't even look worn. great tips mate
Colorado looks like eastern wa. Great video. Hope to have a DRZ real soon.
smart people that we are..... tons of research..... I have a doctorate in CZcams and a bachelors in Wiki. yes that must be me. lol
Ive been researching for 8 years now.
They keep changing and adding new models though!
But do you have a masters in Reddit?
i am wrapping up a dual dissertation of youtube in: motos/autos & guitars (4 & 6 strings)
this dude loves his motorcycle & i get it (good for him), but it seems he had to change or mod many features to get this happy. i suppose that’s the case with anything these days, but it seems that he had to do an awful lot to get comfy & confident with this machine. is this normal in Dual-Sport-Adventuring?
Lol
Yes, I have those as well. Additionally, my Google Fu is strong, and I follow my Gumby friends at CROSS TRAINING ENDURO SKILLS on YT.
im planning to buy a new drz 400 s, thanks for video
on procycle.com they sell clutch/casing guards ,there thin pieces of metal that protect the motor from being punctured by the break lever and or shifter i highly recommend. also if your into knobby tires the star-cross is great for the front tire, and the Terra flex is the biggest and baddest rear tire your you purchase
Nice vid. I have trail wings on my dr650 and had no problems with them. Rode in rain, up steep muddy hills, gravel and up a hill of wet grass. Never did it slip or slide.
richard rosario Awesome to hear man! However I beg you to try a set of D606's and do the same. I think you'll be shocked at the difference.
I had the 02 e version , but occasionally road on the road anyway . It was my second out of 8 bikes and I enjoyed it . My only complaint is that it is under powered for my taste but its not bad . The bike is bullet proof & very reliable and fun to ride . If I had the chance to get another one to bump around on I would .
Just picked up a 2015 drz400s. I'm 6 ft 167 lbs and the bike feels like heaven! Moved up from a 2007 virago xv250. Was a hard choice with all kinds of dual sports my local dealer had to offer but, all your video's and your buddies video's helped my find the right trail buster for me. Cuz my little virago hates my kind of fun haha
Awesome to hear man and glad i/we could help! Post some pictures to the Facebook when you get a chance!
ColoradoDualSport I don't have a Facebook:( but its the gray model, and now has 104 miles on it! Whoot whoot
Try the combo of d606 rear and the pirelli mt21 front. I've tried a lot of different tires and that is by far my favorite combination for my drz
Great video, thank you! Hey where is this beautiful scenery?
Thank you! This is squaw pass near Idaho springs CO.
I'm picking up my "new" leftover 2014 DRZ-400S tomorrow morning! Suzuki had a $1500 rebate for the '14, with 0% finance rate.. How could I turn that down for a brand new bike? Anyway, can't wait to get it and ride! Of course I will keep my Sportster for riding road trips, but this dual sport is going to be a blast.. it's been 10 years since I had my DR650, so I'm more than ready to get back on a trail bike and have some fun in Colorado this summer.
Thanks man! Can't wait until dueling DRZ's next year!
V V good and honest experienced Opinion : Appreciate it , Mite . Thank you for your presentation.
How do you Compare DRZ400 with Husky 310TE , please .... ?? Thank You.
Great job on the review. I think all bikes needs some type of mod to make it what it should be. I know my Honda was stock when I bought it and I have done some mods but I think that's what makes it fun. stay safe
Tankerman I think they leave the DRZ the way it is from the factory to make it as easy as possible to convert into the type of bike you want it to be. When I got Xena I could see that she was a blank slate just waiting for me to customize to my liking. An expensive blank slate, but a killer one at that!
As far as the tires, a common theme I'm hearing makes me offer up a tidbit of advice for everyone: I had the stock Death Wings for 8,000 miles. They tried to kill me many times, on-road and off-road. Since this is my first bike, I assumed it was all MY fault.
Then I wore them out and got a set of 606s on both ends. The ride home from the shop was hairy. It felt like it was floating. Oh yeah, it was also pouring rain in Texas where that doesn't happen every day. Anyways, the ride home and the first day or two were a bit... nervous... but I warmed up, and the tires broke in a bit, and now I cant imagine any other tire, on-road or off. They are FINE for on-road.
I know they say 90/10, but I never got hooked on hard-cornering a bike yet. I don't take on-ramps at 80 like some super bike friends I know. I can still take em at 50 on these knobbies. If you don't have ridiculous sport-bike cornering expectations and just drive like you have knobbies, you'll be FINE. Once they got about 100 miles on them they become very predictable. I spent a few moments in big parking lots getting used to them at speed... and rippingthrough industrial areas on weekends just getting used to the tires and how the bike handles on the road with them. you can totally learn to adapt to them.
