Suzuki DRZ400E Number One Modification For Adventure Riding.

The game changer. The Xtrig Preload Adjuster transforms the usability of the Suzuki DRZ400E's rear shock. It allows for preload adjustments to be conducted anywhere and at any time whether loaded or unloaded.
In this video I also talk about my number one modification to transform the DRZ400E into a true adventure bike. SUSPENSION.
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[@aspire2inspire732]

I believe you have just spared me many bloody knuckles, thank you! That's money well spent.

[@GaryBurns-c7g]

Thanks mate, good information .

[@RekimNZ]

Damn, that last bit was a bit hektik ... I'm glad your happy with the suspension !

[@ronanrogers4127]

When I had my DRZ400E BB stroker I found the Racetech base settings a really good start…just enter riding weight, tank size, riding level etc into their calculator and it recommends shim stack settings for gold valves, and front and rear spring rates. The springs were spot on, and I only had to tweak the shim stack to get a KTM-like front end. Did all the work myself, it’s not difficult.

[@the_explorerist]

I have wanted the X-Trig from the day I learned about it. You may have even seen my post on the Suzuki DR/DRZ Owners Australia group on FB (12 Mar), asking whether there was one for the DRZ400. It is on my list for upgrades, but a larger tank is first on my list.

[@The_Apprentice_Adventurer]

Definitely worth getting one mate. Awesome product.

[@johnmignano7872]

Way to go Lance, happy for you mate...you're going to enjoy being such a better and different rider

[@Morphic-Realms.]

yeoow, I was just thinking lance was due for a vid, was hanging out for something fresh from you mate....... haven't even touched the sus on my DR yet, 2 months of riding now, been having fun

[@The_Apprentice_Adventurer]

Awesome man. No need to touch a thing on it if you’re having fun and it’s getting the job done. 👍

[@sholyn]

Hopefully sass portals a Drz into my proximity one day..

[@Morphic-Realms.]

@@The_Apprentice_Adventurer Yeah mate not much to compare to other than my rd bike (cb400 revo) the dirt is a whole different experience isn't it, I didnt realise how much the earth squirms around underneath you, even with MTB experience it took me by surprise a little, maybe its just all that fat grunt from the drz lol. The preload adjuster is a sweet find, takes the hassle out of frequent adjustment for sure, good find and share mate, appreciated. @sholyn - mate Sas is always out on the tracks ready to lend the conscious ones a hand' not sure if he can send a dr through the portal though.... can only hope heh

[@JackRiverD]

Lance, I've only watched a minute of you riding the new set up and I can actually see the difference. You're carrying more speed and making sections you wouldn't have previously. Bloody great result! Also, thanks for the product heads up - I just couldn't believe it had to be so difficult!

[@The_Apprentice_Adventurer]

Yeah it’s definitely a different bike. Makes riding harder terrain much easier.

[@tims728]

Ripper!! Like you, I couldnt believe Suzuki made it so difficult to adjust the sag on the rear shock, given its one of the fundamental elements to riding amd having the bike dialed in. Thanks for sharing the product.

[@Chris_Z.]

I mentioned / recommended the X-trig to Josh as well on his video. Great bit of kit.

[@The_Apprentice_Adventurer]

We will get him there lol.

[@Imos99]

Great work, your description of setting rear sag using the "factory" method caused me to lose my coffee, very funny and accurate.

[@The_Apprentice_Adventurer]

Haha I’m glad it made you smile. I too laugh now but for six years hated it. Lol.

[@ShadowVonChadwick]

It is a great product, expansive yes, but when I do the rear shock, which is a must, that will be the time to decide. Having had my previous KLX250/300 rehashed by MPE I know what a game changer better suspension is. My 05 KLX400e has only 11k on the clock, but the age works against things bump stops and seals, so it's a must to do soon, funding dependent. Having just taken delivery of a Himalayan 452 it is soaking up dollars too with necessity, Barkbusters, decent baseplates/engine protection, larger windscreen & all the other bit n bobs. Cheers for the heads-up & stay upright. 👍

[@matthewmarsh7857]

Cheers for the advice, I'll be adding the xtrig to my build list. I hope they give you a bit of sponsorship 👌

[@The_Apprentice_Adventurer]

Definitely add it to your list. It would be nice to hear from them but either way I’m stoked to find their product.

[@Mudjimba23AT]

Money well spent mate best thing I did to my drz next is the 440 kit

[@IronbarkMX]

It'd feel like a new bike I bet mate! Carrying a big fella like you plus all the gear, the ole zook would've been hurting! hahaha

[@The_Apprentice_Adventurer]

Haha thanks legend.

[@soapmaker2263]

Thanks bro. Your vids are very helpful to me because we are about the same height and weight with the same adventure riding style.

[@The_Apprentice_Adventurer]

Good to know mate. 👍

[@nathan7880drz]

Absolutely brilliant video thanks for sharing your content great channel allways enjoy your videos keep up the great work 👌👍

[@Tales_Of_Moto_Adventures]

Awesome video mate, I'm digging the rear spring adjuster. Need one on my drz.

[@The_Apprentice_Adventurer]

Throw the money at it and get it done. It’s so much better.

[@zwarst]

bouncy is bouncy good.

[@2wheelsinmotion]

Yes it’s great to have an Xtrig ( which I’ve got) but for me I still don’t know what’s good preload and what’s not!!

[@The_Apprentice_Adventurer]

Just base it off approx 35mm static sag and 100mm of race sag. That’s always a good start point.

[@daveburgess4112]

Could you give the part # , Xtrig dose not have anything listed on there site for a DRZ....

[@The_Apprentice_Adventurer]

Mate I too am struggling to find a part number for you. Give Teknik suspension a call and they will be able to order it for you. They were the ones who told me about.

[@Chris_Z.]

@@The_Apprentice_Adventurer It's under performance parts when you put in drz400e as the bike.

[@budget-adventure]

Na mate it feels good because its new suspension. The last few trips your springs were that rooted it would of hurt on all the rough stuff

[@wazza33racer]

Be interesting to see, if the adjuster has an issues seizing up.

[@The_Apprentice_Adventurer]

Mate if that day comes I’ll be the first to do a video on it. Let’s hope it doesn’t come to that.

[@wazza33racer]

@@The_Apprentice_Adventurer Interesting to see, how it works out.

[@darylzampese1855]

Xtrig ..where ya been all my life😂. Where did you get yours,do you have a link? Cheers!

[@The_Apprentice_Adventurer]

Mate my suspension guy ordered it for me but I found it through Teknik suspension. They can order it for you or just directly online through Xtrig.

[@slug.racing]

There are a heap of hydraulic preload adjusters on the market. Most adventure bikes are fitted with them from factory. Not sure about the hammer and knuckle comment I always thought that's what c spanners where for. 😂 But anyway enjoy.

[@The_Apprentice_Adventurer]

They are only good if you take the shock out. Otherwise the nail punch is the way to go, just not the right way to go lol

[@-TheRealChris]

The hydraulic ones are out of the price range of most people and these are simpler and lighter. For people adverturising dirt bikes that mostly have easily accessible shocks these make more sense.

[@slug.racing]

@@The_Apprentice_Adventurer whilst I don't own a DR all my bikes the C spanners fit no removal required. But if it's the pin punch for the DR then the pin punch it is 😂

[@slug.racing]

​@@-TheRealChris you made me go look at it. It's mechanical.. so I'm wrong here.. I'll take it all back.. never seen a mechanical one before.

[@yaacooh3073]

All fake clouds.