DRZ400SM Day Trip. (170 Miles)

[@tonyheitsman4728]

I'm a Ford guy,so I turned you off.

[@linksgarage1985]

Thanks for watching! And to be clear, I own 2 Fords. 💪🏼

[@tonyheitsman4728]

@Link’s Garage not sure what throwing shade on a Ford was for then? But good video

[@linksgarage1985]

@@tonyheitsman4728 you have to watch all the videos I guess. (Ford employees me)

[@pucknhusker9426]

@@linksgarage1985 Youd think you called his mum a ho, sensitive

[@jadonrhoads7634]

@@tonyheitsman4728he gets a deal on fords

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Solid edit ! To be able to make a 170 mile moto vlog interesting is not easy to do . Swapping out jets mid ride , not only finding your lost shifter but having a spare on board ( wow) , capturing the moment a considerate driver offered herself as a blocker vehicle while stopped on the curve at the accident site and also capturing the momment an inconsiderate driver turned left infront of you . Couple all of that with good narration ,nifty camera angles and perfect tunes .Well crafted good sir .

[@linksgarage1985]

Hey man! I really appreciate that. Great summary! Chopping up 220 minutes of video to make interesting isn’t the easiest of things. But I’m learning. I appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment sir! 💪🏼

[@187_Hannibal]

Once you have s fridge in your garage just for your sodas, you know you've made it, love your videos man!

[@linksgarage1985]

Thank you!!!!!!! It’s a garage must have! 🤣

[@StreetbeatDesigns67]

HELL YES This is EXACTLY the kind of riding I love to do. Gives you a whole new respect for the bike experiencing how easy it handles trips like this, and it's even better when you take your camera with you

[@linksgarage1985]

Heck yea! I’m hoping this year will be filled with awesome adventures and I can take you guys along with me!

[@CEEPMDEE]

Please take a moment to promote that BADASS tool kit you have there.

[@linksgarage1985]

Full vid! Thanks for watching! kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpOsf5SCg9J6p9ksi=qqvj7woX3mWz6q8q

[@OM-sb2bd]

I respect anyone with their stock shifter at the ready. 🤘🏻 Nice wife nice life 🔥☮️ Ride on!

[@linksgarage1985]

Thanks man! I appreciate it!

[@TBOSUMO]

My guy doing work on the 360 cam. I love watching this channel evolve and grow, man. Inspirational, brother.

[@linksgarage1985]

Thanks dude. I never thought in a billion years I’d make a video. Or interact with people like this. I love every single minute of it. Appreciate you watching fam. 💪🏼

[@damiandamian2553]

That is so cool. I miss riding . Time to get a Supermoto !!

[@linksgarage1985]

Hell yea! Do it!

[@jacklee9431]

Awesome content man! You’re a damn Mcguyver changing those jets, respect. I’m jealous of those roads you got out there. That low 360 shot of the chain was saucy.

[@linksgarage1985]

Thank you man! I appreciate you watching. Trying to learn the 360 cam a bit more so I can bring you guys some good content. 💪🏼

[@Minuteman108]

just recently got into your videos! ive had my drz for about 6 years its nice finding a motovlogger with the same bike and share mods with!

[@linksgarage1985]

Thank you man! I appreciate you checking it out!

[@levigamer09]

I've been through glensboro before actually lol hit me up if you're ever in southern Ohio I ride my drz all over back roads like these

[@linksgarage1985]

Will do bro. Thanks for watching!

[@thebadger8989]

Great video man

[@linksgarage1985]

@@thebadger8989 thank you!

[@mrsmel269]

great chasing brother !!! you helping me survive brother ;-) enjoy the weekend

[@linksgarage1985]

Thanks man! 80mph winds here today. Trees down all over. No power. Been running on my Honda generator all day. Tree fell on my Toyota, smashed the windshield. It’s been a shit day dude. I appreciate you watching as always.

[@mrsmel269]

damn brother hope its doesnt get any worse and the power get one brother . make sure you get some footage deff sucks but hope you can get a grad slam and make some cheddar . be safe Link

[@JeffJeno1000]

I really enjoyed this video, thanks 🙏

[@linksgarage1985]

Thank you!!

