DR-Z400sm Oil Change | First Maintenance Check

[@TalonSei]

Quick motovlog starts around 8:05 👍🏻

[@brandongillum]

Hey talon just a helpful tip if you look under the oil filter housing before removing oil filter there is a drain plug there to drain the the oil filter housing it will save you a mess lol not nagging just trying to be helpful bud miss my drz😢😢😢

[@Mr.DoõS]

We want to see the top speed of suzuki Dr-400Sm 2018 please...😍🌷🌷

[@Mondo_0ne]

Any plans on putting some knobbi tires on it and taking it off road?

[@chrisfoster9080]

For just an average dude you make one of the best, well explained, to the point oil change tutorials on KZbin. Thanks.

[@arealbigboss]

the actual video starts less than a minute in, love that

[@jeremiahmoses9663]

thank you sir! I just did my first oil change on my 2019 drz400sm. local shop wanted $92.50 to do it! I did it for $40 thanks to this video, so thanks for saving me $50 bucks bro!

[@thebeez9487]

Just wanted to say, after countless oil changes on every thing I've ever owned over the last thirty years, I've replaced a crush washer on an oil pan bolt exactly zero times. Never had a leak. Just sayin.

[@cano1732]

Same here. I believe he's covering his bases so the wave of comments "You're supposed to replace your crush washer" don't start.

[@TalonSei]

Exactly lol

[@dancarlos1216]

Just depends on how chowdered it is, if a gorilla tweaks it down to 200 ft lbs then it will definitely need replaced often. Proper torque will make it last many cycles. I always use a new one if provided but if not then don’t sweat it.

[@sethh8892]

Honestly... I feel the same way due to working on cars. My truck doesnt even have a crush washer, they dont need them. They are built into the head of the bolt, so long as you use proper torque spec, or at least somewhere in the given range, you'll never have a leak or issue. Now do you like slamming it with an impact it can cause problems later on, but you got to be real dumb to mess it up.

[@Ummmmmkay88]

It’s 25 cents. Why not just replace it?

[@jeremiahzagala5608]

He says it in the video, but for anyone looking for it: KN139 filter 5:02 10w40 full synthetic ~ 1.5 - 2 qts 6:19

[@wildcard252]

Nice clear video of the oil changing process. Don’t know if anyone else mentioned this, but there is a small drain plug directly below the oil filter. Drain that for slightly less mess 😉

[@mjo4981]

The best maintenance review that I have seen! Clear, complete, and straight to the point of each operation.

[@daltonandrew168]

My dad gave me this tip for older bikes and for people that live up north. Keep the old used oil and store it. Every month or so take some of that oil and rub it all over the skid plate and the frame and on the outside of the nuts and bolts. It acts a protective layer and it keeps rust from happening. I even do it with my old car, and it does work.

[@1.6JuJu]

also spraying wd40 on a rag and wiping the front of the bike with it keeps dead bugs from sticking

[@motoexo9574]

And polute the planet

[@gragra556]

Think of all the dirt & dust that will stick to that.

[@the8jrfan]

Check the oil after you run it for a while too because oil will go into the filter and take up some room.

[@sylvainb4049]

They say it's a good idea to put your filter in a tub of new oil before replacing it in the bike. That would solve that problem. I'm no mechanic either but that's what I was told to do..

[@cameroneshleman4833]

@@sylvainb4049 your correct i was told the same thing. But I stopped doing it that way and I just re check the oil after I let it warm up and sit for 10 minutes. Have a good one brotha🤟🏻

[@gorillaninja78]

Love my drz! So so reliable! Had mine 4 years now not a single issue except carb jetting after putting full FMF system on find someone who knows carbs. I put 15,000 km on mine every year she’s bulletproof 👍🏻✌🏻🇨🇦

[@jaredharlin428]

Thank you for the straight forward tutorial vato👍 I just got too 1,000 miles on my 2023 DRZ400sm and I appreciate the vid!

[@Badass_Rooster]

Man if I could only watch 1 channel on KZbin it would be this. Guns, EDC, cars, motorcycles and a little partying! Plus most of family lives in Pennsylvania from Port Allegheny to York,Pa.

[@TalonSei]

Thanks for the support brotha!

[@seanmcgregor7551]

Quick tip, before you take out oil filter, there is a bolt below that lets the oil out of filter chamber, less mess😜

[@TheManWithNoName93]

was just about to say that lol

[@PripyatPlayground]

Where’s it located?

[@RickOchet12345]

Hi Talon! Thanks for this video and congrats on the DRZ! I just bought one as well and my 1st oil change is approaching so you've helped me a lot! Also in the process of doing the 3x3 mod, what a great bike! So much fun compared to the sports bikes I've had! I had grom before too, and this like just like a big Grom! Sweet and enjoy your bike!

