Outdated Or The Perfect Choice? | Buying a SUZUKI DRZ400 in 2021

#dualsport #drz400 #suzuki
I finally got my hands on a dual sport. I was lucky enough to get a brand new Suzuki DRZ400E with the Cape York pack. So far it has been a great adventure motorcycle. In this video I brake down the reasons I chose the DRZ over the competition like the CRF300L, WR250R, and KLX.
Chapter Times:
00:00 Intro
00:25 Reveal
00:37 Crazy Off Road Motorcycle Market
01:15 Cape York Pack
01:29 Filling the Gap Before the CRF300L
02:54 Something New
03:54 So Many Accessories
04:18 Why I chose it over the WR250R/CRF300L/KLX etc
06:12 Reliability and Easy to Fix
06:25 Review?
06:45 Final Thoughts
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[@barrylauth6838]

Excellent decision. How the DRZ is still relevant illustrates how the big manufacturers have missed the point for so long.....

[@chroniclesofsolid]

So true!

[@barrylauth6838]

@@chroniclesofsolid - So Honda with their new 300 is moving the the right direction however, despite the few sales numbers, how much of an investment would it be for Suzuki to maintain their existing platform on the DRZ, install a wide ration gearbox (having owned one, sprocket changes don't do the trick because then you compromise on the 1st gear crawl), upgrade the dash and add fuel injection + smog stuff to get emissions in line with other regions, thus expanding their market base. What am I missing? Too expensive to manufacture? Barry from South Africa. BTW, I enjoy your pragmatic reviews.

[@MrBlunders70]

@@barrylauth6838 I think Suzuki wont revisit the DRZ for the simple fact that people still buy them, no other reason. Doesn't get any simpler than that mate.

[@KurtGAndersen]

Spot on mate! And that a carby bike still is such a good alternative - also illustrates this point...

[@itisfinished4U]

Yep it is truly amazing how the drz 400 and the good Dr. 650 have essentially remained unchanged for decades and they sell out every year and still have a cult following. Suzuki has in it's past had engineers and marketing chiefs that truly understood the market that is dual sports. I love my Dr 650. I mean she's chubby and old but my God with just a little love she is a rock solid blast of go anywhere do anything you ask and will still be around while thousands of ktms are buried in the rocky graveyards of catastrophic failure decades before the masterful Suzukis

[@pantera31169311]

I'm 46 years old and have been riding motorcycles since I was a little kid. I've owned lots of different machines and I currently have a 2015 DRZ 400 and absolutely love it. It doesn't matter how old it is, if it's a quality machine that works, it is what it is. New doesn't always mean better.

[@imyourhuckleberry357]

I have the same story as you...I made a video on why I bought a DRZ if you care to watch. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e5iafHZobJ2aiZI

[@scottyd2262]

Going by your user name I have to tell you this story. Mates of mine from another band that I hang with back in the late 80's toured some lower states of the US. They played with Pantera at a few gigs. When they got back to Australia, they brought back the demo of CFH. I was one of the 1st 10 people to hear that album in Australia. That's my claim to fame LOL ! Also, l plan on getting a DRZ shortly as I'm nearly 50 and I raced though my teens on 2strokes but l don't what one of these newer short stroke 4 strokes that appear to blow up more than the mx bikes that I raced on.. Hope your having a great day mate !

[@dionoconnell8973]

Agree with that..out of the many bikes ive had, my 01 & 04 drz s models i enjoyed the most in every way. I would prefer any year drz s model than that new crfl ..slipper clutches and abs aint where its at, mapping sounds poor aswel,not to mention the rear shock. As previously said new aint always better, frequently its worse as in this case. Gimme a drz s model any day of the week. Crfl is just too poxy,

[@gonadiator]

This bike is going to be iconic. I bought a 2nd one just to keep at 0 miles. One day it'll be in a display.