[@Commoncrumbs]

Every time I think I’ve picked either a dr650 or drz 400 as my next bike I watch’s video that makes me question it. I’m a pretty aggressive rider both on the street and the dirt with 20 years of experience. I’m on a Multistrada 1260 now which is the best road bike I’ve ever owned. But I need a bdr and single track bike for a second bike. I’m 6’4 210lbs slim athletic build. I’m just not sure the drz will be enough on the street for me to get to the trails.

[@linksgarage1985]

@@Commoncrumbs It’s a dilemma for sure. I guess it depends on your needs. I’m 6’1 215ish for reference. And it hauls the mail with me just fine. But I don’t ride the dirt on this bike. It’s just one of my street bikes.

[@xMcVaCh1nax]

Bruh those rip its made me feel like I just saw a ghost😂 only seen those while in the military

[@linksgarage1985]

Yea buddy. Pallets full of 8oz baby cans of Ripits! 💪🏼. By best friend lived off of them in the Marine Corps.

[@stgga6054]

Love the video. Couldn’t help but see the gas price where you live. Bro gas is 3.79 for reg a gallon where I live. What’s going on!!!😂

[@linksgarage1985]

Thank you! Yea it’s been coming down. Shit was like over $5 a year ago!

[@JW-gb6hq]

Nice vid…thanks

[@linksgarage1985]

Thank you!

[@shootix]

Nice as always but watch your left foot, I would recommend putting it further up and not let it hang down underneath the shift lever like at 15:00 a habit that can get pretty nasty in a corner or a tight turn

[@linksgarage1985]

For sure! Thanks for the tip!

[@BrutalOwls]

I'd love to see a video on your toolkit you take with you dude, I just have the toolkit that came with the bike 😎🤙 Those are some sweet roads too, nice video!

[@linksgarage1985]

You’re in luck. I made a video on it. While back. Only thing that’s changed is I pack some jets with me. But OEM Kit that comes with the bike is actually really functional. I bet I could take almost the entire bike apart with it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpOsf5SCg9J6p9k

[@BrutalOwls]

@@linksgarage1985 thanks for the link man, didn't know you made a video lol

[@linksgarage1985]

@@BrutalOwls all good man. Enjoy

[@whoajack]

Commentary is awesome (he's on drugs, she's on drugs, they're all on drugs ahhahaha). What kind of tech gear do you use to record these, comes out real good. Also carb jetting mid-ride sound next level. And edited because wow shifter fell off and you had spare and fixed, definitely next level :P

[@linksgarage1985]

They are all on drugs! Ha. Go Pro hero 10, iPhone 12, and insta 360 X3 for the 360 shots. Purple panda microphone. Nothing crazy! Thanks for watching!

[@Micscience]

I have never worked on a DRZ but that is the simplest jet change I have ever seen. You didn't even take out the bowl. My bikes you can't remove the main without removing the bowl or at the very least twist the carburetor so you can get ratchet access. That is the best riding and then stopping for a fresh cheese burger man you are stealing my life goals.

[@linksgarage1985]

Not stealing them. You can do it to! And yes. The jet change was easier because this has the FCR39 carb. If it was OEM, it would have been more involved. Thanks for watching!

[@christianlemaster1349]

Hey boss have you thought ab changing the dash to an aftermarket with a tachometer? I was thinking about doing it but i wanna see you do it first LOL

[@linksgarage1985]

Haha! I’ve thought about it. But I’m ok with the OG dash. I did do a Trailtech install on my banshee Supermoto build.

[@jcollins0101]

Nice ride! Subbed

[@linksgarage1985]

Hell yea! Thank you!

[@Bick5402]

Loved seeing the roadside jetting change. I have the same carb and will be putting it on soon. Got it after watching your vids and seeing how well it’s working out for you. How did the seat concepts seat treat you on that ride?

[@linksgarage1985]

Seat concepts seat is awesome! And as for the jet change, I still don’t have it 100%. I’m running 2 rich. I dropped it to a 165 and may even do a 160 soon. Have to ride it to find out. But it’s super easy to swap. Literally 3 mins.

