Why I Went from a 701 Supermoto to a DRZ400 Supermoto

[@wiickedwill]

Dope video bro and your definitely right about the stoppies, it feels so natural on thr DRZ

[@HDSupermoto]

Hell yeah bro, having a blast!

[@artiexr222]

Just discovered your channel and loving the DRZ content (another UK DRZ owner ) you certainly owned the traffic lol looking forward to following your journey.

[@HDSupermoto]

But wait! There’s more!!!! 😜 Thank you for the sub and I’m loving the DRZ400SM so far. Don’t know why it gets talked about so badly. Just took her to a track this weekend 🤘🏼

[@artiexr222]

@@HDSupermoto Excellent look forward to the upload.

[@HDSupermoto]

Should be done before the weekend 🤘🏼

[@emXietyy]

Man you save mad time on that thing , i need one here in FL with this traffic

[@HDSupermoto]

Glad I was able to help you decide bro 🦾 enjoy 🙌🏼

[@bearwolffish]

7:14 Would say this is a real thing. Owned a 2012 for just over a year and in the winter it would want a good couple minutes or it could make it to the shop around the corner and then take another couple minutes to start or cut off at first red light when revs sat a moment. Adjusting the idle/fuel air mix helped, draining float bowl etc. But definitely some situations were you just want to be able to hop on and ride out. Bike is in a league of its own when it comes to the class, perfect for people who like to learn and work on their own.

[@HDSupermoto]

I definitely think an awesome bike, but definitely has limitations. But you pay the price with maintenance on better bikes haha

[@dirtbikeguy07]

Love drzed content! Nice bike. I don’t feel bad no more since I don’t have a husky or ktm

[@HDSupermoto]

Thank you 🙏🏼 I’m really happy with the DRZ. And to me, a motorcycle is a motorcycle. Sometimes you have more fun with things wouldn’t expect it. Shit, I know how to have fun on a scooter 😂

[@Arthurchik83]

привет у меня drz 400 я подумываю поменять на 701 скажи , почему 701 так плох?

[@AbeNXC]

Keep strong bro, earned a sub

[@HDSupermoto]

Thanks Abe 🦾🦾🦾

[@ericlikewhoa]

damn dropping a bombshell on me lol. 701 to drz! with being very close to weight, i figured the 701 would feel like "a drz on steroids" like many online claim. was considering a jump from a duke 390 to the 701 as an all around bike.

[@HDSupermoto]

Don’t get me wrong, 701 is a bad ass bike. But the DRZ is what I’m looking for

[@VBMichael_D]

I look at that 701 and think that virtually no one is going to be able to max out the envelope of that bike; this is like the Kawi H2 or a turbo Busa of supermotos. It's almost a bike to get just so you can be like 'holy shit this is ridiculous' as you ride it. I'd be willing to be a 525 will have way more power than anyone would ever need in a supermoto.

[@HDSupermoto]

@MichaelPullins-h8z you should check out my race videos. You have to go back a bit, but I have some good races on the 701 😉

[@quinteastwood8752]

I think a ktm/husky 500 supermoto is where im going. I wanted a drz but i just cant justify the 2000 tech. I already had a dr650, i know theyre crazy capable but that was fifteen years ago!

[@HDSupermoto]

The DRZ is super fun and bulletproof, but lacks power, same plastics since forever and carbureted. Just keep in mind the Husky/KTM will require more maintenance more frequently. But well worth it 🦾

[@danielsmt0766]

I agreed with this i use to have this bike and miss alot

[@HDSupermoto]

For sure!!! Still have the 701 in the shop, waiting to raffle it off. Already $2k in parts 😢

[@NINJA-yh9md]

Crazy, I've rode the drz. Never on the the 701 yet.

[@NINJA-yh9md]

I may have went with the wr250x. I liked that bike and it was only a little slower than the drz400sm.