Now, I make right hand turns from stop-signs with some drift action and often a low wheelie... if you work your way into it painfully slow over 8000-10000 miles you get a great confidence with the bike! AND, the BEST part is... in conjunction with my worst rider-fear... if I get run out into a median strip or onto the shoulder or a curb... I don't immediately wipe out in the grass... etc... I have had several near-misses that most people would have probably braced for impact, but I just made a right turn and went around. Several times now.
Also they are GREAT for getting through construction zones and when I'm going to a game or a concert and really could benefit from getting off the freeway and hitting the back streets for the last 2 miles of stopped traffic. I can scoot between guardrail gaps and fences and go where I need to. Suzuki DR-Z 400 S and 606s... ALL THE WAY!
I have 4000 miles on my Motoz Tractionators on my 2017 Triumph Tiger 800xcx! They are arguably the most aggressive DOT compliant knobbies for heavt ADV bikes! They perform a lot like you described and can't be happier! The only sketchy things about them (or with any knobbies) is when traveling over steel grated bridge decks!
Nice road and scenery.
Nice video, I'm looking at getting a DRZ because I'm smart like you said, (lol). I didn't grow around dirt bikes and test drove one yesterday, boy does it ride differently than my KLR. I think this will make a much better off-road oriented bike than my big ass Kawasaki (though I'm keeping both).
Honestly, the DRZ is much more capable off-road. The KLR is a good off-road bike, but the DRZ is just better by design plain and simple.
I want one bad, I rode a smaller kawasaki 2stroke as a youngster. My uncle drove the semi that carried the top riders bike around the supercross circuit for Suzuki. Got to see Ricky Carmichael win the SX for Suzuki. Saw Jeremy McGrath in his prime as well take a SX.
Just picked mine up today!!! 2017 black with the blue and grey logo
I got it up to 89! I’m also 230lbs!
_I agree with the seat part_ 😂
People can find a lot to complain about with any bike. I prefer the manufacturer hit the price point with accessories that will get you through the initial period. Then you can build what you want. The higher cost bikes come with cool bits but they are not always what you want. Good advice.
Not really knowing what I was getting into when I bought Xena kind of worked to my benefit. I've been able to learn and from that knowledge build the bike I want. It's a very expensive hobby, but on the weekend when you are out on that trails the smiles and fun you have are worth every penny.
Nice video.I'm in search for an inexpensive dual sports motorcycle to build up my off road skills. 0 experience on off road. At the same time, I need something which I can ride on street to a ATV/motorcycle park here in FL.
I'm preparing for a US- Canada trip on my GS 1200.
+usb6009 Well you may want to look into a KLR if it's the GS you want those skills for. The DRZ is more of a trail bike and won't be nearly the same as riding the GS offroad. The KLR is much bigger and more bulky and I think the skills you learn might translate better in the end.
Funny I was just looking up the Drz400 and I live in Tulsa Oklahoma but I've actually been up mount evens Lol small world ...keep the good vids coming
Thanks for the support! Let me know if you have any questions. if I can't answer them I'm sure I know people who can.
Thanks just got one still not sure if I wanna go full blown super Moto or go this way still ha ha I live a block away from one of the sickest roads to ride a street bike one witch is what I used to do but also I live close to a lot of good trails never been on one though with a dirt bike that is watched a lot of other guys having the time of their life though anyway cool vid nice food for thought on wheels
Hi . Bridgestone Trail wings are excellent Tire. you cannot have your tires up to 30 lb for the road and have them expect them to do their job in the dirt you got at least running between 18 to 20 lb for off road. I run that presser on my KLX and I have absolutely no issues with my tires.
I had a drz400sm. I put 9000 miles on it which consisted of commuting to school, freeway riding from San diego to to central california, Black diamond trails (with off road rims), and 90mph sweepers. amazing bike. cant go wrong, just not even close to a racer.
But that's the thing! It's so versatile that it can do all of those things. It just doesn't focus on being amazing at one of them. I really do think it's one of the best starter dual sports you can buy. Once you own it you can tailor it to your riding preference and upgrade it how you see fit.
great video, what seat did you put on, i put a seat concepts on but no better then stock for me.
Excellent video!)) good luck
Hey there neighbour....I'm right there with you in loving my DRZ400..as you say "an amazing little bike". What you got very wrong is that it's not for long distance highway use. With the proper upgrades and mods I ride mine almost exclusively on the road....a lot. Now over 47,000km.(30,000 mi.)on the clock.
