Suzuki DRZ400 Review (Comprehensive Breakdown)

Get your Motorcycle gear @ shop.yammienoob.co $1 = 1 Entry to win our giveaway bikes
Join @ yammienoob.co for access to our Discord server and automatic entry to win our bikes
Our best videos: bit.ly/Best-Videos-Yammie-Noob
Our Best Selling Street Glove: bit.ly/valencia-street-glove
------------------------------------------------------------
Best Beginner **Sport** Gear:
Helmet: bit.ly/SS900-Helmet-ECE
Jacket: bit.ly/SS-Savage
Gloves: bit.ly/4SR-Monster-Gloves
Boots: bit.ly/Coastal-Moto-Shoe
Best Beginner **Dual Sport/ADV** Gear:
Helmet: bit.ly/SS2600-ADV-Helmet
Jacket: bit.ly/Hammer-Down-ADV
Gloves: bit.ly/Firstgear-Airspeed
Boots: bit.ly/AR1-Race-Boot
Best Beginner **Retro/Classic** Gear:
Helmet: bit.ly/Arai-RegentX
Jacket: bit.ly/Armored-Shirt
Gloves: bit.ly/4SR-Monster-Gloves
Boots: bit.ly/CTA-Leather-Boot
---------------------------------------------------------------
FAQ:
What should my first bike be? A Turbo Hayabusa.
Very funny, no seriously. What should I get? A TURBO BUSA.
What is this channel? The premiere source of motorcycle edutainment (educational + entertainment) on KZbin. We take on everything from the best bikes you should buy all the way to praying to our lord and savior Rossi.
Why should I subscribe? Because you want the highest quality motorcycling videos on KZbin delivered to your feed *every single day* (seriously, we do daily uploads)
Why do you guys make these list videos? Like any good capitalist, we supply the demand the market has.
Music: amplelife.bandcamp.com/
NOTICE: Elements utilized from other videos are fair use and fall under U.S. copyright law because it is transformative in nature, uses no more of the original than necessary and has no negative effect on the market for the original work. It is against the law to fraudulently claim a copyright on a video you do not own under the DMCA or to abuse KZbin’s copyright claim tool.

[@yammienoob]

Who out there has a DRZ400S in their stable? Share some stories because it's a real shame more people don't ride bikes like these. If you want to win this bike remember to head over to yammienoob.co and get signed up.

[@Kevin.OBrien44]

I have a drz 125. Maybe just as good?

[@flyhigh1768]

I've got a dr650. The mega goat

[@MtnPeakEnduro]

@@flyhigh1768 I sold mine for a CRF450L. I really want one again for the simple maintenance and low cost to run. I'll probably get one again in a couple years when I can save up. I love the 450L and DR but in different ways. The DR will be my leight weight adventure bike this time. Windshield, luggage rack, 5 gallon tank, skid plate.

[@IrnMaiden304]

Lmao @ if you can get it over 100mph, I got chased by a sheriff once .... Last time I looked at the speedo during that I seen 114 ( none of them are accurate, so probably like 110 ish ), he did catch me cause let's face it if you are somewhere you can't get alot of tight corners or off the road you are sadly mistaken if you think your out running them on the road's. He's a rider to so fortunately I didn't get the shit kicked out of me with guns drawn, just a simple speeding ticket which was much much less then it should have been. My lawyer ( also a rider and had the DRZ400K among many other bike's ( 13 to be exact ) couldn't believe it could go that fast either ( flat ground, not going downhill ). Another time I got caught on the Highway going 80mph on DOT knobbies on the back wheel, if that wasn't bad enough .... He was a D.E.C. officer and if none of you ever had the pleasure of dealing with them count yourself lucky, they have alot and I mean alot more free range then even the state troopers. Very expensive day's those two turned out to be, stupid day's ? .... Absolutely, Fun day's !? .... Until you get caught 😆

[@ajaxracing]

My daily is a 18 Drz400s shes a ripper and I'll never give her up

[@AK-sq1jl]

I must have a really bad taste in motorcycles because I think the DRZ looks awesome. Its got a cool rugged look imo.

[@nickolaivuicich4105]

They look alright i think. But the one ive ridden felt like a pig maybe im just to used to my 2 strokes.

[@sdqsdq6274]

not really, look at the engine , love it how it looks , clean lines

[@walkerskii]

I own a 1993 Honda 250 2-stroke which is like riding a 212 lb. slingshot, arguably much quicker than the 319 lb. DRZ400 (although I've never ridden a DRZ400) so it all depends on what you're comparing things to! However, i've got to rebuild the engine on my non-street legal Honda constantly haha!

[@EuthanasiaSUPREME]

The older utilitarian look gives off a mad max vibe. I dig it

[@skippy2289]

I think it’s hot

[@gc1862de]

The best bit of DRZ ownership, it doesn't matter how old it is, your always on the latest model

[@austinsuman4090]

Same with the DR650😂

[@Imightberiding]

@@austinsuman4090 Same goes for the Honda XR650L & Yamaha TW 200.

[@austinsuman4090]

@@Imightberiding I hear ya on that one😂 if it ain't broke don't fix it

[@05EVORS]

Just like a Hayabusa....same frame, same swingarm, same motor from '99-23 lol...basic changes to plastics over years.