[@arizonaadventureriders9384]

One of the most underrated bikes in history, For the price, capabilities and aftermarket support you would be hard pressed to find another bike with as solid of a reputation weight and freeway speed

[@EricBanner571]

The longer that you own it, the more you will appreciate just what a great little lightweight versatile bike it is. I have the Aussie 2017 DRZ400E. 3 plus years, 14,000km and it just feels like it's run in. Never let me down. Set up your suspension. If you are under 80kg, it may be valved OK for you. Turn in the compression to around 6 clicks from all the way in on both the forks and shock. Keep the bike as light weight as possible removing as much unwanted parts as possible and not adding to many farkles. I had the same problem with the loud exhaust and managed to reduce the noise to 72DB by playing with the baffle. A steering stabiliser work well above 100km on the freeway. D606 on the rear and MT21 on the front is the best compromise for road / off road. 15/44 gearing is also the best compromise for road / off road. A 17 litre Safari tank for when you go camping or multiday trips. Remove the swing arm bolt, linkages and steering bearings as Suzuki don't put in enough grease.

[@chroniclesofsolid]

Cheers for the Tips mate 👍

[@dragon291000]

@@chroniclesofsolid and Moto Suzuki All good advice My 2007 E model bought new all the ADV upgrades 30,000ks it has never missed a beat . the first couple of years was hard enduro then started doing the ADV thing but still wanted it set up so if i wanted to do the smashing hills thing i could. So go for soft luggage and you dont need that expensive shit just go for some saddle bag style $100 to $150 just did a quick search there some for $50 another thing think about a soft fuel cell cheaper and for the amount of times you need that extra fuel . just have to plan your trips around petrol stations better . Solid welcome to the club go the mighty DRZ400E I think you've made a good decision and those black rims look great with the black tank . I've got a set of after market black plastics and a friend made me a black vinyl tank cover . ✌

[@ridedueeast887]

Great choice, not much has changed on it for 20 years and their still selling like tea scones. Had a Clarke tank on mine -useful 200 mile range. C’mon Suzuki update it and show us what a DRZ450 rally would look like 🤞

[@dionoconnell8973]

Oh yeah. Drz 450 rally thats my cup of tea with one of your scones

[@coreyshortland2074]

Hi mate, i chose the drz400 to be my first bike. 3 years later and still loving it. Theyre bullet proof! The reason i got it was what you touched on; accessory market is huge!

[@shawnolson4522]

Nice job!! I think the release of the 300l rally will work out perfectly for me and I'm 90% sure that will be my pic. Enjoy the new ride!

[@bilalchaudhary8268]

Congrats...looking forward to your long term review and adv.

[@davejohnson2820]

Very good choice!! Like that yellow Suzuki color scheme also. I have a couple older DR's and they are great woods bikes. I've had many Suzuki dirt bikes over the years and have had good luck with reliability. Look forward to more of your vids on the DRZ. Enjoy It !!

[@bunburysbigbogan5778]

I've owned 2 DRZ400's, first was the unregistered model kick start only back in 2000 it was a weapon and I always regret selling it, 2nd a 400E in 2007 but it didn't have the power compared to the first model. Good to see you sticking with Japanese you can't go wrong, super reliable long service intervals.👍

[@jasondunn8894]

Woohoo! New Bike! Look forward to the upgrades.

[@fredthebarber]

Wooooo! Yeah, Solid! Happy to see you with a dual sport again, my man. I hope you can get out and explore some trails soon.

[@chroniclesofsolid]

😁👍

[@wolfman175]

Congrats! 👍 Think you made a great choice, there’s a reason why these bikes are still popular. Had one myself but switched to a WR because of some injuries and wanted something a little lighter. Anyway, looking forward to seeing your adventures! Enjoy!

[@moscty]

congratulations...looking forward to future videos with you DRZ.

[@chroniclesofsolid]

Thanks mate, looking forward to the dirt!

[@richardleightonorr]

Excellent video. I recently purchased a dr 650 for some of the same reasons. Love your videos. Great job. Thanks

[@chroniclesofsolid]

Thanks Richard, and congrats on the new steed👍

[@chrisscharfenberger6007]

I bought a brand new DRZ 9 months ago. I LOVE IT!! Super fun bike to beat on.