My mods: Kenda K761 tires, full FMF Powercore exhaust, Clarke 16 litre(4 gallon) tank,
picknngrinn Awesome, and I'm glad you are enjoying your DRZ! Yes, I agree that you can make it better for exclusive on road use, but I still feel that the bike is a little light and lacking in power for long distance highway rides. I know there have been times where I couldn't maintain 75mph (speed limit) as the wind would be holding me back. Now if we are talking back roads? Oh heck yes. Even with D606's I love to carve me a mountain road.
Excellent choice of rear tire my man, the D606 is a hard one to beat. Interestingly, and surprisingly, I found that Lafawnduh does great with a Kenda trackmaster front. Who'd of thunk it? If the price is right (motorcycle super store) it might be a consideration for you in the distant future.
You don't *have* to replace the seat. If you've got hemorrhoid cream.
Great Vid. I'm just now looking at the DRZ400 and learning. Can you explain the difference between the S and E, and, pros and cons to each. I came across a 'street legal' E model which, to my understanding, is the non street legal model? Also, pros and cons for kick start. Thanks again for a great vid.
Sorry for the late reply! I've been down in New Mexico with YamaJoe. The E model was only sold in Europe and does not meet the US standards for emissions and therefore isn't street legal. Mainly the difference between the S and E is that the E has a larger carb and beefier stock exhaust. There may be a few more in depth details, but those are the major ones. The S now has the E suspension so that is a mute point. As for kick start it can save you if your battery dies. However, big 400cc 4-strokes are a serious pain to kick start. Xena does not have the kick start option and I've never had an issue. If I were to ever need to I could just bump start her with the clutch in 3rd gear. So in conclusion the E will have a little bit more "stock" power then the S, but with a few mods that you will do anyway there is really no MAJOR difference.
The 606 won Baja that’s a great choice! If y’all run the sm forks then it’s really a solid bike for hard off-road use!
I would like to buy two DR Z 400’s, I want to drive the backroads from Sioux City, IA to the Black Hills with my son.
Thanks for the video buddy
Why thank you! Yes, I think my riding has gotten a little more aggressive then the TKC80 can really handle up front. The funny thing is, she really doesn't mind the difference between 11k and 5k down at home. Now that I have everything set up properly I don't notice much of a difference at all.
Great bike. Buy one and you need to change everything?
Yep, another thing on the list to look into.
I have a DRZ 125L with a pro circuit exhaust and motocross tires and with just those two things its one of the best off-road bikes I've ever ridden.
Very nice man! Ride Safe!
great channel man! I want a dual sport like whatttttt! nice vid! :)
EN187 Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it! Check out More Things To Know too.
ColoradoDualSport
Will do!
Awesome vid! I plan on getting a used one since i'll soon have my L's. You can find really nice deals around around with low ML and some mods already installed. Got a question though, what's your gearing set? Do you switch sprockets before getting to the dirt? I reckon E's gearing is taller than the S's thus not so good for freeway...
I run the stock S gearing and haven't had any problems. Unless I'm climbing near vertical I rarely have to feather the clutch. I may at some point change it up to get a little more low grunt, but for now she's perfect. Congrats on the bike! Post pics on the Facebook when you get her.
Thanks for the video! Now I've gotta visit the dealorship to figure out if I want the 400 or 650
Love the Video . Good info .. here us a useful tip for you
Get the Kenda k760 trackmaster 2, next time, I love it and I think its better than the 606, and half the price, I'm talking free shipping to your door for 60 bucks.
Also Get Case savers for your left side the gear shifter has a tendency to dig in the case if you drop the bike on the left side and the oil will come out and leave you stranded, it happened to my friend one day on the trail , lucky was close to the house !
My buddies and I call it "setting the hook" when your front tire gets good grip :) Very informative man!
Great video thanks mate
My mods cont'd:
3x3 airbox, jetted carbs, Pro-taper bars with risers and bark busters, Scorpion rad guards, heavy duty wrap around skid pan, contoured stock seat, Skeene conspicuity lighting system with 6 running lights to wake up the brain dead 4 wheelers, and most importantly: a small windshield on the number plate to get the wind off my chest at speed. Yesterday I did 250km.(150 miles) of backroads..all pavement..total comfort....no fatigue.
A guy I know ran a 1988 DR600 around the world(over 100 countries)for 5 years...200,000km(125,000mi.).
Hey people don't be afraid to run one of these cheap and cheerful little beauties anywhere!