[@Wills420913]

My drz is the perfect bike . It literally brought me back from a fucked up depression i was going threw. Its pretty much my daily driver, my trail bike and occasional long distance vehicle. Cant say enough good things about this bike do yourself a favor and go buy one asap

[@deadndrumming5372]

I'm glad it pulled you through man. I'm looking to buy one asap for similar reason.

[@400exxxx]

Glad to hear your doing better.

[@darrenthedude1]

I heartily agree! You can even put panniers on it by SWMotech from TwistedThrottle to hold 2 large bags of groceries!

[@danielschurr6817]

deadndrumming do it man, it gives you something to look foward to and gets you out of the house. Without my crf450l id probs be down in the ditch

[@deborahchesser7375]

@@danielschurr6817 hell yeh brother, nothing smoothes ya out like a little wind therapy 👍

[@diogenes9809]

Have owned cruisers, 600's, two 650 dual sports, a hayabusa, and some old cafe bikes. Drz400 was the last bike i bought and my favorite of all of them. The problem with a drz though is unless you've ridden everything else, you'll wish you had something else. Sport bikes are faster, cruisers look better, touring bikes are more comfortable, and true dirt bikes are better at riding dirt. But, you can use a drz for literally everything, its nimble in traffic, still faster than most cars, offroadable, and most important, dirt cheap and indestructable. I've ridden my drz like i stole it since day 1 (its a used 2003), dropped it more times than i can count, and not once needed to replace a broken part, if you don't want to spend thousands of dollars in repairs, a drz is one of the only bikes that you can take literally everywhere and truly ride to and past it's limit for years.

[@jond3929]

@ghij347dereg I've had a 400 now for about 4 years and done a fair bit of highway driving with it. Its pretty good on the highway (even just stock). Maxes out around 165km/hr with a rider weight of 185 lbs (Suzuki claims a top speed of around 155km/hr). It has enough acceleration to safely pass and merge. There's a bit of handlebar wobble at times but you can install dampened if it bothers you. Biggest issue is the small tank that only gives you about 200 km of range stock. The bike offers no wind protection stock but a small windscreen can be installed if you don't mind looking dorky. As far as the Dr650 goes. I haven't ridden it but I'm told its only slightly better in highway than the z400 but it is appariently a lot worse off road. So the tradeoff is slightly better on highway for a fair bit worse on the dirt. Its also a fair bit heavier for only slightly more horse power. Power to weight ratio overall is less than the drz. With a jet kit and 3x3 mod, the drz can be made to "feel" about as powerful as the 650 without the extra weight. The DRZ had a higher compression ratio than the DR so even though the displacement is a fair bit less, the horse power is only slightly less stock. If you plan on being on highway with a lot of extra gear more than on the dirt then get the DR. Otherwise, get a DRZ.

[@jond3929]

@ghij347dereg no problem. Ask me anything you like. The DRZ community is huge and very helpful. Honestly, if you get the 3x3 air box mod and the jet kit mod you probably won't notice a huge difference in power. One other thing is the DRZ has a different power curve than the DR which could take some getting used to. It has a shorter stroke length which means the engine will run at higher RPMs to get the same torque and power than the DR.

[@dougiequick1]

It SO deserves a SIXTH gear! How in the world did Suzuki screw that up SO bad?? The DR350 ORIGINAL bike it was derived from had a 6 speed for petes sake!! BLUNDER!

[@sailingaeolus]

Shakespeare could not have put it better.

[@user-qe3fh9lw5y]

I bought this as my first bike (2019). Its the best thing I ever did. I take it huntin, have my rifle mounted on it, dropped it a couple time, changed the oil(so easy), ride it to work, and take corners on the weekends lol. I love the versatility, its literally awesome.

[@grumpysquid]

How is this bike for beginners on 100% tarmac? Will not see-off road action.

[@user-qe3fh9lw5y]

@@grumpysquid hey man sorry i missed this reply. Id say go with the DRZ400SM model vs the S. If your just using on tarmac you dont need the knobbies, there is also a better gear ratio for road ridin on the SM model.

[@ryannafe9252]

Just bought a DR-Z400SM as my first bike. I’m 6’2” and the seat height and other ergonomics were much better than the small sport bikes, I like the dirt bike frame and suspension, and have no reason to ride on roads over a 55mph limit anyway. Much more fun in and around town than a bigger sport bike.

[@suchasreallife]

How do you like the 5 speed for highway use im looking into one for my first bike

[@ryannafe9252]

For cruising at up to 70 mph, it’s enough. But for cruising at 75+, especially for hours and hours, I would prefer a 6th gear. If you’re doing a lot of highway commuting, I’d get a different bike. If you’re only doing a little highway, just a few sprints here and there, you’ll be fine with the DR-Z400

[@deborahchesser7375]

The old school feel and solidness is exactly what I’m looking for, I can’t wait until summer. It’ll flick plenty good enough to suit me.