[@HDSupermoto]

I wouldn’t mind one neither

[@diggy-d8w]

Appreciate the honest pov, carbs are not a big deal unless you get bad gas or let it sit up for long periods. And there's plenty of parts, might even be a lot of DRZ's laying around for parts as well? I hate sensors & crap but I'm only now looking at this bike. Looking at a lot of channels to see what they say.... opinions are like arse-holes, everybody has one ! Thanks again

[@diggy-d8w]

Suspension Questions? Is this bike the SM or Dual ? And what set of front forks makes it an Enduro Bike setup? I know nothing so are there other front forks that can be swapped out into this bike? That is an important thing before I buy and I'm glad you're talking about it. I hope to learn more...guess I'll be going thru your videos soon? yup, thanks man

[@HDSupermoto]

I ended up selling it and getting a 501 💪🏼 way better all around bike, except maintenance haha

[@HDSupermoto]

The bike is a Supermoto. The main difference in the SM forks and the Enduro forks is the they are upside down on the SM. I believe they may be wider diameter as well. If you want to have two bikes in one, Warp 9 sells kids to most bikes. So you can make dirt wheels for your sm. But then again I’ve only converted my 501 enduro to SM. So I’d recommend calling in and make sure the rotors and calipers with work going SM to Enduro

[@diggy-d8w]

Ahh, the maint part is one that would get me, I can do oil -n- sH!T but having to deal w/ taking it to the dealer & of course, the price is another thing. But I'm doing my due diligence in researching this. TY much for the vids!

[@diggy-d8w]

@@HDSupermoto >> so you think the Enduro is like the SM as the Forks go? I didn't know there was an Enduro model & that's my point of asking - can you have the regular bike & then find forks off the SM & do a straight swap out? I'm not planning that but I am curious if I have the regular DRZ if I can swap out forks off 1 of the others, directly? TY for help!

[@Jdogger1979]

I did same... 701 i lemoned because it was junk...Rode a new CB1000r after for a few years... just got a drz 400sm to ride to work... People think i'm crazy, but i really like the chill DRZ.....

[@HDSupermoto]

I used to love my DRZ 400! I used to ride mine to work all the time as well, it was perfect because the maintenance schedule wasn’t too bad. Now I’m on a FE501S, so I don’t daily that one.

[@slamboy66]

At 3:25 That's what she said

[@HDSupermoto]

Hehe 😜

[@wata_laf]

Well if the carb bother u, there’s the upcoming drz4 coming out. Kinda excited myself for it.

[@HDSupermoto]

I would love to try them for sure

[@firstimeshooter6590]

If that’s Perris Blvd that damn light never turns green. It’s always the straight light first then the turn light.

[@HDSupermoto]

There is always that light in every city lol nobody got time for that!

[@ryannafe9252]

Haven’t watched it yet but if I had to guess: So you don’t have to spend half the year repairing it instead of riding it.

[@HDSupermoto]

😂 close, but not so much

[@ryannafe9252]

Yeah haha the KTM/Husky bikes aren’t QUITE so bad, but the Japanese bikes do generally have them beat in the reliability/ease of maintenance department.

[@HDSupermoto]

@@ryannafe9252 and parts are cheaper and more available 🤘🏼

[@ryannafe9252]

Definitely. I bought a new 2021 DR-Z400SM as my new bike, I think they’re great machines. Next year I’ll put new sprockets and chain on it, jet kit and a new exhaust, and some slightly more off-road capable tires on it. And some saddle bags. Enjoy the Suzuki and ride safe, dude. 👍

[@HDSupermoto]

Are exhaust, jets and air filter is pretty much all you need for this bike! Can’t tell you how much fun I have on this bike

[@oscarbear7498]

I got my 2021 drz400 sm for $6,600 after taxes and paper work. I got it used off Facebook lol. During that time a new drz was 2k over msrp from the lock downs

[@HDSupermoto]

That’s not bad! I paid $9k out the door for a 2022 😬

[@AP_in_SC]

Same. 2021 with 500 miles for $6500

[@HDSupermoto]

Enjoy the bike!!! I had tons of fun and learned a lot on it 🤘🏼

[@sjokomelk5426]

I am a shorter rider and i have heard that the 701 is a very big bike, is it bigger than the Drz?