How is this in the desert? I live in Vegas and I’m really not gonna be in the forest, riding on harsh roads, etc. But I will occasionally be taking trips to family in California
i have kenda 90/10 true off rd tire fine on the rd kedas r cheap and good
Yeah you can run tires backwards too the tread is only for the rain. I'm getting a second set of rims for my DRZ and puting a set of KR108 track slicks.
Some tires you can run backwards to regain the sharp edge, but the D606 isn't one of them. It's a directional tire. A second set of rims has been on my list since I got Xena, but I've never been able to stay off the dirt long enough to buy them haha!
This helps me so much
Just sold my 1993 DR125..and Bought a 2013 DR-Z400... I freakin love it... still all stock of course but plan on adding what I need as the funds are available...any info I can get on the best and necessary mods is helpful.... thanks, look forward to checkin out more!!
Sweet! You are going to love it. Depending on where you live (higher elevations mostly) need to be jetted immediately. The stock jets are for sea level, do you could probably get away with doing the exhaust and airbox. But heck, might as well do all 3 and be done right? Enjoy man, and let me know if you have any questions.
right on thanks!!...I am in NC, not very high altitude....def good enough for right now...
Good review man. I'm seriously looking at this bike. It's this or the Honda CRF250L.
Thanks man! The CRF is a very reliable bike as well. The only bad things I've heard are that they are heavy.
ColoradoDualSport They are a bit heavier in comparison to the WR, but compaired to the DRZ meh...
I rode the crf250l for a few months and all I can say is they shift rough, and some things are just loose. Loose as in things rattle such as the break/clutch levers. I though bolts were coming loose a couple times, but nope, even several mechanics said some things just rattle on the CRF250ls.
On the plus side the CRF250L is a great learner bike. smooth throttle makes it real nice for the timid learner. Heck you can really get going by just easing out the clutch without throttle.
wickedout2010 crf all day for me
Pan da I've heard the crf responds well to sweet shifts not ideal for beginners. Not that you are beginner pal like u said they are rough
Hey man, I really like your videos, keep 'em coming!
+dru x Thank you sir! Suggestions are always welcome.
you aren't too far away from me... I'm down in southern CO, I just bought a drz400s... I found a 2001 with only 800 miles in showroom condition.... got a great deal... and now I'm looking at how to get it dialed for me... I'm small... 130 lbs and the suspension feels a little stiff off road... not sure yet if or how to adjust.... it came with stock tire up front and full on motocross rear..... strange, but like you talked about.... the front tire isn't so bad with all the power and grip in the back.... but yes washes out in sand... it will take little while to customize, but I'm excited.... this thing goes anywhere and with authority.... man its got some torque, it feels like I'm accelerating a road bike when I'm off road.... fast machine... but kinda clanky sometimes... will have to go over it and get the shakes out... . that tool kit probably needs to go and I can put my different shades in there...... anyway, cool vid and its fun to see more enthusiasts... and hear what other people are doing... I also cut off the plastic monkey tail :) and I actually shorted the chain gaurd as it looked like a tail as well.. but I can't barely go a day without getting on it and ripping... I find I can even sit sometimes in rough sections.... so far I actually like the stock seat... but I haven't gone far. The seat you have does look more comfy, but I hesitate to get one with a dip in the middle because I like how on the straight stock seat there are so many comfortable positions when off road. I also have a 84 xl 350r that I will match up with my drz in gearing and everything.... right now it has motocross gearing so I can't wait to get it back to dual sport set up. Anway, cheers man!!
Right on man, congrats on the bike! I ended up loving the full set of D606's in the end. Also, the seat concepts seat doesn't have a dip in the middle, it gets skinnier width wise where your legs go when you stand up and is fatter towards the back. I 110% recommend it.
@@ColoradoDualSport I've been hearing more and more about the d606's and I will def check out that seat!! thx
what year DRZ should i look at? like what year should i start at? i want something newer but not exactly 2014
Please could you link that video you spoke of where he explains jetting? cant find it
Kenda K270 are a good choice for DRZs too. A set, new tubes and rim strips can be had for about $120, mounting not included. FCR pumper carbs can be had off ebay for $150. Probably better than 3x3 and jetting.
Good stuff dude.Wish I would have seen this before I got my bike. Where were you a year ago? Ha Ha. Could have saved some hours of research on my own.
My KLX the seat was like a rock after 15 minutes . might be worth spending the extra money and get a nice aftermarket seat. I got a Sargent seat for my bike where in the back gets a lot wider which I find my but in most of the time of that seat. even tho its over three hundred bucks for the seat was well worth the money.