[@franklusic2954]

I purchased a 2002 DRZ400 about 4 months ago after some of my friends started getting into dual sport riding. I am 63 years old, I have ridden motorcycles since I was 16, I took about 20 years off of the dirt bikes until I bought the DRZ. I used to ride and race dirt bikes, When I purchased the DRZ I was not expecting much out of the bike. I just wanted to see if I could still ride off road and if I still liked it doing it without spending a lot of money. At first I was not that impressed, it was just a dual sport bike but the more time in the saddle the more impressed I am with the bike. I just rode my friends 2020 Husqvarna FE350 and to tell you the truth I liked the DRZ better. Yes the suspension was better on the FE but the DRZ had better power and just felt better all around, To tell you the truth I was hesitant to ride the FE, I knew that if I really liked it I would buy one and I didn't want to spend $13,000. A drag race on the street my DRZ will beat the FE by 30ft from zero to 70 MPH. the low end torques is a lot better too, so bottom line I see no reason spend the money on a newer bike , Thanks for listening, stay safe and have fun

[@harryschoenauer482]

I have and used extensively my big German adventure bike and just recently added the DRZ as a second bike option because I'm tired of dragging a battleship through the mud. So far (70 miles) the DRZ has everything you need, but the battleship everything you want.

[@borisvolynov992]

My DRZ400SM was probably my favorite bike that I've ever owned. I rode it DAILY for about 5 years. I even rode it from Biloxi, MS to Nashville, TN, which was a bit of a chore, but that little bike handled it just fine. It did kind of suck riding such a lightweight bike on the highway, though, it got blown all over the road every time a truck passed me. It was perfect for around town duty, and I even took it down some fire trails (it slid all over with those street tires, but it was still a blast). I don't think I've ever owned a bike that got nearly as many smiles per gallon.

[@PInk77W1]

I remember my brother taking me hunting while riding a CB450 twin at ten mph across the prairie with me on the back with my .22 at the age of 12-13. 1974 was great

[@troyhill1924]

Hey I commute on a cb450 from 73 👍

[@211kingcha]

ive had 5 DRZ-400e since they first come out, rock solid choice. ive modded them up, done road trips, MX tracked you name it ive done it on a DRZ. ive done more kms on my DRZ than my super sport and cruiser combined and theyve never let me down.

[@superwilcox9026]

2000 Drz400Y. Kickstart only. Lowest weight of the drzs. Much better power than the sm or s

[@211kingcha]

@@superwilcox9026 the most common one sold in Australia is the E, which here is road legal. so plenty of power to start out with. in saying that i modded mine a lot, suspension, brakes, cams, pistons, the list goes on, 60hp. and its easy and cheap to do it. about $8k new bike chuck another $4k at it, $12k total and i could keep up with or even beat in most cases any of the 450s out there. plus i had a bigger fuel tank and much better reliability. 450s like WR450 are road legeal here too, cost about $13-$14k stock.

[@grumpysquid]

How is this bike for beginners on 100% tarmac? Will not see-off road action.

[@211kingcha]

@@grumpysquid great on raod as well, i had one for 2 years with no car. did everything on it. i lived on my DRZ, road to work, then a ride through the hills on tarmac then hit trails on the week end. this bike can do it all.

[@clancyslater9245]

My dad bought a drz 400 when I was 8 years old when he got it I couldn’t see over the engine. He still owns it today and it was the bike I learned to dank wheelies on and is now teaching my brother the ways of power and speed.

[@clancyslater9245]

MassCityMadman good question the dankedness of a wheelie comes from the distance, angle and speed of the wheelie the more angel speed and distance of the wheelie the more dankness

[@Icutmetal]

@MassCityMadman I think shit like that depends on what generation you were born in.

[@chip6954]

LOVE my DRZ, unofficial state bike here in Colorado, LOL...my favorite thing is it’s 2 bikes in 1. I bought an SM new and before I took delivery, bought a set of 18/21 aluminum dirt bike rims from eBay, got another set of SM spec rotors, and a set of knobbys, allowing me to change my DRZ from an SM to a trail bike in a simple 20 minute wheel swap and a few clicks of the fully adjustable suspension: the aftermarket support is HUGE. I agree this is an awesome 2d bike, it is for me, but would be a great primary bike too with the versatility mentioned. I also have a 1200GS for riding on the super slab and longer days on the pavement but Its probably 50/50 of riding time between the two - complete blast! The only knock for me is that I absolutely hate dialing in carbs, especially here where altitudes can vary so much during the course of a single day’s ride.

[@shadebike1594]

Hey would you think I’d be a good first bike

[@allentumminello2343]

I’m 60 yrs old, could have bought any bike I wanted. Bought a 2019 Drz400sm. These bikes can do it all, all day long Put chino 705 tires on it and a Sargent s seat. Plenty of parts / accessories available. Bike is reasonably priced, dependable and reliable. Best retirement gift I could have bought myself. Wonder why it been around so long. If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Thou, EFI, & a 6th gear would be nice

[@GrtSatan]

Feel the same way about my 2011 KLR 650. Love it in spite of the small fortune I had to spend remedying its piss poor brakes and suspension. EFI and an extra cog would be ideal.

[@ezvue]

Very interesting. I’m 59 & buying my first street legal bike. Fair bit of off-road experience. Expecting 50/50 on/off road. Thought I had it boiled down to the SM. But dealer says I’d kill myself cuz tires are street bike tires. But with the tires you swapped to, will it do gravel & hard pack trails? Or do I need to buy the S model instead of the SM? Live in a twisty road mountain area so was aiming for SM, but I also want to hit logging roads, hard pack dry trails, too.

[@grumpysquid]

How is this bike for beginners on 100% tarmac? Will not see-off road action.

[@garetc7706]

Quick question why buy a sm model instead of the offroad one?