[@HDSupermoto]

The 701 is a bit taller. I’m 5’,6” and feel fine though

[@evanstewart9919]

It’s all about ur leg to torso ration Hahha

[@GGLiEx]

in europe we unfortunately font get the drz anymore since 2008. the 690 is the only option we have when we want a strret legal sumo thats reliable 😅 you guys are lucky. but fuck 9000 usd out of the door is quite steep though. I paid 9000€ out of the door for my 2020 690 😳

[@HDSupermoto]

That sucks!!! And yeah, Covid has really made our expensive hobby even more expensive

[@arna_ude9060]

I don't know if it's google translation that's wrong but how come we can't have drz in Europe since 2008?

[@GGLiEx]

@@arna_ude9060 it doesnt meet euro 3 regulations. Currently bikes have to meet euro 5 regulations, so it is far gone

[@HDSupermoto]

That sucks

[@Backend_Goat]

Hey G are you in LA? I just got my DRZ and was looking for a group to ride with 👊

[@HDSupermoto]

Come out to Chaparral Wednesday at 6pm and meet some of the peeps Brotha 🤘🏼

[@moto-]

What year drz400 is that. Looks awesome bro

[@HDSupermoto]

It’s a 2020 brotha and thank you 🙏🏼

[@moto-]

@@HDSupermoto np brotha and sweet I wanna see it in person

[@HDSupermoto]

Maybe one of these days. I don’t live up there anymore

[@moto-]

@@HDSupermoto ok sounds good bro hit me up if your ever around

[@HDSupermoto]

Aight

[@skatman3872]

I just bought a drz400, can you recommend any break in advise

[@HDSupermoto]

I believe ride chill for 600 miles and then let her rip after you change the oil

[@GODSWORD11]

9k?! I just got my ‘24 for just over 7k out the door here in Florida

[@HDSupermoto]

Must be nice! Sometimes I feel like moving that way… 💸💸💸

[@GODSWORD11]

@@HDSupermoto I’ve been all over the US (and lived/been stationed in many) and all over the world, and I could never live anywhere else. This is it for me 🤷‍♂️

[@HDSupermoto]

@@GODSWORD11 thanks for your service! What branch were you? I served in the ARMY

[@GODSWORD11]

@@HDSupermoto thanks for your service as well brother! ARMY

[@HDSupermoto]

Hell yeah battle 🤘🏼

[@VBMichael_D]

I bet that 701 was bat shit crazy. That said, IMO, 700ccs belong better in a supersport, street fighter or Dakar rally dual sport (Tenere). I have an 07 SM and quite fond of it.

[@HDSupermoto]

The 701 was so much fun! But was too much for what I wanted to do, and the fuel tank in the back was a big no for me. I want to try a Tenere

[@VBMichael_D]

@@HDSupermoto Indeed. My ideal 4 stroke supermoto would be the KTM 525. My ideal supermoto period would be a built KTM 300 two stroke. LOL The 525 seems to be the perfect size for a suitably powered 4S SM. But the DRZ has plenty of go when I need it.

[@MM-ig1iv]

I'm about to say screw it and get me one. Been wanting the crf300l or klx300. But everyone saying the drz400 is better if you're wanting something with a little more power and plus there's a stupid high demand on them things and would have to wait 3 to 6 months to even get it! And I can just get the drz and call it a day! I don't mind a carb. Mikuni carb at that..

[@HDSupermoto]

Just do it man!!! DRZ is awesome and bulletproof 💪🏼

[@italianbikes4life283]

How many miles did you have on the 701?

[@HDSupermoto]

About 30K

[@theinnerdreamer7043]

How’d you blow the top end ?

[@HDSupermoto]

I didn’t blow it up. The parts were just really worn out.

[@wevibepromotions]

That looks like TX

[@HDSupermoto]

Cali bro 😎

[@MargisonGODBEY]

I can’t believe the lane splitting crazy bro I can’t drive my car for shit you would have died if you passed me

[@HDSupermoto]

Better look out for me!! Haha 👀

[@Insaiyanrider]

You still prefer the 400 over the 701?