[@lonewolf7519]

What a beauty, I hope you will get lots of fun and challenging moments together! 👋🏻😄👍🏻

[@heithwatkins]

I had a DRZ years ago. It was excellent then and still is today. I would buy another one in a second. 👍👍👍

[@luckycharms8383]

Love my DRZ! Thanks for the video.

[@stevenjohn4]

Good call love mine 66500kms still going strong 👍🏍

[@ricklieberson5576]

Congratulations on your new DRZ! I happen to own a 2006 model. Thousands of miles on it with no major mechanical issues. I have other motorcycles in the garage that can easily replace it, but each time I think about selling it, I just can’t! It’s such a wonderful dual sport work horse. Enjoy your new wheels! I look forward to hearing more about your ownership and riding experience. Cheers, Rick from Portland Oregon.

[@chroniclesofsolid]

Thanks Rick, looking forward to getting to know the Z👍

[@garywinkworth3380]

I bought my drz 400 in 2009 its was $8000 ride away. an absolut bargin i thought ive only done 600ks its still like new. Great machine i reckon. Ive also just bought a dr 650 pick that up tomorrow, thats more for road and some sight seeing trails. have a good one. your videos are not bad at all.

[@pineywoodsriders2184]

I got the last two new Drz 400s in Minnesota last week. My brother in law and I are enjoying them. I do love it.

[@chroniclesofsolid]

Congrats

[@brendanbilly4183]

I’ve owned a drz400e brand new from 2017 ridden the guts out of it in many different on and off road situations and have never had a problem with the side stand switch!! Not once

[@dionoconnell8973]

My 01 model never had one ,knocked me knee of a bollard cus couldnt steer out of way of it ..just a little knock but taught me a lesson ..by 04 they had em on. Good

[@gc1862de]

Wise move, hope you enjoy it as much as i do mine. There is only 2 little bikes that i would consider as a light weight adv base- the WRR & DRZ

[@andrew390]

... and right price compared to those crazy expensive European new motorcycles.

[@ericaworthington2675]

I loved my Dr.Zed-SM, which included dirt wheels from the previous owner. It was great fun on dirt tracks, backroads, kart tracks. If only they'd add a 6th gear.

[@chilldbox]

Picked up a 2018 DRZ400Sm. Bought a set of dirt wheels and sprockets 14t front 47 rear. Changed the exhaust (MRD shorty) heavier springs. Way less than A honda or ktm. Runs great and goes well on the track. Great buy!

[@jorisfleerackers445]

Great choice! Dont forget the minimal mods like airbox and case protectors. Magnesium is not crash proof.. Plenty of good exhausts around as well. Enjoy the bike!

[@markdearlove8634]

Nice choice. Looking forward to hearing more

[@juliancain6128]

Grats dude! Get back in that dirt - looking forward to the content!

[@chroniclesofsolid]

On it!

[@DanBlake3rd]

DRZ400S: 398cc / 317 lbs. CRF300L Safari 286cc / 333 lbs.

[@6226superhurricane]

it's an aus spec drz400e it weighs 138kg (304 lbs) wet

[@DanBlake3rd]

@@6226superhurricane Even better. If memory serves, it's pretty easy to get it below 300 lbs.

[@6226superhurricane]

@@DanBlake3rd yep easily can shave at least 5lbs off just by going to an aftermarket exhaust. removing or replacing the street legal gear (chain guards, fender extension, indicators, mirrors etc) with lighter stuff you can remove another 10lb or more. but you invariably add it back with a larger fuel tank and luggage racks. but it's possible to have a bike kitted out for long range adventure riding that doesn't weigh any more than stock when you take the camping gear off and go trail riding. another good thing about the long range safari tanks you can have a 28l tank and when it has 15l or less it carries the weight lower than the stock tank improving the bike feel. so there's really no disadvantage.

[@vebez5993]

I honestly couldn’t believe you got the Drz. I was like “No Wayyy” I saw a video of yours a couple weeks ago on why you were stuck on buying a new bike.. so I was pretty surprised but I think you made a good decision 👍🏼

[@chroniclesofsolid]

Surprise 🥳

[@kymstock1852]

Who would have thought it, the DRZ400 has out lived its competition! Before I owned one I rode a WRF280 and the DRZ felt like a truck. Once I got used to it and added the ADV stuff& like firmer suspension and a wide ration gear set, it proved to be easier to ride long distances and truck like handling , well I got used to it. Then I bought a Tiger 800XCx and yes it felt like a B double at first, but what a way to eat up the miles of dirt roads! Now I am excited to be back using my DRZ again. It feels like a mini bike now.