[@grumpysquid]

GaretC main reason is for mostly street use. The SM model differs also in that it is a tad lower in height and the gearing may be tuned for its specific function.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

For the record I've got 1,769,515 views with a primarily DRZ channel as of this very moment. The DRZ for me is the perfect dual sport. I'm tall, over weight and not in particularly great shape. My DRZ has taken me straight up 14,000 ft mountains in Colorado in some of the gnarlyest conditions imaginable. It's taken me on several hundred road mile trips and never once complained. Is it perfect? No. Is it the most fun I've ever had on a vehicle to date? Hell yeah. It starts every time I ask it to and it takes punishment better then any motorcycle I've ever seen. As long as I change her oil, keep her air filter semi clean and tires inflated the thing just goes. I love my DRZ and I'm planning on taking it to my grave with me. Oh, and it'll still turn right over when the next civilization digs me up.

[@lensperspective9753]

ColoradoDualSport Can it handle highways long distance? Thinking about going to Nv to Utah on it. Would i need to so anything roundtrip or just fluids?

[@ColoradoDualSport]

@@lensperspective9753 you could ride it around the world if your butt can handle it lol! I would check the oil occasionally on a trip like that, but the DRZ isn't known to burn oil.

[@lensperspective9753]

ColoradoDualSport Thank you for your time and consideration, im not one to complain about comfort, so that should do me fine, ill put a pelt on the seat

[@royjmcc7]

CDS, so glad to hear you’re still out there loving the DRZ! I too love this machine!

[@ColoradoDualSport]

@@royjmcc7 Thanks man!

[@Taika_talvi]

I just bought one last year as a secondary bike to my Honda Hornet 900. I love my Honda but the DRZ is just so much fun....

[@mikezacharyyt]

It was my second bike, after the 72 Honda CL100 and since the FJ-09. Taken it on multiple trips, road and dirt, and never has let me down. It just doesn't stop. Nice job!

[@scottbradley4068]

Key Takeaways from an S model rider in Colorado. With a few minor mods the bike is actually incredibly capable of extended highway riding! With the 3x3 mod, JD jetting, and Yoshi RS-2 full exhaust system it will cruise at 70mph without working hard or vibrating like a paint shaker. It even has a shocking amount of overtaking power in 5th gear at that speed! Also I didnt have the same issue with braking as Yammie did. Even though my modern bike is a BMW GS with Brembos, the DRZ still has pretty decent stopping power.

[@Bikes0420]

I agree I just bought a 2020 with those exact modifications and 65 to 70 mph doesn’t seem like it’s pushing the bike too much in that fifth gear.. fairly quiet

[@ericcharles8669]

The Drz puts a smile on my face every time I ride it! It actually is my second bike purchase. My first being the Klr 650 a good all around bike. It just can't go deep in the rough and that's where I have the most fun. For longer comfortable rides I take the Klr. For big grins I take the Drz. Both are old school and easy to work on and the a big plus!

[@connorblair6438]

I have a klr and I was looking at a drz for this exact reason, this comment made up my mind, thanks :)

[@BadWolf2291]

KLR 650, first bike and current. I was so torn between the DRZ and the KLR, but have a Kawasaki shop in town so I went with the KLR because of the local shop support. I really think this class of bike is an OUTSTANDING start for any beginning rider. Get something rugged and simple, that you can learn the ins and outs on without breaking the bank. Edit: I'm also trapped in the Midwest, so not a ton of city driving, I can see how that would have a pretty sizable affect on your choice of bike. I wasn't a mechanical person, I'm an IT tech, but having the KLR has given me an excellent hobby to get away from technology. I'm still nowhere near an expert, but I now have such a huge drive to learn more as mechanical ability is completely lacking in my friend/work groups. I'm now the go-to for my friends to check out their cars/trucks for problems before they head off to the shop. This is a huge point of pride, and I never would have gotten my hands dirty without my KLR. Thank you for this vid, outstanding content as usual.

[@Hedrix01]

Yeah, the KLRs are really cool bikes, and so reliable and indestructible they could probably survive a nuclear strike and still run.

[@Belindaxtz660]

Looking at smaller dual sport motorcycles right now and your vid popped up in my playlist...👍 VERY REFRESHING HAVING A CLASSICAL BACKING TRACK TO YOUR VID!👍🤙😉😎

[@terrycremer9217]

I out 21", 18" dirt wheels on my DRZ400sm and soften the suspension and it's awesome in the dirt, put the 17" slicks back on which takes 1/2 an hour and rip the twisty roads up.. love it.

[@bretaker5592]

I love my DRZ400S. During this Covid 19 pandemic my 20-year-old son came home and started using it so I upgraded to a KTM EXC-f 500 - awsome bike, but when I get tired, I make my son switch off (which he doesn't mind one bit!) and I ride the "couch" home.

[@steveobauer3549]

I just picked up me up one this weekend ,love it. My motocross helmet was not fun over 70mph.

[@chip6954]

Steveo Bauer I have to take a bit of freeway to get to some areas to trail ride and I quickly put the motocross lid away in favor of an adv helmet with a removable peak because it was so damn brutal 🤣

[@Jdan0114]

Take the visor off your motocross helmet and you’ll be fine at high speeds

[@nctexan1970]

Thank you for a great post! New to your channel and glad it popped up in my feed. I have been watching DZ and WR vids because I am in the market for the “second” bike. I have owned all types and now have a daily ride touring bike...now for a weekend in the mountains in bike. Also, being a Native Austin guy surviving in DC, it is great to see my old running grounds in your videos. Cheers!

