I Rode a DRZ to Work for 3 years - Here’s What I Learned.

[@theredbullkid6589]

its so great that we're getting recommended new, passionate creators

[@ReflectSM]

Thanks! I appreciate that

[@Duffy46]

righttt, the intro already made me subscribe

[@JeraCravoMyself]

I second that!

[@RuBa1Z]

A very informative and well made Video. I was shocked looking at the subscribers, expecting 10s of thousands.

[@ReflectSM]

@@RuBa1Z Thanks!

[@ouchmouse5]

Same, first 10 seconds I was really impressed with the editing

[@kevintitus6088]

I like how the track id pops up every now and then. Gives the feeling of a racing game. Cool detail man.

[@ReflectSM]

@@kevintitus6088 searching comments for song id sucks. I wish more creators just did a popup like this

[@teok7735]

This is the most aesthetically pleasing motovlog

[@ReflectSM]

Thanks! Definitely what I’m going for 🤘

[@harorider96]

@@ReflectSM what settings did you use?

[@l.a.raustadt518]

I have used a 2005 DL 650 Suzuki since I bought it new for commuting . It has been awesome. Suzuki makes great bikes.

[@VBMichael_D]

I've a 2007 DRZ400SM. I rode it for almost two years to work and back, 26 miles and about 35-40 min one way, from Antioch to Goodlettsville, TN. Route consisted of two lane roads and interstate highway. With the OEM Mikuni carb, it was as reliable as anything; be advised if you upgrade to the Keihin FCR, expect a bit more fickle behavior. My observations is that due to the single cylinder, it vibrates and you will be susceptible to the monotonous droning. It gets about 50-55mpg. If you want to alleviate the pump visits, consider an oversized polymer tank. I have a 4.5 gallon tank on mine. It gets very, VERY squirrely/wobbly at and above about 80-85mph. I hypothesize that the wind causes the front fork to 'tank slap' at higher speeds. Your assessment is pretty accurate.

[@alant779]

Bought a VStrom for my first bike after extensive research. The wind protection, the corbin seat, the stability at speed... It was the perfect commuter bike on paper. But I realized if I wanted all of that and more, I can just drive my car. So I sold the beautiful vstrom and bought a wr250x with 6 teeth up in the rear. 120 kmh requires over 9000 rpm and I feel like I'm sitting on a wooden torture horse after 2 hours. But hey, this is why I ride.

[@يوسفالدويس-ر4ع]

😂👍

[@ReflectSM]

Haha such a good comment 😂 6 teeth up is committed to the lifestyle

[@petermerges8379]

I bought a WR250R and thought I'd outgrow it but I'm never selling that thing. Having a sumo wheelset on top of the stock knobbies makes it super versatile and with the sumos on its just so fun. Kart tracks are also a blast without costing too much, sumos are perfect for em imo

[@Sk0tus]

Nice editing Check, Calm relaxed voice Check, Bikes Check, Meme Check, Liked and Subscribed Check Keep up the good work dude

[@ReflectSM]

Huge thanks man!! Really appreciate that

[@olderjames9970]

Quality of the video is crazy, nice vid!

[@ReflectSM]

Thanks man! 🫡

[@kaitkdub]

"Convert those to freedom units" got me good lol I don't watch much supermoto content anymore but I'm glad i took the time to watch this, its super well made

[@ReflectSM]

Haha thanks man! Appreciate it 🙏

[@Ukmongoose3]

I liked that Freedom Unit too, I’m going to start using that term daily!

[@appv12]

I used to work with a guy that had a DRZ sm. He lived about 40 minutes away and rode it every day. Super reliable.

[@cooperle3256]

Damn man, completely caught off guard when you said this was a new channel, and I realized this was your first video. Good stuff! Production quality is already some of the best moto vlogging out there!

[@ReflectSM]

Thanks man! I’ll keep at it 🔥

[@faradayow]

Dude the production quality is nuts, you deserve so many more subs

[@ReflectSM]

I appreciate that! Gotta start somewhere

[@CASaviation]

Just picked up my 2024 drz400sm absolutely love it.