[@clivegreenall309]

Congratulations on your new bike. I ride a KLR650, but would love to test the DRZ400. Looking forward to your reviews on the DRZ. Regards from S Africa Clive

[@chroniclesofsolid]

Thanks! 👍

[@jonkinley1605]

An absolute Icon, outmatched by the Euros but for the price you cant beat it, especially if youre just an intermediate rider and not riding intense terrain. Rode my brothers 94 for years and you just could not kill it, so reliable and simple to work on. I did pop for the 15 KTM350 EXCF to ride the SoCal deserts mainly because i got a screaming deal but i was definitely tempted to buy a used DR 400.

[@JackRiverD]

Made the same call 2 weeks ago, Solid (except I bought used). Good call, imho. Now to make it my own. 15/45 sprockets and I cut my seat down so far. Looking forward to seeing where you take yours, too.

[@chroniclesofsolid]

Congrats Jack 👍

[@brianj4543]

Good Choice and logic, it is my second choice for many of the reasons you mention. My 2021 SWM 300 has arrived in Bundaberg and picking it up on Friday (it was a 4 month wait)

[@chroniclesofsolid]

Love to know your thoughts once you get your hands on it 👍

[@________2705]

good choice! personally I like the kind of 'oldschool' looks of the DRZ over most modern bikes. Riding the DRZ it felt like a very light motorbike to me...but to be honest the WRR felt like a Mountainbike

[@koczownik]

Congrats! Hope to see you riding soon :)

[@glossblack1098]

Well done Solid. A heard a famous ADV rider say "my favourite bike is the one I'm riding". You'll enjoy getting back out in the bush again. I bet you get a few more DRZ subscribers too.

[@chroniclesofsolid]

Well said!

[@fnqadv1162]

Will be interesting to see DRZ vs CRF3 vs WRR.

[@factorjay2100]

Awesome video - looking forward to the reviews and the CRF300 comparison (might have us waiting for a while) will be a must watch with the 250R dissapearing. And completly unrelated note, have the same intro music as fellow Aussies on Hardware Unboxed.

[@chroniclesofsolid]

Hehe, thats the issue with royalty free music. All the good stuff gets used a lot.

[@frankymino8773]

Really happy for ya solid! Smart decision. If the DRZ wasn't so tall I would have purchased one. I'm a short arse so I had to opt for the DR650 instead. Took it to a suspension specialist and had the rear shock revalved with a stiffer spring to compensate for extra baggage and the front forks got stiffer springs with slightly heavier fork oil. The DR factory was just too soft. I also purchased an after market lower seat for my short arse lol. It became a bit of a project to have it all set up to suit me and couldn't be any happier. All set up for long adventures. Good luck with the DRZ and look forward to your adventures. Cheers!

[@chroniclesofsolid]

Cheers mate 👍 DR650 is just as good in its own way 😎

[@scottloudon14]

End of the day, you've got a bike to ride! It's a known quantity, durable and reasonably priced. Cheers

[@stedebonnet542]

Very beautiful, enjoy riding it! Love your videos!

[@chroniclesofsolid]

Thanks mate, will do 👍

[@tinkertime7165]

I have a DRZ400 ‘03 model that has been in storage since 2006. Man I should get it out and running.

[@SigmaSheepdog]

Congratulations on your purchase! The DR-Z400 is one of the two bikes that is on my short list. Interestingly, here in the USA we only can only purchase the 400S and in Australia you can only purchase a 400E.

[@chroniclesofsolid]

Typical OZ, we do everything upside down!

[@painsrides3616]

When my regular mount was down, back in Oct. a buddy lent me his 18 year old DRZ(which he's always proud to announce, has never had a problem, except a cracked vacuum line....). All we ride is tough New England single track and that blue buffalo did great, not the fastest or sharpest handling thing out there, but with a little fineness the bike would go through anything...