[@stoneyjdw]

I own a ‘91 DR350 and a ‘94 DR250. The feeling you get riding these bikes brings me back to the first bike I learned to ride, a 1977 Kawasaki ke175. Riding theses bikes is like hopping in a time machine and having fun like s kid again.

[@supersteve7302]

Yammie, I would really love to see you test ride a big Harley like a road king or a street/road glide and hear your impressions. I think it would be a lot of fun.

[@Rogdog692002]

Rode all over Vietnam, me on a Honda XR400 and my friend on a DRZ. The DRZ (and the Honda) were reliable, soaked up the crappy roads, dirt and the occasional chicken... whatever you throw at it. Great bike.

[@carflipz1919]

Just went to the dealership yesterday for my birthday and bought a 2020 Suzuki dr-z400s. I am taking the plunge into dual sport camping and I am so excited to finally start living life.

[@kymstock1852]

I have the E model. it is way better than the S model, but still needs firmer suspension. I added an ACT wide ratio gear set and a 30L Safari tank plus a small wind screen. It is a very competent Adventure mount , even when things get tough.

[@williamcb78]

New subscriber dude , keep up the cracking videos !! 🤙🏻

[@gaittr]

I own one (400s) and love it. My favorite bike of my entire lifetime. It's only drawback is the engine is screaming at 55 miles an hour. It needs a 6th Gear. I changed out my sprockets to fix this and I still have plenty of torque to carry my 250 lb tail up pretty steep dirt. I put some Kenda 80 20s on the front and rear and does great on the street and still does very well with dirt and rock.

[@mjl8115]

screaming at 55? try to ride 75 :)

[@thisstupid757]

My second bike was a 1972 XL250 still ripped trails and wheelies with ease. Having a second trail bike that can easily be throw in back of a truck is awesome

[@philliprobinson3059]

The DRZ is a can do will do everything motorcycle. Bought mine as a Supermoto. Add warp 9 wheels and a good set of duel purpose tires to the mix and it you just can't beat it. For around town the Supermoto surpasses my R1 for nimbleness and comfortably, providing you have a good aftermarket seat. I added one from seat concepts. Good video Mr. Yammie!

[@francescomorini1390]

DRZ is simply immortal...I am the third owner of my SM which has 100,000 km on the dashboard and I only changed one piston when it had 70,000 km

[@maxpower6188]

Grande! Spero di arrivarci pure io col DRZ che sto per comprare 😂

[@francescomorini1390]

@@maxpower6188 Daje! Se sei in cerca il mio è in vendita

[@rsdeol101]

Buying my first motorcycle 🏍 and falling in love with the drz400sm

[@allentumminello2343]

Have a 2019 Drz400sm, replaced the tires with Shinko 705. This is a 70/30 tires for all my off road adventures. Best decision I made outside replacing the sear

[@southjerseytrailriding4155]

After a few months of research what did for me was how reliable and affordable the bike was👍🏻. I ride with the KTM’S and Honda’s (which are awesome bikes) and I still have as much fun.

[@dr.billygoat9666]

I have a DRZ400 and she’s 20 years old and still runs.

[@wolfofrose3199]

I just bought one thats 19 and she's like new

[@yamahasuperbike2202]

It's funny how your tastes in motorcycles change when you get older. Never ever considered a dual sport. GSXR 600 to 750 to DR650. It's not so bad growing older....

[@kdwithgoodhair5451]

R6 , R1, now looking at this 😂

[@jonomasonILoveU]

I bought a brand new DR400 in New Zealand 40 yrs ago for $2200.oo. Air cooled, steel tank, kick start wheelie monster, loved it.

[@jeremypetro1084]

I paid $4,489.00 for a 2001 drz400 a few scratches and plastic sun fade its perfect. Dropped it 2" and I truly love everything about this! Nothing but love and respect from Brookfield Connecticut for you and your family brother!

[@SoggyOatmeaI]

15:43 FINALLY he says something we all care about in this video

[@theguycalledturbo]

10:09 Oye! Sardarji what a wheelie!!

[@ThatsMyBass614]

I ride a 91 dr350s. It was made before I was born and never skips a beat. It is my first bike and I love it 👍

[@jacobr3927]

I myself own a 2019 drz400s and love the bike. It's got more than enough power and torque even straight from the factory. I'm 185 and my gf around 140 and we had no trouble what so ever taking out on single track enduro trails with scrambles and loose terrain. Not to mention it easily keeping up on the highway with the both of us on it. Great all around on and off road bike no matter what skill level of rider you are. HIGHLY recommend👍

[@crfmax7073]

I would love a new drz400 but cannot get one in england so i went out and got myself a honda crf 250l put the yoshimura rs 4 on it and love it . Its got 8300 miles on it now and will do 85mph and i find it as mutch fun as my mt 09 yam ...

[@BioVisier]

DRZ owner here. Best bike I've ever had, and I'll have it for life.

[@chip6954]

John Visier Yep, my primary bike will go way before my DRZ ever will - it stays put 👍

[@waltz9230]

Do you think I should get the SM or the E model? I wanna have a bike that can do it all, not sure I’ll do A LOT of off-road but I definitely want to be able to whenever I get the chance.