[@F80mthree]

Give it a year or so. You’ll be shopping for a wr450f supermoto. 😂💙

[@wrenchturners]

Canadian Content Creator around motorcycles. ROCK ON!

[@ReflectSM]

Hell yeah brother 🇨🇦 🦫 🍁 🧊

[@ian3897]

From one drz400sm rider to another… Awesome video bro. This is my only transportation as well for the last 2 years and I ride rain or shine to work and to the gym. I love it

[@ReflectSM]

Dedicated af dude. Respect 🫡

[@vidzofivi]

I have a Ktm 400 exc rfs and I agree 100 % on your points in this video.

[@josephmcandrew7937]

Had a white with blue rims 400sm, great bike. So much fun, used to wake up at 5am to ride to work and that crisp morning wind would wake me right up.

[@ReflectSM]

Yeah that sounds crisp 😂

[@ioanureel1498]

This video, man, the editing, the music choice, and how the name of the song pops up for every song is so cool. Love the bike, and ride safe. Much respect from Bulgaria! 🇧🇬

[@ReflectSM]

Respect from Canada bro. Glad you enjoyed the video 🙏

[@Tyler-mi8vu]

Man you might have a knack for this motovlog thing. What a solid first video! Just got a '17 wr450f that's been mostly street converted and plan on making it my commuter as often as I can. Great points were made in this video. If you're worried about comfort, maybe a supermoto isn't for you. Simple as that.

[@ReflectSM]

Thanks dude! That’s a rad bike, enjoy it bro 🫡

[@kiefer8083]

attitude is everything hell yes

[@ReflectSM]

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[@MrCioco-hp4dc]

Man I fucking love your style,the way that you edit,the song choices,how chill you are about everything,keep doing what you do and I'm sure to come back to your channel ❤

[@ReflectSM]

Thanks man! I’ve got more videos in the work, will upload soon

[@Diggy77]

I like this dudes attitude and outlook on life :D

[@ReflectSM]

That’s a huge compliment! Thanks man

[@terryadams1341]

I think you have just become more helpful to me than you would have ever thought… I’m a 40 year old child 😅 in the Uk and these dont seem a common choice here although they are out there, im looking at getting one to replace my aprilia Dorsoduro 750 and to use daily, you literally answer 90% of what I want to know and I absolutely loved the FREEDOM UNITS 😅 Keep up the good work

[@MexicanSanta]

loved the video bro, I commute every day to college and work on my DRZ400 and its always a blast. Thats with doing a lot of highway riding down here in the state of Arizona where the average flow of traffic is 85+ (yes, I know I'm the stereotypical American refusing to convert it to the metric system). You are defiantly right when you say it's as comfortable of a ride as you make it. Some days its great others my back hates me, but always beats being in a car.

[@doomslayer5549]

bro i’m in AZ too and i was thinking about getting a drz, but i have to be on the 101 for like 7 miles every day, is it a good move or nah?

[@MexicanSanta]

@doomslayer5549 It's definitely a good choice and yeah it does great on the 101. I just get to the HOV lane and cruise doing 75 to 80 all the time.

[@doomslayer5549]

@@MexicanSanta dude i gotta look into it more but i’m definitely leaning towards getting one of these, thanks for the insight

[@ReflectSM]

Well said dude!! Great bikes, but sometimes maybe good, sometimes maybe shit 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@mysterjd34]

Awesome channel man. Love the DRZ content. I just got my third DRZ (I'm an addict) and have spared no expense in making my dream build haha

[@Michael_Shay]

Haha the target lock noise caught me off guard. Love it dude. The Z is a great bike.

[@ReflectSM]

Haha glad you enjoyed 😂

[@tallulahbeaverhausen4382]

Cool video, good editing, no BS, straight to the point : I liked it. Enjoy your rides and be safe !

[@volkoff6357]

Excellent stuff. I miss the old school way of monologs, and this was refreshing.