[@Buledoyanmotor]

Congratulations on your new bike, i wish we had it available in Bali, Indonesia, unfortunately we can't get this bike here, cheers and enjoy !!!

[@chroniclesofsolid]

Thanks mate 👍

[@hobosnacho]

I legit just bought one too. My second drz ever. Took a while to get it imported and got the Cape York editiob too. Feels nice having a new bike

[@chroniclesofsolid]

🍻

[@bazphoon1]

had mine for 10 years absolute tool never let me down once

[@4x4junkie86]

nice bike. be looking forward to some videos reviewing and riding it

[@chroniclesofsolid]

You and me both!

[@breakM]

:) New light dual sport in the garage, facial expressions/emotions visibly different from older vids. Gonna be nice to see some off road content, and specially later on with a CRF300 as that one probably gets you more "bike interest" views then well known DRZ.

[@chroniclesofsolid]

😁

[@SuperDolemite1]

Congratulations on your new machine champ Wow louder than your Harley that’s a big call

[@chroniclesofsolid]

Cheers Glen 👍 Yer, just frequency is worse as its a higher pitch.

[@888jimmy]

Wow!! Nice shiny new dual sport.👍 Surprised yet not so surprised... Always been interested in the DRZ400. Good size donk plus also hear they are super reliable & lots of fun. Keen to hear your thoughts once you get some off road time on it being I am also getting tired of waiting for the CRF300L... I will continue to live vicariously through your videos for now. 😁

[@chroniclesofsolid]

Thanks Jimmy, lets hope we don't have to wait too long!

[@azlong4596]

I think you made a good call. I've been looking at them except the SM to which I would put 21"-18" wheel combo. That way I get the bigger front brake and better forks. The rest is all gratis, there is everything in the world available for that bike and it's pretty much indestructible. Now get out and enjoy.

[@pgbpro20]

S front disks perfect offroad, not confidence inspiring onroad!

[@thehoelzels6316]

Great choice. I really wanted to get a DRZ as my first motorcycle. Unfortunately I'm 5'6" with a 29" inseam. Just a bit too tall. I ended up finding a steal of a deal, used crf250l rally.

[@nodirnurmatov5401]

Congrats and long safe trails. My brand new drz 400s will arrive in 2 weeks. Many mods are already in garage)

[@chroniclesofsolid]

Congrats, mine are still in the post😢

[@mboyer68]

I've been riding since 1979 when I bought a 1972 Suzuki TS90 with not paper route money. I now own a plated 2004 DRZ400E and a 2008 Suzuki Bandit 1250S. If the 11 yr old me could've seen the 52 year old me riding my DRZ I would've thought "I'm gonna be successful!!" The drz absolutely needs the FCR carburetor, without a doubt. I did own a 2007 DRZ400SM and did all the upgrades except the carb. It was never even remotely close to the bike I own now. The throttle response on my DRZ is ridiculous, it feels like a fuel injected bike. It did take me about a whole summer and removing replacing the carb and re jetting about 100 times. But it's worth it!

[@chroniclesofsolid]

The FCR defiantly hammers along😬

[@frankmorris2603]

Good purchase. I too,.....would like one of these. Good toy for exploring.

[@ontheroad6868]

I installed the Wide-ratio gears from ACT in my DRZ and as everyone else has said - it's a complete game changer. Yes, they are expensive and a bit of work to install but I would do it again in a hearbeat.. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!

[@chroniclesofsolid]

Noted 👍

[@KenpachiZarakiX]

I love my Drz400sm, I'd love an S or an E but my SM does a little of everything. I'd recommend an FMF Q4 exhaust if you can find one. It's just a tad louder than my stock exhaust but sounds pretty much the same with my ear plugs in and riding down the road. Sounds loud in the garage though! 😆

[@danielbridgewater3444]

Can't go wrong with the mighty DRZ.