[@oscararanda8960]

Good mileage?

[@joshtowe95]

Getting a 2017 soon as my first bike! Going to pick it up in 2 weeks. Cant wait

[@brickrok2408]

I have an 06 DRZ400e and it’s a beast! Ic could tow a trailer up a rutted hill and smile while doing it! Love it

[@angelagaul2221]

I think it looks dope thanks for the video and I plan on getting one when I get order

[@alexanderhouse9169]

Yammie Noob: cracks joke about KTM's alphabet soup. Me working for Harley-Davidson: 😶

[@brettgast]

I've absolutely thrashed on my DRZ400SM for the last 7 years. It's the only bike that's remained in my revolving cycle of motorcycles.

[@slspg]

I’m 40 years old, been riding bikes since I was 12 and I just bought a 2020 DRZ400SM. Never enjoyed big heavy motorbikes. I like agile and nimble. Beside , it’s more fun to drive a slow bike fast than a fast bike slow!! Great review.

[@702motocrisis6]

I think the biggest thing you missed is how many after market parts are available, you can turn the DRZ into whatever you want! I bought a used 06 to ride in the desert, I've beat the hell out it. Upgraded the motor to a 470cc, upgraded the suspension, and turned it into a lightweight adventure bike. I'm probably 90-10 dirt, but I can take it on any where a jeep can go in a national park because it has a plate. I ride with guys with KTM's and Betas, I bring up the rear, but make it down the same trails. It's easy to work on, and the forums are full of info to help. I give it 5 stars for all around workhorse.

[@juanbugatti490]

You are slowly pulling me into the motorcycle-hole! I’m selling all my cars and going daily motorcycle rider -ish.

[@JCook-dx5pf]

Don't go slow and don't fight it. Bike Life is so worth it!!

[@Kalezian]

I was thinking of doing this, but keep some form of car, preferably a truck if you have it, for getting groceries or in the worst case scenario, something to tow your bike when it goes down. I was going to get rid of my truck but you cant exactly load a 800 lbs round bale of hay on the back of a motorcycle. but it's still nice to know that if I were to sell my truck right now, I'd be able to get four motorcycles out of it.

[@juanbugatti490]

Jason Cook Haha, Europe and the slow license procedures. Got my theoretical exam done, but due to the ‘winter stop’ I need to wait until April for the mandatory 9hours practical skill lessons. That’s the only reason it’s going slow 😂😂 I want to ride a bike on the streets, now! (Legal of course 😬)

[@juanbugatti490]

Kalezian I got 3 cars at the moment and I’m keeping just 1 for when I go somewhere with the wife and/or the dog, or like you said groceries. A 800lbs bale of hay on a motorcycle will be hard. At least you should try once 😂 Not sure where you live, but where I live winters can be cold and/or very wet, so a car for the snowy or extreme windy/rainy days is almost a must. Even if you live in warmer climate indeed a car can be handy for many things.

[@JCook-dx5pf]

@@juanbugatti490 trust me, I know crappy winters. Optimistic Canadian riding season is 4-6 months. With heated gear, grips and snow tires, some can stretch that to 8 months, but those are the few and the proud

[@Bang-um4mf]

damn I thought 7000 miles on my 15 drz was a lot!! I got it up to 105mph, almost stock, it is just piped and jetted with a k&n air filter no gears... yet

[@deborahchesser7375]

Got an 85’ XR350 in the stable, damn good bike as a dual sport. I admit carbs are becoming a lost art but once you’ve rebuilt one it’s no sweat. The XR400 is great to D/S too, I’ve seen those built to desert spec and they are beasts.

[@kevinruppert7665]

I have a DR650. After watching this video...I desperately want a DRZ400. By the way...probably one of the best narrated videos I've ever seen. Very articulate and informative....no extra fluff.

[@kristenwood3810]

I bought a 2016 DRZ for my first motorcycle!

[@GooseBurt]

K

[@loveamerica3426]

How was dealing with th 320lb weight? It's sorta heavy for me I weigh 145lbs and am 6'1. I like it so far, only rode it 5 times (got it last week) but it is way heavier than my crf230m which I sold... but a lot faster! I want to let my girlfriend have a try but she's not very strong and she weights like 115lbs... she has ridden a grom and a crf230m I wonder if she can handle the weight?

[@kristenwood3810]

Love America I’m good with it so far. I can lift it up when it tips over so that’s the most important aspect I guess. I’m sure riding a lighter bike would be a lot more comfortable.

[@sdqsdq6274]

when the first wheelie ?

[@rickthompson1422]

....yer a keeper Kristen.......

[@JCook-dx5pf]

10:10 : "Tractor Factor". The absolute BEST colloquialism for torque I think I've ever heard! Thank you, Yammie: I needed that

[@neelchat594]

it has been around, that term.

[@CheapskateMotorsports]

A dyno graph should be called a *Yeet Sheet* change my mind

[@SkateTutor]

Owned a few of these great bikes. Awesome as a daily ride or trail bike. Also had the SM version which was fun.

[@jsf11fra]

I love my 2017 drz400sm. It definitely isn’t ugly. Just gotta mod her a little and she looks way better.

[@Fredricksen390]

men I used to hate this kind of bikes. Years later after reading a bit about the KLR.. i was like these bikes make sense.