[@ReflectSM]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Me6rimlock]

really enjoyed the video and dig the music. i always enjoy seeing other peoples cities with this format like illestrator showing off nyc and bike philospher showing off vegas. just go to cool places play music you like and talk about life and shit people enjoy those vids

[@ReflectSM]

Hadn’t thought about that. Super interesting point - I’ll try to show some of the nicer parts of the city next time 😂

[@ReflectSM]

Shouts out to all you guys! seeing the feedback on this vid has been awesome. I couldn't be more thankful. More content is coming soon- In the meantime, I'll be posting some photos and reels on my Instagram @RFLCT.SM If you guys could give that a follow too, it will really help this channel to grow. Hit the link in my channel description (instagram.com/rflct.sm/) or just search @rflct.sm Cheers 🍻

[@joeyh8198]

Very entertaining video, looking forward to more from you man!!

[@machupikachu1085]

Great first vid! Thanks! I just put on 16/39 gearing and it made such a difference for the street. What are you running?

[@ReflectSM]

@@machupikachu1085 Stock gearing rn, I’m thinking of sizing up tbh

[@ReflectSM]

@@joeyh8198 Thanks dude! 🙏🙏

[@machupikachu1085]

@@ReflectSM If you mainly ride street, it's a huge upgrade. Especially if you already have a pipe and jet. You will lose a little torque, but it will feel like it did bone stock for acceleration. The only downside is that it won't tractor as well in the dirt. It may stall under 10km, so more clutch work is needed. You will have to grind out a little metal from the chain guard at the crankcase to make it fit, and you'll need a new chain and sprockets, but just hold on the stock stuff. The advantage is that you will tach off over 1000rpm less at 100km. Better fuel economy, less vibey, less wear and tear. It's far more enjoyable on the street. I'm looking forward to your new video with your 16/39 review. Cheers!

[@ogormanlj]

Yep sold my 16sm last Christmas at 94k. Used to ride 600km a week for work, and be a goon on the weekend. So reliable, any weather, any terrain, any traffic (and occasional misfortunes). Brings back memories, esp the comfort of slowing down to 50-80 after sitting at 100 for an hour. Nice vid

[@aladaur8006]

Had to pause and comment when he converted the Canadian gas price to freedom units, i was alrdy doing the math in my head and he saved me, and even called them freedom units. He has my approval!

[@jessegraas7168]

I own a 2016 drz. Same color scheme as well. This video is VERY accurate.

[@mmerritt399]

Just subbed, usually dont watch videos without skipping through them a bunch but this was good man

[@ReflectSM]

That’s huge praise man, I’m the same way. Pace is super important

[@pepelimantour3757]

Have two dr400 bikes, one a drz 400sm the other a drz400e. I live in South Africa in the mountains on an avocado farm. Both bikes are at least ten years old. Am an ex Suzuki dealer from Pa.. love Suzukis and know their reliability. In ten years have changed oil and filters every three thousand kilos. On each. Have never even had to tighten a spoke and have thousands of kilos on each. I do not use either for long trips have a dl 650 for that purpose. Again never an issue on my 05 dl 650 vstrom now 100,000 km. and counting. You are a tough guy riding a 400 commuting the distances that you do. Helmet off to you. Thanks for the story.cheers from sunny South Africa. Pepe from Tzaneen Limpopo province

[@monsieurkreatura9063]

I love my drz for all these things. You nailed it!

[@ReflectSM]

Sweet! They’re such great bikes

[@quintonmacdougall7150]

All good points in your video. I used to have a DRZ400SM in Saskatchewan. To solve the fuel capacity issue, I installed a Clarke oversize fuel tank. Not a good looking tank at all, but it gave a range of 300+km.

[@kevinbausch5230]

Awesome content and vid. I own a 2017 with 21,800 miles. The perfect bike to go get my coffee every day 27 miles away. Live in the country outside San Antonio, great bike for in town zipping around. 😎🏍

[@ReflectSM]

Thanks man! I’m stoked that everyone who owns these bikes agrees on how sick they are 😂

[@awreno]

Amazing production quality, keep it up brother! 🍁

[@ReflectSM]

Appreciate it!