[@cmichalak09]

Love the videos man. Just aquired a 18 400sm myself about a month ago. The zeta handguards look great and I like how the turn signals are in them so I don't have to have up front. Keep riding and looking forward to Future videos!

[@markmcalister3746]

Talon - great to see you and a cycle guy! We love "Sundays" as well :)

[@theoz-swede7975]

Hi from Oz, just got a drz400e a couple of weeks ago, this was helpful. Keep it up, love your videos.

[@Kennebec27]

Just got a drz400s this past weekend, so with the weather it'll be a while before I need to change the oil, but this was a great video showing how to do the oil change.

[@spartan5490]

Dude, are we related? Red beards, and literally everytime I look into something I'm interested in, you've got it! Guns, crosstrek, Van life, electric skateboards, Subaru sti, and now this!!! Lol

[@Coltron_Actual]

Talon, you can leave that skid on during the oil change - it is formed to clear around the engine's drain plug, and the frame's plug. Unless you are OCD about keeping the backside of the skid clean, then carry on. Glad you bought the DR-Z

[@TalonSei]

True but removing it makes things a bit easier, especially getting a socket on the main drain plug.

[@coderedcamaro4812]

Just picked up my first supermoto and my first drz. Rode it home in Pennsylvania winter at 34 degrees!

[@AnonDrewT]

I recommend getting some “case savers” as well! Just a bit of extra “just in case” type of preventative measure!

[@adaniels1000]

I'm super stoked for more motovlogs and related videos. Keep up the killer work, Talon!

[@deltabravo1257]

12k miles on my DRS and I've never replaced the crush washer. Love my DRZ.

[@mrmemknock2252]

Man I really digging these motovlogs keep'em coming

[@TalonSei]

Thanks homie, glad you like em!

[@christopherbarger6112]

FULL SENDS ONLY Now you've got some sweet offroad beasts. The STi, CrossTrek and now this SuMo

[@mailboxr]

Again, because the bike is so new, I'll just replace it after the next oil change. Thanks for the informational video, feel good about changing my oil now!

[@jasoncurtis6105]

Talon, great channel man! Consistently good content. Even when you seem to wing it, you keep my attention. Appreciate the time you put in to creating the videos for us. Keep em coming brother! 💪👊

[@TalonSei]

Thank you Jason, appreciate the kind words 🙌🏻

[@williamsale381]

I love the way you narrate bro like I'm just an average dude on you tube it's pretty funny love the show keep it up

[@jonzedan1780]

Great video Talon! You set a great example to keep enjoying life. Keep up the great work!!!

[@TalonSei]

Thanks Jon 👍🏻

[@clintburt9821]

So stoked you got a drz!

[@TalonSei]

Me too, Clint!

[@clintburt9821]

@@TalonSei I'm thinking full Jagermeister rap with your logo in the background

[@marcusboyce8609]

Clint Burt technically he can’t because the jägermeister is trademarked

[@clintburt9821]

@@marcusboyce8609 true but there is a way around everything 😉

[@nickmurry5373]

I’d like to add to recheck oil after running, just a good practice! Great video 🤙🏻

[@itsmeericb]

Sick bike man! I am looking at getting a DRZ myself. Good video!

[@jessel1217]

Old video - I know - but I had to just add that yes, the Suzuki manual does say 10-40. However, if you refer to the graph in the manual, there are specific oil weights that correspond to different temp ranges. For me in NY we only really can enjoy riding during the 70+ degree days into the summer. I’m using 20w-50 because it’s rated for 14-104 degrees F as per the owners manual. 10-40 is rated for temps in the negative up to 104f (can’t recall exact number). I prefer having a little more sheer protection when sitting in traffic during the summer here in NY. Hope this will help someone. Hope this helps someone

[@atypical_moto]

My mechanic said that you check the oil level with the bike running. He said that if you fill it to the mark on the stick without it running, then you'll be blowing oil out the exhaust once you start it. That doesn't appear to be the case in your video but it was worth mentioning.

[@johnsteward4792]

Hands on video I like it Dope overall channel Talon

[@TalonSei]

Thanks John 👍🏻

[@Dom34007]

Goodman. Getting right into it. I'm looking to buy one of these when I have the time and money

[@weedXD38]

Break in period is important!!! Congrats again!!! On another Toy!!!

[@TalonSei]

Some people disagree but I do not! Thanks man 👍🏻

[@cullengreene9620]

you may want to use conventional motor oil for your break ins because it can reduce the chances of your bike oil burning by increasing friction between the cylinder and piston rings during the break in period and when you use synthetic it wont let the rings fully form to the cylinder walls because of how good the lubrication is from full synthetic just my opinion feel free to not give a shit to care about it good video btw

[@dirtbikeplug]

The Drz400 is happy u made this video

[@11dremoss]

You just saved me like $60 and this is just one oil change 💪🏾💯

[@nmcovert]

You might know already but, id suggest doing the JD jet Kit/3x3 air box mod. It woke my DRZ up feels like a different bike.