[@Redmenace96]

9:30 Off road, "it will do more than I am capable of" I wish more riders would confront that fact. (I'm looking at you 1200GS owners)

[@hemisuperzee1287]

Those pigs are a joke, a goldwing with semi- knobby tires LOL.

[@Redmenace96]

@@hemisuperzee1287 But the riders "feel" like they are off-road. ha,ha!

[@hemisuperzee1287]

@@Redmenace96 Just like new Jeep owners in the burbs. Never even see gravel.

[@Redmenace96]

@@hemisuperzee1287 Yep.

[@devinheinle6483]

I love my DRZ400 k4. So simple. No electric start, just a basic headlight, tail light, and some good tires for all around riding. Damn thing was built when I was still in Jr High and fires up in 3 kicks or less every time.

[@606curvekillas7]

This is my dream bike I have wanted a drZ since I was 16 now I’m 41 and the only bike I have is a Apollo db36 supermoto maybe one day before I die I’ll be able to win one or even buy one great videos brother keep them coming love them all 🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@KS-id2ld]

Quick update, I've been up sand hills, on brutally rocky trails and my DRZ has stood up to the challenge. Great bike to get where you need to go...and to the naysayers mine will beat a YZ 250 for top speed all day. So say what you want the DRZ 400 is a great bike.

[@jamesmcatamney9265]

I have the E model,lighter and quicker than the S,love it

[@take5th]

2015 Drz400s. I’ve has motocross bikes, UJMs, cafe racer, Harley Davidson, and a DRZ400. I found it too high, too soft, too awkward. Then I did the 3x3 mod, enter pegs, bars, 1” risers, and rode and practiced for a year. I take it off road, sometimes into sand, and feel more comfortable on this bike every minute. Makes me into a 63 yr old hooligan, pulling wheelies for the school buses and buzzing loudly through town. Pure fun.

[@devinthedude5784]

Best Dr video out there yet and believe me I've seen them all

[@FroggyCrimes]

I want that drz400 more than any of the others lol

[@JRClaybrook1]

DRZ400 makes a great lightweight adventure bike! It does require essential mods to do it though.

[@grumpysquid]

Like what mods would you do first?

[@daddydoodoo9089]

I loved my drz..a few simple mods and you have yourself a nice peppy machine.

[@Wheelo40]

Thanks for the great piece on the DRZ. You really have me thinking. I love forest roads and currently use my Caponord Rally which is a fantastic tourer, but way too heavy for anything but hard packed, well maintained dirt roads. If I added a DRZ, I’d just trailer out to the dirt roads and have the perfect mount. Hmmmmm...🧐

[@free-range-humanproject7212]

I love my DRZ I bought it about six months ago and have put 8k miles on it

[@grumpysquid]

How is this bike for beginners on 100% tarmac? Will not see-off road action.

[@Shitt3r6968]

I disagree, I love the look of dual sports

[@reptilesgamers00]

From a honest drz owner... Why do you want this bike? If your looking for your first motorcycle, get the SM. It's great beginner bike. That's what I did. If you want a DRZ to experience the "dual sport life" Dirt and road, get the S model. It's a lot of fun. IMHO If you live in flat wet areas I'd look at wr250r first. DRZ is better for rocky inclines. If you want a dirt bike, I'd honestly recommend getting a standalone dirtbike like a Yamaha than getting an E model.... If you want a dirt bike to convert to street legal, SM or duel sport, your going to love the E model. (Far more super than the "SM" trim.) If you want to experience a "super moto", the DRZ SM isn't very super. It's the most popular trim of the DRZ yet dare I say it's lacking. Not as violent as a supper moto should be at least. Buy a husq, KTM, dirt bike conversion for a true SM exp. Mods are neat but won't drive the bike past a modern SM. I guess it's possible, but your spending so much why not get something fast(er), lighter + better resale? Even if you don't like their expensive price tag and maintenance, keep in mind they hold their value better than a new modded DRZ. You can ride for two summers than sell it and there's nothing wrong with that. The purpose of spending money is to buy experiences that make good memories, NOT collect stuff cause "why not". Buy a bike used at 7K sell in two years for 6,690. $310 for 2 year experience owning a beast of bike hmmm sound worth to me. Far better than renting. The drz is a great bike. That being said... I do feel like their slightly over hyped. Look at all your option before spending your hard earned money.

[@Liberty4Ever]

I had a DR350 in the mid 90s that was my daily driver. I bought it thinking I'd do some adventure riding and moto camping, but life intervened and I only used it as my urban assault bike. I loved hitting speed bumps at 55 MPH. Duh dut. Always made me smile. I just bought a BWM G310GS, again with adventure riding aspirations, though scaled back to dominished old man standards. The new DR bikes look nice. I might have bought one if Suzuki had updated it with EFI instead of the Mizuni carb, and a much larger fuel tank would be great. I always want a larger fuel tank. So far, the baby GS is great and I think it's just what I need.

[@RM-wk7cl]

Is a ktm 690 enduro r not dual sport?

[@triciaflanagan5668]

8:59 holy crap that looks like fooligan

[@michaelflanagan4746]

Great name

[@vonncedricescodero2631]

What's up papa yam! A squidlet from Philippines here! Keep grabbin those throttle for us! We love you!

[@chrisfitzsimons7747]

I had a 2006 drz400sm, brilliant bike. I toured France, Italy and Ireland on it... Super fun bike.