[@WaffleShortage]

was definitely caught off guard when you showed the clip of just hopping on the sidewalk lol. I feel like I'm breaking some kind of rules simply riding my dual sport (WITH PLATES) on regular roads. the anxiety of doing anything even slightly not to the letter of the law while on a bike is too much for me. I know I'm legally allowed to ride this thing basically wherever... but it feels so wrong. I'm gonna sell it. it's not for me lol. the feeling that I'm going to be hassled is just too much... well that, and also the bonkers risk profile.

[@technokitten2038]

I think this is one of the better videos about motorcycling in general. A must watch if you ask me :) good one! Keep it up!

[@ReflectSM]

Woah, thanks! 🙏

[@imjustink]

I rode a 400cc single for 6 years daily to school, work, everywhere. As a city bike, 100% agree with you - splits thru traffic well, tall line of vision and sight, tackles the occasional pothole and kerb well, and handles the highway good enough. Great first video. Subscribed. All the best!

[@ReflectSM]

Good point about the tall line of sight. I definitely take that for granted. It’s so nice standing up and seeing over all the traffic

[@teduy2823]

"I'm assuming this is accurate" with the speedometer and speed limit sign in the shot 10/10 no notes🤣

[@WrecklessPB]

I picked up a 2021 400SM for my daily commuter in Edmonton, so happy I did! Like you said, best city bike to pop around traffic. One additional note, this bike is a mental health booster and makes me want to go to work for the rides. Great channel so far, keep it up!

[@ReflectSM]

I feel the same way 🔥 Totally gets you out of bed faster knowing you get to ride before anything else

[@NunyaPeru]

I own a 2014. It has 45,000 miles on it. I love it. Another owner of a DRZ has 97,000 miles on his (707Lake). I also own a 2023 ZX6R. I would sell the ZX6R in a second to buy another DRZ if mine broke beyond repair (totaled). I commute 45 min. to work if I take ZX6R on the highway. The back roads with DRZ takes about an hour and half. I love the ride. Butt gets sore but, it's worth every second I spend on the bike. I need to do a video of my bike. I have made some changes I think would benefit most DRZ riders. Most of all the stock dash is changed. I can monitor RPM and engine temperature. Ambient temps are handy as well, so I know why my hands are so cold.

[@ReflectSM]

Dude, that sounds awesome. Definitely should make a vid on that. Sounds like something I need

[@frankdesbaux]

A 'Seat Concepts' seat is incredibly comfortable, expensive but probably the best modification I ever did. I ride all day long on mine. Look it up, they're pretty much available everywhere.

[@doobyscroobimcgescroozi6083]

Would you be able to replace that with a tft dash from eBay?

[@keithwashman3023]

@@frankdesbaux Same here ! Makes all the difference. I also run a 38 tooth rear sprocket and man it's fun to ride fast on the backroads.

[@HaxNotice]

Owned my DRZ for two years now and it's been both a blast and a pain in the ass. Just now finally getting it dialed in after tons of mods and fixing previous owners shortcomings. I love taking it to work and chilling at regular traffic speed, and blasting it up and down the mountains on my days off.

[@ReflectSM]

Hell yea! I wish we had mountains to blast up around here 😢

[@fudidle]

Im moving from ottawa to vancouver shortly and ive been considering geting a drz 400 because owning a car in vancouver sucks. This is a really informative video and im now 100% onboard with getting one when i move. Ill probably do a few mods like a larger tank and reinforced handgaurds and potentially some extra seat foam, but as cool as sport bikes are, they seem like a magnet for cops and angry drivers. the only other bike im currently thinking about would be converting a dr650 to a supermoto.

[@ReflectSM]

Sweet! With a larger tank and comfier seat a DRZ would definitely feel like a different bike. Good luck on your travels 🫡

[@mikay971]

i thought this youtuber had like 500k subs. But he actually didnt have any. You will get there man.

[@ReflectSM]

Thanks man!! I appreciate that 🔥

[@bwc1976]

I love your attitude and I love how they still make simple air-cooled thumpers like this that are fast enough for the highway when necessary. The seat height is kind of intimidating for someone like me who is only 166 cm and has never ridden before, but I gather there are mods for that. I know Suzuki also makes the Savage but I'm trying to avoid cruisers if at all possible.