[@Bick5402]

@@linksgarage1985 keep us posted for where you end up. If the weather down there is anything like here in northern PA the temp swing can mess with things jetting wise as the air density changes. It looked like you just needed a 14mm wrench and was that a 1/4 inch universal joint you used to get the socket in there to change the main?

[@linksgarage1985]

@@Bick5402 yep. A 14mm for the main nut, and I used a 6mm attached to a 1/4 universal. Easy peasy. 💪🏼

[@jonnyjaywalk]

The comment about them creaming motorcyclists is so true. Zero road authority

[@linksgarage1985]

Facts

[@CraigSmith568]

I couldn't believe you had the stock shifter on you.

[@linksgarage1985]

Yea. Made a tool kit video on what I ride with in my back pack. I’m kind of a prepper. I never like being un prepared. 💪🏼. This was no exception. Thanks for watching Craig and always commenting. I appreciate it.

[@1Kyhole4u]

You are very knowledgeable when it comes to these DRZs. Would you happen to know where I can get a good plastics kit for my 2015 DRZ400SM? I’ve looked everywhere and no luck. Mine is white and has scuffs and scratches. Plastics seem a tad faded as well.

[@linksgarage1985]

Honestly, I’ve never had to buy anything other than a fender. And that was an Acerbis unit. I would try eBay!

[@1Kyhole4u]

@@linksgarage1985 thanks for the reply! I haven’t tried e-bay yet but I’ll give it a shot. I admire the fact you take very good care of your bike and keep it clean and looking fresh. My 2015 plastics aren’t looking so great. Bought it used and the rash on the plastics is driving me insane.

[@linksgarage1985]

@@1Kyhole4u Thank you! I try to keep it nice. I worked hard for it so I’d like to keep it in good shape. I did a quick eBay search and there is lots of decent looking options on there. The plastics should prob all fit the SM model from 05-23. good luck and thanks for watching. I appreciate it!

[@brendandownham654]

sheesh that thing runs so smooth, mines still bone stock other than cosmetics. Has that carb issued more maintenance than stock when it comes to reliability?

[@kennethreyburn8049]

I love rip its bro!!

[@linksgarage1985]

💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼hell yea. Me 2

[@alexgroezinger762]

May I ask what tools you are using to take the jet out? I’m have having trouble putting a new one in and I get get it back in with the tools I have

[@linksgarage1985]

You have stock carb?

[@alexgroezinger762]

@@linksgarage1985 nope the clone fcr

[@linksgarage1985]

@@alexgroezinger762 I’m not at home. But I believe it’s a 14mm to take bowl but loose and a 6mm for the main jet

[@maxwell9734]

Awesomeness! ✨ 🎩✨

[@linksgarage1985]

Thank you!!!!

[@norbertosandoval4826]

Your still using the fcr clone my man?

[@linksgarage1985]

Yes I am!

[@alexgroezinger762]

Two questions, how did your butt feel after that long ride and how often did you refuel?

[@linksgarage1985]

Add felt great. And refueled every 90 miles or so

[@jessecrawford2711]

It has a adjustable pilot air jet turn it all the way in then back it out to a little more than half a turn, install the 42 pilot then drop the main back to a 160 and move the needle down two clips dropping the needle. Your rich bro. I have the same carb. I can hit 108 np and I run a 38 pilot 60 pilot air jet and a 152 main with a DVT needle. I finally have it perfect I bought it when I seen how good it worked for you. You can probably run a richer main and pilot bc you have the full exhaust but try what I said I won't steer you wrong. Running it that rich is gonna contaminate your oil and wash your cylinder wall

[@linksgarage1985]

It’s rich. I dropped the main last night. But the weird thing is I pulled the plug, and it didn’t indicate a rich condition. Odd

[@jessecrawford2711]

​@@linksgarage1985 it's breathing pretty good so you are probably close. I would leave the jets as is and just move the needle to c2. I think when I started playing with the adjustable pilot screw they had it set at like 110. I finally got mine perfect but I hated taking that carb out. I moved my pilot air jet to a 65 from jets r us and used a washer to get a half clip position on my needle. It's finally running great and I can get 55 mpg with all the balls the carb gives.