Love my Airhawk well designed well made
In other words, do you set your jetting for 8 thousand feet or so? Or do you jet yours differently for high mountains vs 5200ft
👍👊🇺🇲 you know I've been here a long time. This is about three or four times I have watched this video from back in the day. Peace out✌️🇺🇲
Thank you man! I still can't belive this video got as big as it did. It brought a lot of new people to the channel. Happy New Year!
@@ColoradoDualSport Happy New Years👍👊🇺🇲
2002 DRZ 400, only a 3x3 mod, i got it up to 114 everything else was stock.
bot a 2015 drz s in fall of 2017.After 12,000 km riding around on the back roads of Mexico and the amazing Copper Canyon ,have only done one MOD. My bike was coughing and lack of power at 6000ft plus elevation .I did the 3x3 MOD in the parking lot with a leatherman tool and could believe the difference in performance.
I defied death with the trailwings until they wore out. Did a lot of road though, and trail. Some nearly trail. Now with the dunlops I trail ride with ease. I get head shake but only above 80-85.
LOL! You sir deserve trophies! Glad you made it out alive.
I would have to disagree on the long distance highway riding. With a better seat, larger fuel tank, basic performance mods and some luggage this thing has no problem cruising as far as you want to take it. Its only limit is its riders endurance. Lower the final drive ratio a bit if the higher rpms make you nervous. I realize all these mods can put it closer to the price range of something designed for highway riding but you wont get the dirt performance out of some of the bigger heavier bikes.
Also a fender eliminator is a must. The stock fender and taillight is damn ugly. If your going to spend $100 on vanity item make it a fender eliminator, it improves the look 100%
Awesome vid man. I just moved to Denver a month ago and am looking for a DRZ 400S. Going to check at one via CL tomorrow!
Thank you! Welcome to Denver. When you find one, post some pictures on the facebook page.
Is it worth buying it new now after so many other bikes have FI? You still have it?
Wow!! Beautiful countryside....I'm stuck down here in Florida...flat sand bar and at Sea Level...yuck!! At your altitute you might have to adjust the carborater.
What kind of seat did you put it on.
I've been looking for this video for weeks now thank you
Any time lol check out more things to know as well.
Is it a good bike to learn to ride on ?
Where do you take the bike for the jetting? Just the dealership?
I have a 2011 DRZ 400s good bike but I need to lower it a bit and maybe a different rear sprocket, just not enough low end for hills
Check out the stock DRZ400E gearing. That is what I changed to and it's perfect.
Would this fit someone who’s 5,7 well experienced
Very good info man, all are great points that are a must IMO! :D
Have you done anything with the rear shock? I'm 175 lbs, and the rear spring is a bit soft for me, the front forks are usable. I rode a friend of mine's bike with full race-tech suspension, and I'm telling you, that's the next best thing to changing the stock tires.
mrpotatoheadracing Nope the suspension is all stock even now. It's adjusted as tight as it can go for the moment. I want to do a full suspension on her, but that's $1,000 I don't have laying around at the moment. Some day!
So what your trying to say is the bike is restricted when you buy it, Is the motor a 4 valve head and what type of carby comes with the bike?
Thank you for the advice. How does the height compare to the KLR650 of everride?? Is the DRZ taller or shorter??
TheTyrial86 The DRZ is much taller then the KLR. The KLR is lower which makes it better on the highway. The DRZ is taller which makes it better off road.
well I added a pipe and Dunlops. now just Jet kit and 3x3 mod. then I will head to colorado for some exploring and panning,
Awesome man, congrats on the upgrades! You will love those D606's in the dirt.
the kenda K760 is an awesome offroad DOT tire but I dont see it lasting long if you ride a lot on road, its 90 off 10 on lol
+This0is0pointless Thanks for the info! I've been loyal to the full set of D606's since I made this video. They work great in our super rocky terrain having very solid side walls.
Great video. I’m in northern ny .. Hudson Valley area.. I’ve been looking at these, would love to do some road and trail rides .. how are oil changes...?
I have a DRZ 400s just bought a BMW sentao 650 GS what do you thing about that bike? Just looking for your thoughts on it. Still have my DRZ and i love it. love your channel as well love your videos
Well, BMW's come with a stigma in the dual sport world. I don't mind them, but I've never ridden one to be honest.
Well i guess i will have to let you know about the sertao g650gs Love all your videos,keep them coming. i really enjoy watching them.
how does it perform in high altitudes? I live in the colorado springs area and i am interested in a DRZ400.
do the 3x3 MOD you will be good