[@m.al-h9108]

i love the edit quality. As someone who had a dr650 supermoto and was too heavy for it, I was still able to ride the highway just fine, but again it really is not a master of anything. Its just such a fun bike to mess around with, similar to the drz but fatter. Nice to see canadian moto vloggers.

[@premo8564]

beautiful color grading, transitions, the little decals and fx. video looks really good aesthetically dude. also at 1:55, that is a pretty fwickin crisp nighttime shot, looks like a movie

[@ReflectSM]

As an editor, it’s so nice when people appreciate little details. Thanks a ton man 🙏

[@itsbadrabbit716]

Awesome editing in probably the best DRZ review on the web. Appreciate you posting, keep 'em comin'.

[@ReflectSM]

Woah, that's some high praise! Really appreciate that

[@steverolfeca]

I occasionally commuted into work in Ottawa from Russell, ON on my KLR650. With a Corbin saddle, it was very comfortable on the 417, but that's a flatter, wider perch than the DR...

[@skarminal7430]

I’ve been looking into getting a bike for a while now and I hadn’t even considered super motos until I randomly stumbled upon this channel, instant sub! Can’t wait to learn more about this style of bikes!

[@ReflectSM]

That’s cool to hear man, thanks!! 🔥

[@PlentyOToole69]

I have a British bike called a CCM, it uses the drz engine with a slight tune, a keihin carb and has ktm WP suspension. For the amount abuse and miles I've done on the engine, I really can't complain. The only things to look out for on them depending on the year were the auto cam chain tensioners could go sloppy and the steel collar behind the drive sprocket used to fail. I think the original collar was about 20mm tall and you could get an aftermarket part that was about 25mm with a rubber 'o' ring inside to completely eliminate it failing. Had the bike nearly 16 years now. Brilliant fun

[@grahamnielsen4797]

Had my Drz 400e model since 2009 and wouldn't trade it for anything, 17L tank with stock engine and changed front sprocket to 15 tooth. Had no problems compared to mate's with there ktm's ect road and off perfect!

[@caseysimonson1]

Awesome video! Quality is amazing and I agree mindset is everything with these guys. I’ve been commuting on mine for a couple months now absolutely love it they’re such great little bikes

[@waynereid9881]

I love the humor and your attitude towards everything it's amazing

[@ReflectSM]

Haha thanks man 🙏

[@DevilZ432]

As someone who is looking at a DRZ400 for a learned appropriate bike here in Aus this is very informative and with how customizable they are also makes it a good platform to fix issues like the smaller fuel tank and gearing for highway use

[@ReflectSM]

Glad you found it informative bro

[@chriskenny6520]

I wish i could post pics. Got one as my first bike and rode around Alaska this summer💪💪 awesome channel. New subscriber 👍

[@Nick_ADV]

Dude such a great vid and editing! All great points. I had a DR650 i used to commute with and most of those points are exactly the same.

[@ReflectSM]

Thanks man! I always wonder how different the 650 would feel

[@kannermw]

Not true. They are about same power but DR650 has way more torque and peak power is much lower in rev range making it less buzzy.

[@mihaigeanta5110]

For a brand new channel, it surely took off! Good job!

[@ReflectSM]

Thanks man!

[@MrRumBacardi]

Freedom units with the gun sound 😂😂 love it!

[@JeraCravoMyself]

Cheers from a fellow Canadian (now in Brazil and riding my motorcycle everyday!)

[@jimbroen]

I drive an SMC R and have owned a KLX300SM. I haven't ridden a DRZ but I have chatted with owners I've run into while driving about. For me these three bikes are the same thing. You do an excellent job describing how they are best used. I'm retired so if I look out the window and the weather is good, I will go for a 70 km ride just because I can. Sure the seat is a bit narrow but for rides less than an hour and a half, they are comfortable enough. I have so much fun at mostly legal speeds and without exposing myself to undue risk. I have no desire to ride one of those 200 hp hyperbikes. For me it would be a joyless experience.