[@jaredharlin428]

How much louder is your exhaust compared to the stock? I love the purple too btw. I just bought a 2023 DRZ400sm and it’s all stock I wanna get the dual yoshi exhaust on it! Sick shit tho. How much of a difference in wind hitting your hands with the covers on the handlebars does it help in aerodynamics?

[@linksgarage1985]

First of all thanks for watching! Second, congrats on the new ride. Third, the exhaust is wayy louder than stock. And lastly, the guards definitely help with wind deflection especially when it’s colder. It’s not perfect, but it’s def not bad.

[@wayneswheelssw9957]

Nice little tool kit, where from?

[@linksgarage1985]

@@wayneswheelssw9957 the pouch is made by Klim. But I kinda put the kit together myself. Details here! kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpOsf5SCg9J6p9ksi=NOsN-xybKdBd9dYP

[@wayneswheelssw9957]

@@linksgarage1985 cool man

[@زيادالاحمدي-ز5ث]

Where do you buy mirrors from?

[@linksgarage1985]

Stealth mirrors!

[@StoredJT]

What gear do you wear on long rides ??

[@GromBeardo]

Love how easy the jet changes are! #fuckfuelinjection

[@linksgarage1985]

Hell yea bro. Simple af. I was looking at Groms last night…. The wife wasn’t having it. I’m about that life…

[@GromBeardo]

@@linksgarage1985 Do it! I don't know about you but I didn't become this awesome by listening to my wife🤣 Fair warning, they aren't nearly as much fun if you're riding alone. Definitely a blast in a group though. If you can make it down to the Small Bore Rally, let me know. I'll be bringing 5 bikes or more, so I can put your ass in one for the weekend if you don't grab one before🤘

[@linksgarage1985]

@@GromBeardo you’re the man. I’ve got some Honda 50s I’ve owned for 20 years. And I’ve put so many fucking miles on those bitches it’s insane. I bet my 92 Z50 has 50k miles on it. Maybe I’ll make more of those vids. 💪🏼. And nope. I’ve always been this awesome. Since 1985.

[@nicholascaptures]

Lol the wifey. Really?😳

[@linksgarage1985]

Maybe I’ll start using her for clickbait in my thumbnails so people will watch. 🤣

[@GromBeardo]

@@linksgarage1985 Yeah, for real. We need to see her more often🤪

[@linksgarage1985]

@@GromBeardo operation #pimpmywife initiated. 💪🏼

[@GromBeardo]

@@linksgarage1985 YES!🤘🤣

[@maxwell9734]

@@linksgarage1985...oh no, I can see it now, "as long as you call that Deezer, "RuPaul" 🤯 😂 Just messin wit you!

[@blakeskeens2722]

learn to wheelie bro you got it

[@linksgarage1985]

Yea. I think that might be in the list. Wheelie progression. Could be fun. 💪🏼

[@blakeskeens2722]

@@linksgarage1985 its really fun bro and nice vids keep it up, back break is number 1 for wheelies btw

[@blakeskeens2722]

back brake**

[@linksgarage1985]

@@blakeskeens2722 for sure.

[@linksgarage1985]

@@blakeskeens2722 man nothing worse than a Craigslist add that reads.. “brand knew breaks”. I got you dude. Coming soon. 💪🏼

[@timmysingh8062]

Everyone was so nice, its a shit show here im comiforina

[@linksgarage1985]

People are nice here.

[@azoozazeez1226]

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[@linksgarage1985]

Thanks for watching!

[@sharpbj]

Cheap piece of chinese &&$$@@!!!. I ordered one and returned it as soon as I unpacked it. Saw that half-butt insert and sent it back. Great riding footage man, that 360 camera is dope. I just got a Hero 11 and now I have camera envy.

[@linksgarage1985]

Yea. I’m about to do a video on that shifter. Pisses me off. I got a better one this time. And the 360 cam is nice! I got the X3. And my other filming is a hero 10. Thanks for watching I appreciate it!