[@nadmenny]

Oil drains faster if you keep the oil filler plug off..

[@billv1862]

I didn't know you were just down the road from me! Nice bike!!!!

[@nicholascarver1]

Just got my first bike Monday and it was a dr-z 400.

[@e6ensperception]

Where did you get it and what's a good price for a 2005 vs a new one? I'm thinking about getting one too, any tips are appreciated

[@stevotaylor6548]

OGGY KNOBS or Crash knobs to be installed. Short underbelly exhaust. Then some low speed figure 8 moves. Getting rid of the tyres chicken strips..Get some lifting chain and a KICKASS PADLOCK and bolt it to the Van.. or it will get pinched...

[@kylepeterson]

next up, all the loctite fixes, 3x3 mod, crush washers, filter screens, swingarm grease, steering stem grease, free power mod, mcct and then finally, it's a reliable drz. there are two types of people in the world, those that think their drz is immune and those that fix it.

[@motobeard2781]

Plus JD Jet kit and exhaust to compliment the increased air flow by 3x3 mod

[@jimmansi1187]

Excellent how to vid, looks like an awesome bike, I’m very interested in getting one, currently on a Sportster but these look like they’re a blast to ride, nice job, new sub here from Delaware County, Pa

[@BachZennett]

Great video, very clear and helpful as a reference to do for my bike! Thank you.

[@jeremylong6229]

Currently ride a 2017 harley dyna. Thinking about snagging one of these off the used market before long to keep as a second bike. They just look so fun

[@mcloedmcloed6811]

You wont regret.

[@divineaims8202]

Hey man great video I’m looking to buy a bike and so far your videos on the DRZ400sm are great and are making me lean towards it new to ur channel and definitely gonna sub💯

[@johnganshow5536]

You could probably put knobby tires or semi knobby, for fire roads, or other dirt roads in the mountains...

[@prestonnovinger3762]

Hey! Love the vids. Maybe in the next one you should talk more about your cars and stuff. Also a tour of the town would be cool too. Maybe some off road?

[@sylvainb4049]

Have you considered replacing the street tires with the same size Continental TK80 tires? If I buy another dualsport in the future, I may go that route as I like the seat height better with smaller wheel/tire setup. Most of my offroad riding are dirtroad and the trails in my area are pretty good, not to rocky as the downfall is less ground clearance.. Then you have best of both world's and those tirrs are a great wearing tire on the road. Only place they don't do well is in slicker mud situation's. Like those dried up mud puddles that aren't quite dry yet. Slip and slide! Another nice video man. 😎🤙

[@666dynomax]

thanks for the video. well done for sure! Noticed in my manual it says filter only required every 12k kms or 24 months. pretty cheap as i cross matched it with a carquest (wix) filter it was less than $5... not sure why I wouldnt change it !

[@Suaga7]

Looks slick... Love my DRZ 400 SM so far.

[@sonnyburnett35]

Do they make something bigger or is the 400 their biggest supper motto that you can buy

[@shaymtbrider7244]

Always put fresh oil on o rings when putting oil cover back

[@Happy-tp4jd]

Also after you think the oils are correct, run the engine to get the oil to the filter for about 20 seconds then top off oil accordingly.[Dont forget to write down in your manual the date and the miles when you changed the oil (and if your like me add the oil used and filter)]

[@ThenewguyYT]

I see this is quite a old video and you mostlikely wont see this but these videos are so interesting to me because im very very interesting in getting this exact bike

[@trackpackgt877]

I have a 2018 drz400sm but in white lol there great bikes! Only weird thing is mine takes two full quarts of oil it puts it just a hair above the full line but after I start the bike and ride it it's exactly on the line just thought it was weird yours takes 1.75 but I guess there is a variance in the safe fill line

[@dylanstclaire9186]

Love the new bike man !! Woukd love to see u do a build on a glock 34 !! U should do a vid on u doing a uspsa match or something in that nature !! Keep up the awesome vids !!

[@TalonSei]

Thanks Dylan, a 34 build could possibly happen in the future. uspsa match won't happen anytime soon tho. I am only into guns for the mechanical aspect of them and shooting for fun / self protection.

[@Huntereich]

Well done again. Loving the bike.

[@MrJarmusch]

Great vid! What type of review mirror is that? I can’t find one to replace the ugly stock ones.

[@jonruger]

Are those forks only on the SM my old e model had terrible forks like an XR. I’m only 200lbs and they always felt flexible to me worse than my XR400 was.