[@ReflectSM]

Well said! I much prefer a smaller, lighter bike like this where I can mess around on it, rather than a litre bike. It’s just as much fun with half the risk.

[@nish1565]

Dude, your motovlogging and editing skills are on point, this is a fire first video. Keep it up!

[@ReflectSM]

Thanks dude! Appreciate this so much

[@AlexB-op7kb]

Subscribed even though i aged out of motorcycle commuting. Enjoy it while you can

[@rosarioroberto5823]

Greetings, As always another brilliant detailed video production 🇺🇲🍾🎉🇺🇲 Keep producing more videos about the drz

[@5zeth]

Banger of a first video, very well edited.

[@Kaizo2020]

We hope to see you go far with your content, Was thinking nah im not going to sub (i hardly ever do) this guy has millions of followers. nope under 5k upon writing this, you made this video look professional af, mic sounds great, to the point an very informative didn't talk about nothing that wasn't irrelevant to the bike an your findings. Good Job. i'll join the others an help an watch as you grow your channel best of luck

[@keyzeyy1958]

great production work man. makes the vids high quality.

[@ReflectSM]

I appreciate that!

[@faly7348]

I rode a drz in Singapore for 12 yrs and don’t regret buying cheap maintenance and easy to find the parts

[@systemupdating]

Love the video. You should make a video on security protection on the DRZ.

[@ShaunHensley]

ADV bike is the best for commuting. Perfect ergos. Better comfort including engine strain droning related issues. Also I commuted for years on a breathed on and modded (street tires aftermarket suspension/brakes) second gen KLR 650. From a similar type rural area into a various cities.

[@LouieLouie702]

Great video. Relate on a million levels. Daily’d bikes for 10 years. You really just gotta love it. Superman those roads.

[@ReflectSM]

Exactly!! Thanks 🙏

[@Matt-uw3bx]

Great video! A friend has a really nice 2015 DRZ that he wants to sell me. I think you just helped me make up my mind 👍. Keep up the good work and ride safe out there!

[@paulbeckman1941]

This is absolutely stellar! Great quality video. Just subbed

[@ReflectSM]

Thanks man! Lots more content coming soon 🔥

[@RyanMcIntyre]

I enjoyed this video! Great points too, I rode a CBR600RR around Atlanta every single day for almost 2 years, I can relate.

[@anseev704]

Nice! As someone who has spent the last 5 years in Ottawa - it's a pleasure seeing footage from here in a well-made video edit. (With a well-written and cohesive script too!) Hope to see more of your content :)

[@ReflectSM]

Thanks!! Appreciate that coming from another local 👊

[@Printcrashrepeat]

totally agree, I still have a husky 501fe sumo for fun and the track, but the big high miles and wind was a bit much for me, so I have a big cruiser bike for those long rides and commutes now.

[@robinquintero2351]

What a great video! It's impressive that you are starting out with this level of quality in your content already. I'm subscribing and hope to see more of this nice bike content

[@ReflectSM]

Thanks for the sub!! 🔥

[@user-ox2xi6kk8o]

Comment 667: At any given time there is at least two DRZ's in my stable of various configuration. I commute to and from Hollywood/LA urban dystopia for work from the San Fernando Valley. I swap in the 17" Warpt supermoto wheels for it, switch to dirt wheels on the weekend. The DRZ is a formidable modular urban and desert survival tool.

[@drewp.wiener1205]

Not the most fast, def not the most comfortable - but out of all of the bikes I've ever owned - this was by far the most fun bike!! It wasn't great for between towns and cities, but if I lived in a major city, like Toronto, NYC, LA, Paris, etc - this would be a sick ride. Also - everything you've said in this video is correct. Pig on gas, will max out around 125kph, but damn it's fun.

[@tristenmueller9160]

vacations in the outro. fire.

[@ReflectSM]

So good 🔥

[@RiverBoundXJ]

Have a '22. Put over 10k (miles) on it over the first summer with a 80 mile round trip work commute of 95/5% 55mph zone back roads/city streets. I agree with what you've said here. It's not the fastest thing you can get as far as sumo's go, but it does have 3,000 mile maintenance intervals and reliability going for it. Subbed

[@ReflectSM]

Thanks for the sub! 10k miles in a summer is wild! That’s some good seat time

[@yousifalsaad5056]

super graphics super music and super informative, thanks

[@ReflectSM]

Glad you liked it!