[@mcpoznanski87]

I got a 2018 and absolutely love it

[@FernitoAM]

Well on you mate. That goes to show that we often look at spec sheets and complain because this is 5kg heavier or only 12.54% more torque or I would like1.545 litres more in the tank or 7 gears with CVT. However, decisions are often just made because you know and are comfortable with a particular dealer, or your mechanic tells you something, or your friend has the same model or you don't like the looks of the bike or any other non-performance related factor which end up having a very important weight in the decision making. Looking forward to see your review on this bike. Ride safe

[@chroniclesofsolid]

Very true and thanks!

[@nickabrahall1412]

Got a DRZ a few months ago after a few years on a WRR and 18mths on a SWM650R and they definitely make you a better dirt rider Good choice as a 2nd bike (other bike is AT)

[@nigelwolfe6150]

If only suzuki would update the drzs with 6 speed and FI and better everything like honda kinda did for for crf250L with crf300L.....and ESPECIALLY if Suzuki did a Rally edition too! I would SO buy it!

[@fastdude2002]

Just bought a 2020 DRZ S and it’s a blast. I don’t think I have even brought my Harley V-Rod out for a ride since I bought the DRZ as I am having so much fun riding and customizing.

[@amedlogisticscourier8872]

Awesome review

[@andrewheadland50]

Good one hope you enjoy it very much

[@garthwaters5756]

wow thanks mate i nearly bought the DRZ myself , but am waiting for the 300 Rally just spoke to my honda Guru and he,s not sure when it gets here , sad when ya gotta get all your info from the states lol

[@67daltonknox]

When the NFS closed all the fire trails in my area after a fire and has made it clear that they are never going to reopen them, I sold my DRZ400. Broke my heart because even after 15 years of regular use it was running great, but the alternative was having to cart the bike a hundred miles to ride it which negates the point of a dual sport.

[@tonyv7660]

Bike looks awesome! Congrats!

[@chroniclesofsolid]

Thanks!

[@ATIL1304]

Beautiful bike.Have fun...

[@motoman7445]

Have a 2018 drz i bought new. It's terrible on tight single track cause it's so top heavy. Rode a wrr and fell in love. Have a 2020 coming this month. I'll sacrifice power for handling anyday.

[@ronilsonsoares4194]

The Drz400 was designed in the 90's when cost cutting wasn't main stream.

[@pascrew4639]

Small world dude.. I got mine from Gavin 4 weeks ago.. Only 2 left at the time.. Shout out to Gavin for the great customer service...

[@chroniclesofsolid]

Small world indeed! I must have come in just after you and snapped up the last one 👍

[@cafenightster4548]

Mmmm, Drzzzz. I love my 2019 SM converted to Duel Sport. I use it for offroading and food delivery, lol. $9 dollars pays for gas and 6 hrs of riding. I definitely won't sell it, ever!

[@You-Toober]

What if they come out with a new (maybe better) version?

[@cafenightster4548]

@@You-Toober Nah, too many great trips on it. I'm more likely to buy another motorcycle than trade any bikes I have now.

[@Bandy64]

Glad you got a bike again. Love Suzuki( have had 3 back in the 80’s early 90’s.) all road but absolutely bulletproof. Think this bike will suit you. Had the Honda crf 250l rally after not riding for 20+ years and it too was bulletproof but... 😕 meh. Presently riding the “Triceratops “ prototype ( KTM 790 Adventure yes, I remember your remark) and am enjoying its personality and performance. No mechanical issues. Bit upset that it is obsolete because of the 890 but c’est la vie. It is now a retro. Awaiting the thaw of winter here in Canada then back to the riding. But am enjoying following your adventure. Cheers.

[@chroniclesofsolid]

Haha, they may be ugly but they make up for it with performance👍 Winters must drive you crazy!

[@ajaxracing]

Bought my 18 new and its a keeper

[@markdotcomau]

Drz400's are in a class of their own, legendary machine!

[@chroniclesofsolid]

😎

[@GallicGarlic]

If you can find one in a good condition at a good price that is .. In Europe, they are at extortionate prices in average condition Very popular.. too much

[@GallicGarlic]

Because DRZ is sweetspot in midsize bikes Think TT 350 or XR 400 The CRF 300 is underpowered IMHO.. you need a little more grunt at low-end and raging engine higher up.. Not a hill climbing machine for sure. Miss so much my TT 350.