[@skomantaszavadskis3745]

I love the DRZ400. I mean, is there a better dual sport than the DRZ? I don't think so. LOVE IT!

[@Chrispbacon99]

Lol. There is way better.

[@legacyslegacy]

@@Chrispbacon99 yep the dr800😂

[@MoteofVolition]

"Best 2nd bike to purchase" Was the first bike I bought🤔

[@rsghst7073]

Is it good for a first bike

[@gamerguy2746]

RS Ghøst if you’ve rode dirtbikes, its a hreat bike.. if not, i’d suggest a Ninja 400 or 650

[@MoteofVolition]

@@gamerguy2746 I did ok fresh on the road with my 400E. Goes hard wherever its pointed, dirt or road. Easy to maintain as well.

[@wolfofrose3199]

Same

[@JTMP12]

I’ve had my 2003 Kawasaki KLX400R which is essentially a green DRZ400E since new. I absolutely love it.

[@hooplaw1]

A really helpful video! Thanks.

[@fzj8022]

You should do a video on the TW200

[@Daniel-oy4gu]

Yes they totally need to

[@The_sinner_Jim_Whitney]

Hear, HEAR! I love my TWs, they're just so simple and functional and easy to ride, and they'll effortlessly go absolutely anywhere (with a couple much-needed suspension upgrades), plus they're small and light enough to fit almost anywhere (mine live on my screened-in porch) and be towed by any vehicle on a lightweight trailer. Greatest starter bike in history as long as you don't want to ride on the interstate, which no beginner should do anyway, and I still love to ride them despite being pretty far from being a beginner. I have two. One's a fairly stock one with just jets, modded airbox, and an auto clutch that serves as a loaner/girlfriend bike. Mine has intake, jets, a cam, exhaust, pretty much all the useful ProCycle stuff (suspension, brakes, etc.), a Clarke XT350 tank, a Cyclerack, ATV fatbar on risers, and a bigger countershaft and smaller rear sprocket. It'll do about 75, but you wouldn't want to. That makes it quite comfortable at 55, though, so a long trip on 2-lane highway is totally doable. I also have a CB500X with all the Rally Raid stuff on it, and a KTM 390 Duke. My TW sees far and away the most riding time, and in fact I'll probably sell my CB pretty soon. They're just awesome in a way nothing else really is.

[@IrnMaiden304]

Haven't ridden one, but I heard they go anywhere like a mountain goat

[@alexs555]

Second that! Almost everything said about DRZ in the video applies to my TW-225. Old tech, just works, crap brakes, tons of fun!

[@tylerchaney1533]

Its just an old school XT200 with fatter tires....XT or TW highly recommend!!!

[@fluffycat087]

I have an SM mutated into an ADV. Big wheels, big tank, BB kit etc and it's a pity Suzuki did not put a six speed gearbox on it. That is all it needs. It is the only thing holding it back.

[@southernitaliano7ify]

Proud owner of a 2014 sm model for approx 4 years and 9000 miles.. I swopped out the smaller rims for S model rims and tires. I ride 70-30 dirt. I love this bike and drove many different bikes and still love it. Cant break it. Ive tried lol. Also installed flat slide carb from TT and full yoshi exhaust. Keeps up with all the newer bigger cc bikes on the trails. Its so heavy but IMO makes it very forgiving to drive.

[@Unlucky13_s]

Rock a 1986 XL250R everyday. I got nice duo tires on it and it’s honestly my favorite bike, good on gas. Plenty of torque, red white and blue. Can’t beat it.

[@papimiami1938]

YES SIR , the xl & xr series from the 1980s are the best ... First bike was a 1982 xl 80 and currently have a 1986 xr 600. best bikes are bikes like yours

[@MattPerry]

I disagree, I love the look of dual sports, trail, and motocross bikes, much more than the others bikes.

[@David-or4ji]

After a series of motorcycles i have had the most fun on my 2018 DRZ400SM of any bike. By series of bikes i mean i've owned: 2003 Hayabusa, 2004 Yamaha Vstar650, 2015 Suzuki GSXR 600, 2001 Ninja 250, 1979 Honda CB 750, 2005 Suzuki Katana 750, 2009 Suzuki GS650. Never getting rid of my Dr.Zed

[@Spartansrule118]

Still liking it?

[@AlexBarclayCalifornia]

I got a 87 Yamaha XT350 when I was 13 which became my first street bike when I was 18. I've owned cruisers and sport bikes since then, but I still own the XT.

[@MCLifeAus]

Great review! Can’t go wrong with a DRZ!

[@CritikillACClaimed]

I'm calling it right now, this is the beginning of Yammie's offroad glory days.

[@Chrispbacon99]

Lol

[@leithmcfarlane1138]

Just quietly, I bought and Australian DRZ400E new in 2012, it's now got 80,000 km on it and Just had the first mechanical issue of it's life ever. Which was only a toasted stator. Apart from routine maintenance and a couple of comfort mods, never had a spanner on the old girl. Tractor factor for the win 👌😅

[@Mnstr748]

Haha, nice vid, your garage is a bit like mine. Modified 2011 Hayabusa, Ducati Monster 750 custom, Cb300F, 2017 Grom, and of course DRZ400E which gets prime off road time! Great work, keep it up 😎👌

[@Darsting]

DRZ400 is a great base bike. Actually the USD fork SM with offroad tires looks awesome.