[@koch5000]

I DD'd an 83 XT550 for about a year a few years back. It looked like hell but was super fun. One of the things that really made a difference was that I installed the smallest rear sprocket I could (37t down from 44, if memory serves). Raised the top speed probably 20mph (or over 30 kunuckimeters per hour). Still so light that could smoke most cages off the line if necessity arouse. Only downside was the vibration. I went through several license plates because the (shop made) mounts would break and one morning, the thing died in the middle of major intersection. The ignition col mount snapped and the spade connector came loose. Bought a zip tie at lunch and off I went. Think I paid $400 for the bike, about $100 for a pair of Shinko dual sports, and insurance was like $70 a year. #cheapthrills

[@justdrive.1117]

Not even interested in supermotos but stayed for the production quality, keep it up man earned a sub 👊

[@ReflectSM]

Thanks for the sub! 🔥🔥

[@SMOKLM]

I've been doing youtube full time for 3 years now, and I was shocked when you said "this is a brand new channel", your video quality is top notch man, keep it coming! Sumo bro here too!

[@jasonbartlett7610]

great video. i just completed my first season as a rider, went for the budget Hawk 250, but hope to step up to a DR. i hope to kind of get up to your point, riding more comfortably more often, commuting.

[@alejandroacevedo6758]

Hell yeah I recently got me a drz too, so much fun.

[@ralfsiebel3075]

Awesome video.Great review.I appreciate your honesty and attitude.

[@nicknelson9450]

This is a good demonstration of why I think most aftermarket or baffle-free pipes are undesirable. Just listen to that drone at around 100 km/h: it's just wearing and unpleasant and the performance gain is insignificant on a commute. Would much rather have the humble stock exhaust which slips into the background rather than bark at your ears all the time.

[@akashx26]

great video, good commentary and editing too! Sold my drz last summer but you may have just convinced me to pick one up when the time/price is right! Ontario winters suck (well, Ottawa gets it worse) but right on! I like the attitude about riding through storms. I always think to myself why am I doing this, its so unsafe etc. but most times its dusk and I'm also caught wearing a tinted visor lol.

[@tahoehiker]

Heard freedom units and immediately hit subscribe.

[@ReflectSM]

Wtf is a kilometre 🦅 🇺🇸 ‼️‼️‼️

[@berny5326]

cant wait to watch your channel blow up dude. The fundamentals are all there keep uploading you're gonna be rich

[@ReflectSM]

I appreciate that! I’m always working on new vids

[@DookeyRidr]

I had a DRZ400S, and it was easily one of the most enjoyable bikes I’ve ever owned. Enduros really do make the best urban bikes. But the DRZ’s need to be updated. The small tank, the carbs, the lack of a 6th gear. Then I rode a friend’s Husqvarna 610 TE. What a bike. It solved the issues that plagued the DRZ. But mainly it was nice to be able to hop onto a freeway and with the very long 5th & 6th gears, easily cruise at 75mph.

[@ReflectSM]

Very well said. Above all else, that 6th gear would make it a new bike

[@Hooligan6]

have owned 7 bikes road legal wise over like 6 or so years and have always gone back to drzs, without one right now and this vid may get me back on one now lol cheers & subbed

[@ReflectSM]

Haha I hear this so often… I don’t think I could ever sell mine. I’ll just buy additional bikes

[@earthybestbosses5999]

IM DEAD SERIOUSE WHEN I SAY THIS, i have a Drz400sm as well and have a 40 ish minute commute to pretty much everywhere so thats cool we got the same situation. But ill definitely be looking at more of your content so ill be more motivated to make my own content (and holy crap hope you find cheaper gas, in Pennsylvania it is 3.25!)

[@ReflectSM]

Hell yeah dude def start pushing some Moto content! It’s so rewarding. But yeah our gas is brutal here