[@xpusostomos]

@@GallicGarlic mid size? I would have classified it as light weight.

[@rpm197214]

Good choice you made. Good reliable bike.

[@chroniclesofsolid]

Cheers Ryan 👍

[@jamesdownie2152]

So did I!! A second hand DRZ400 SM one and it is absolutely amazing!! We can't get them here in Scotland and the UK as the Euro compliance rules say that they cannot be sold in Europe or the UK.

[@SamiNami]

Beautiful bike. Im also waiting on the CRF 300 L. But this would be my choice, if it wasn't for the carburettor.

[@shannonhartnett]

I just recently picked up a second hand 2012 Australian E model with all the mods and aftermarket bits you need to take on the the outback for AU$5,000 with only 6000km on it they came out from factory on the aus market with the 3x3 mod already done and super loud unrestricted exhaust along with the Kheine FCR 39mm flat slide carburettor with bigger jetting the Australian army used them that's just telling you how good they really are

[@sic04250f]

The DRZ is a great bike, miss the one I had.

[@dionoconnell8973]

Hear here ..

[@Dan-56]

No explanation needed. I purchased a DR-Z in 2016, kept it a couple of years, sold it, regretted selling it, bought a new one in 2020. 🤪🏍👍

[@chroniclesofsolid]

Full circle😜

[@benjaminfrankliniii9857]

I've got one as well. Definitely invest in tail tidy

[@nakedlakedip57]

Ditch the whole exhaust, K&N air filter and re jet ..... did wonders to mine.

[@Thomas-wk5ll]

Good video on the Drz I was a bit disappointed when you named the smaller dealership as dinky and not likely to be around for long. It would of being good enough to say that your not comfortable with smaller dealerships and leave it at that. It's hard enough trying to get ahead without negative pessimistic reviews .

[@christianxian7348]

Thank you for your review and your comments are on point. I got a new DRZ in December 2020 and love it but just as you mention, I do find the noise too loud and very annoying when riding in the bush. After I installed the Cap York kit it went a couple a decibel quieter but still obnoxious. I am looking for some way to make it quieter. Please let me know if you found a way to do so.

[@ExpeditionaryRanger]

Well done and congrats! Haven’t been on one myself but after watching MADTV’s Cape York insane adventure with these, I’m a believer! In some of my research it seems that these come poorly greased from the factory. Just a thought if you haven’t looked into it yet.

[@chroniclesofsolid]

Thanks for the tip 👍

[@willmcclenaghan109]

"Who's Zed? Zed's dead baby!"

[@chroniclesofsolid]

Extra points for the Pulp Fiction ref👍

[@dionoconnell8973]

Thats as crap as the film was

[@t-ben3799]

My DRZ is obnoxiously loud and I love it!!

[@Sam-nb8ds]

Congrats on the new bike. Funny thing is I did the same. Was looking for a wr250r but couldn't get one for trying. Ended up getting a 2019 with the Cape York pack, and a heap of other extras as well. Have added a new shifter, stegs pegs, pivot pegs and rox risers. Now I just need a comfy seat and was thinking about the safari 17l tank. You should still have the standard exhaust tip for the factory unit, I still do as the Cape York pack was just extras. If not I would talk to your dealer and see what they can do for you. Anyway enjoy your ride, I am loving mine so far.

[@chroniclesofsolid]

Thanks Sam, I go the dealership working on it. Hoping the new tip on the Cape York pack will be a bit less loud. Safe riding👍

[@robertturnbow4299]

I think this is a great choice. Compared to my 2009 klx250s, my brother's drz400s is a little rough and rowdy. I may get a drz400s this year. It just is a better dual sport. From 0 to 70 mph I have no problem with the transmission with 14/44 or 15/44 gearing. I haven't tried 14/47. Enjoy.

[@danielpalmer9339]

Love how you guys can still get brand new street legal E models down there. Wish it was like that here in California. The S/SM models just aren’t the same.

[@dionoconnell8973]

The s model is far superior bud

[@malgallo]

congratz bro! how did you manage without a bike??? i would hve gona crazy!