[@philippekar1181]

Don't you need to put the bike on level while doing the oil check? ( just asking)

[@justinwazner]

Yes lol

[@valery6324]

Крутой мотоцикл мечтаю о таком. Россия. 👍👍👍🔥 cool bike, I dream about this. Russia. 👍👍👍

[@arneallaloo7525]

Would you suggest this as a beginner bike? I have experience from a raptor 700 but wanted a supermoto.

[@veetwotls]

after first start let it run for 3-4 min then do a oil level re check top up if needed , Then go for a ride recheck oil level of 5 min

[@javierlopez4461]

I'm looking at the same motorcycle ironically to buy/ finance. It'll be my first bike and I'm wondering how much insurance is a month for it? I'm going to register it as my secondary vehicle too so I Know it'll be a little cheaper rather than having it my primary. Let me know if you could ? Thanks for the video. Nice work

[@brettmccafferty7510]

I place a rag under the oil filter before I take the cover off. No need on the motor :)

[@knifemax6356]

Talon I love your videos. Really nice bike man!!! Cheers Max

[@TalonSei]

Thanks for watching Max 👍🏻

[@OZD-mb2bs]

Can you use an oil extractor instead of pulling drain plugs?

[@abdulazizalhamar_]

It is entertaining of course ❤️ keep up the enthusiasm ❤️

[@hillcrestheights8292]

I have a 2007 DRZ with less than 300 miles. I should probably change the oil just because it so old? Just ordering the 3rd battery!

[@TalonSei]

I would say definitely change the oil

[@hillcrestheights8292]

@@TalonSei Yea doing it today, thanks. Will follow your instructions. Thank you for getting back. What do you think about the 3 x 3 Mod?

[@armyca]

Nice vid... Just before oil drained usually top cover with deepstick should be opened....

[@marcochavanne]

Great bike About to send my motor off for a 462 build with ACT gears. Have a pile of parts to toss on as well. Excellent platform. You can deck a used one out for the price of a WR250R

[@mingusbreeze]

Looks like a real fun bike. Thanks.

[@Eric-nb7vg]

you should go for the hidden screen to make sure you get all the metal shavings out of the way.

[@steelmilkjug]

What's the first scheduled maintenance OTHER than oil change? THANKS.

[@lazaromartinez4780]

So you check the oil while the bike is leaning?

[@welly706]

Lol 3 years ago I guess with the intervals the way are I guess it's about time for another one?

[@CincyMoto]

You make me want a drz awesome vid bro

[@valobal]

Hey, great tips! Do you know how to check if cooling fan system radiator is working good? Maybe a future video on your channel. Thanks!

[@rolandtiiroja]

love the drz. great videos!

[@lowlifeslides9918]

I think the blue marks on bolts are to ensure you didnt mess with anything reguarding the warranty restrictions

[@TalonSei]

They are for torque checks when being assembled

[@mattcourtney3001]

Their is a drain bolt under the filter housing. Lossen that bolt and drain before accessing the filter. It will cut down on some of the mess. If anyone in here has a tip on how to properly check the oil level please share. Thanks for the video man. Stay safe

[@michaelkruppenbacher1711]

What type, material and size crush washers did you use? can i get them at an Autozone? thanks

[@SmitSnyman]

How about a tour of the town?

[@TalonSei]

That could happen. Small town but there are a few cool sights. Thanks for the suggestion 👍🏻

[@brysonw1815]

Talon Sei what town in PA are you I’m also from PA

[@1.6JuJu]

Ayyy so am I! Harrisburg baby

[@willlambert1809]

I third that

[@tellenforelle]

I can highly recomend you the leovince exhaust for this bike! I know the sound on camera is not that good but man the stock muffler should not have earned the rights to be on a bike like this 😂

[@GoneRidingPartsCom]

Great video, great bike !

[@tommyegan3913]

I’m looking now for a bike. Leaning towards a wr450. Love that drz. Your a local too I’m from Delaware county!

[@josh9455]

Really digging the moto vlog! Can you tell me about you helmet set up? I know your running the Icon Variant with a GoPro session but what mic and adaptor are you running? The audio is great.

[@TalonSei]

the gopro mic adapter and a cheap lapel mic I found on amazon. I will do a dedicated video on my helmet setup in the future

[@shifthappens8475]

Looks identical to my 2015 sm

[@Chris-sz1fz]

Wix filters are great for this bike because they come with both replacement o-rings.

[@dymer23]

Scotty do you have a part #

[@gsabella4]

We need some more videos on the DRZ.

[@Taika_talvi]

3:17 before opening up the oil filter, you can drain the oil inside it by unscrewing the bolt at the little pipe going downwards from the filter. That way, you won't have oil flowing out of it all over your bike when you take the cover off.

[@coryhutchinson7615]

great upload! thanks

[@Chewwsky]

who makes that fender? and did you buy the headlight directly from KTM?