[@HDSupermoto]

For stunting, yes. For going fast, no 😂 So I got the 501 and made it an SM. It’s the perfect medium, except for the maintenance 😭

[@Insaiyanrider]

@@HDSupermoto how you been liking the 501 in the street/canyons ? And for stunting ?

[@HDSupermoto]

@@Insaiyanrider it’s tons of fun! I prefer the sumo setup on highways, because it wobbles a lot with the enduro setup. But this bike feels way lighter than the 701 and DRZ400sm and has a ton of power. All I complain is the maintenance, other than that it’s an amazing bike 🤘🏼

[@Insaiyanrider]

@@HDSupermotohow’s the 501 compared for you to the 400 ? Offroad and street riding ?

[@HDSupermoto]

@@Insaiyanrider the 501 is 1000 times more powerful than the DRZ, it’s lighter and super fun on and off road. I just have to switch out my wheels and I have the best of both worlds 🦾. The only downside is maintenance is more frequent on the 501. But well worth it!!!

[@kpsmith4241]

I did the same, went right back to a drz, the husky is a pig.

[@HDSupermoto]

Hell yeah! She’s fun, but not as much as the DRZ

[@ramimo1000]

400cc for super moto is the best BUT 150kilo is a garbage...... you should try dirt bike 100kilo to understand

[@HDSupermoto]

Haha yeah I agree, but I like it’s still fun 🦾

[@k0d0kan]

KTM in the USA is a joke...Parts are SOOOOO outrageously expensive it's not worth it.

[@HDSupermoto]

Yeah they are!!! Currently almost at $4k in parts 😢

[@805niner]

I did the opposite went drz to a 701 😂

[@HDSupermoto]

I best you’re enjoying that power! I went to the 501 after DRZ haha

[@805niner]

@@HDSupermoto yea having more torque and one more gear is awesome.

[@HDSupermoto]

@805niner oh yeah!!! I sometimes miss the 701, but that thing is a tank compared to the 501. Both great bikes though

[@805niner]

@@HDSupermoto make some Videos on that thing!!

[@HDSupermoto]

@805niner most definitely!!! I have shorts, but haven’t posted much on it.

[@StringTone-t6v]

Ra sudi aku hormat karo america opo cino ooo isrsel rabakal sudi.

[@HDSupermoto]

👍🏼

[@trido1986]

I go from 600 800 1000cc to drz400sm...Worst decision ever

[@HDSupermoto]

Well, everyone is going to have different wants and needs. For me, it was a good decision and still enjoy my DRZ 🤘🏼

[@bobbyrodgers7236]

Because 701 is a peace of shit I had a new one and all it did is cost me money all the time breaking down

[@HDSupermoto]

Mine did pretty good! You may have had one of the few that had lots of issues. Most people I know loved the 701. I loved mine, but love my 501 even more 👌🏽

[@thislaxd8744]

701 to drz??? 🤣🤣

[@HDSupermoto]

Laugh all you want! I’m happy with my choice

[@ericweber1969]

@@HDSupermoto that’s all that matters man! You do you, screw the fools who think they can tell you what’s up.

[@HDSupermoto]

Yes sir 🤘🏼🙏🏼

[@thislaxd8744]

@@ericweber1969 the girlfriend

[@HDSupermoto]

Don’t be jealous 😂

[@Makta972]

Meh. The drz looks old as fuck lol. No thanks

[@HDSupermoto]

They aren’t for everyone

[@Johngottisentme]

Word , saw one a few days ago and it looks like a dino

[@jacobltillman]

@@Johngottisentme I put on a baja light, different front fender, and deleted the tail. Looks like a completely different bike

[@ntme9]

@@jacobltillman True, with the 5 thousand plus you save, you can do a lot of cool sht to the drzsm to make it look slick, drop weight and add HP.

[@ntme9]

Nah, just gotta know how to kit it out. kzbin.info/www/bejne/g5-kepqHptuIjJY