Drz400 Thread

[honcho]

Originally Posted by benharper

I'm looking for a good Used DRZ currently, I actually wanted a KTM 990 adventure...but some of you understand that a small goal has to be set an accheived before a dream can be had. Therefore I'm gonna try and settle for a dual purpose Suzuki DRZ 400 until then.
I've owned a DR 400 (about an 88 model) in the past and absolutely loved it. It gave me many years of great service without many mods at all. Therefore why I DO NOT hesitate to come back to a suzuki DR!
Hopefully I can find something local in my price range, or save up enough to get me a really good used one that someone is selling.
Until then please, post all your info...pro's/con's etc...and thanks for this thread.
Ben Harper

this is kind of in your 'hood:

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=231313

[benharper]

thanks...I'll check it out.

Who is the best source for modified parts, pipes, mufflers, air filters, sprockets, tires etc...is there on source that basically has it all? What size tires would you put if you were trying to Motard a DRZ 400?

I'll be selling my mustang parts over the next two to three weeks and whatever I get from those sales will be what I have to spend.
thanks
Ben Harper

[ThumperDRZ]

Go to the DRZ forum at www.thumpertalk.com and search and ask. Any mod that can be done to a DRZ has been done there in one form or another. Best DRZ forum around IMO.

BTW,I buy a lot of my maintenance stuff at www.rockymountainatv.com

Airfilters, clutch cables, etc.

Motard is 17"....there's probably a set for sale in the Thumpertalk classifieds or soon will be.

[Britmick]

Originally Posted by Bear on a bicycle

Funny you ask, I'm about to order the Unabikers. They seem to be very popular on TT. It's hard to tell from the pictures, but they look fairly strong & cover the entire radiator. Good luck either way!

l've done some reading up on the 2 guards(Unabiker & Flatland)& it seems the Unabiker is the better of the 2,but a real bitch to fit!!!!
Now it took me 2&1/2hrs to fit the Flatland(biggest problem was remounting the horn!),so if you do get the Unabiker model,stay home Friday night,no beer,early to bed,& dedicate the whole of Saturday to fitting it,& then you've still got Sunday if you mess up!


Good luck Bear,Mick.

[ThumperDRZ]

I have Unabikers and it wasn't that bad. Just do not tighten anything up until all bolts are started. I installed mine on a Saturday morning. If I remember correctly, I had one problem with the right hand upper bolt rubbing a line but I put some adhesive fuzzy velcro down on that part. I also had to wallow out the holes where the plastic radiator shrouds lower screws go in but the dremel took care of that quickly too.

Originally Posted by vegasmick

l've done some reading up on the 2 guards(Unabiker & Flatland)& it seems the Unabiker is the better of the 2,but a real bitch to fit!!!!
Now it took me 2&1/2hrs to fit the Flatland(biggest problem was remounting the horn!),so if you do get the Unabiker model,stay home Friday night,no beer,early to bed,& dedicate the whole of Saturday to fitting it,& then you've still got Sunday if you mess up!


Good luck Bear,Mick.

[Bear on a bicycle]

Originally Posted by vegasmick

l've done some reading up on the 2 guards(Unabiker & Flatland)& it seems the Unabiker is the better of the 2,but a real bitch to fit!!!!
Now it took me 2&1/2hrs to fit the Flatland(biggest problem was remounting the horn!),so if you do get the Unabiker model,stay home Friday night,no beer,early to bed,& dedicate the whole of Saturday to fitting it,& then you've still got Sunday if you mess up!


Good luck Bear,Mick.

Thanks! I'll be sure to set aside a day. I really don't mind working on the bike as long as I'm adding improvements & not having to fix something broken!

[Stillupright]

I'm changing to TKC80s on my DRZ. Any good suggestions on what pressure to run for overall use, that is, road and trail

[Ladder106]

I'm using the Contis on my AfricaAlp (modded Transalp). Running 28 front 33 rear. I've aired down in the dirt but it doesn't seem to have too much affect unless its real muddy.

The Contis have a fairly soft sidewall (you'll find that when you mount them) and are great on pavement too. If it's rocky where you ride, I'd start higher and air down slowly so you don't ding a rim. Im using Pirellis on my DRZ and the Alp is a bit heavier....hopefully the comments will help.

Ray

[Bear on a bicycle]

I installed a pair of IMS pro series foot pegs today. They're almost twice as wide as the stockers. Makes a nice platform to stand on. They seem to be really good quality.

So if any of you guys are looking for a little bit more stability in the "what the hell am I standing on" department, these are a good option!


http://www.thumpertalk.com/forum/gar...wmod&mid=47936

[Bear on a bicycle]

Originally Posted by vegasmick

l've done some reading up on the 2 guards(Unabiker & Flatland)& it seems the Unabiker is the better of the 2,but a real bitch to fit!!!!
Now it took me 2&1/2hrs to fit the Flatland(biggest problem was remounting the horn!),so if you do get the Unabiker model,stay home Friday night,no beer,early to bed,& dedicate the whole of Saturday to fitting it,& then you've still got Sunday if you mess up!


Good luck Bear,Mick.

Hey Mick, I installed my unabikers today. It took me about 2 1/2 hours or so. I had to re-tap a couple of threads on the support rods, but over all, not to bad a job. I bought the nice, shiny red ones.

[Just Plain Bill]

Originally Posted by massrider

the best bang for the buck is the 3x3 and rejet, it really wakes the 400 up and then change to 14/47 gearing which is much better for off road but will still let you cruise at 65mph. protection and tires are the next step for any off road adventures.
the DRZ is the best (most fun) bike I've owned, it will do anything but it is not great at anything

[IMG][/IMG]

What kind of seat is that massrider? It almost appears (dare I say it?) comfortable. At least it appears wider and that's a step in the right direction. So far, the seat has been my only real complaint about my DRZ-E and I'm working on a fix for it.

[Green Hornet]

Go Green! My therapy.....

[Britmick]

Originally Posted by Bear on a bicycle

Hey Mick, I installed my unabikers today. It took me about 2 1/2 hours or so. I had to re-tap a couple of threads on the support rods, but over all, not to bad a job. I bought the nice, shiny red ones.

http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g3...abikers035.jpg

nice job Bear!!

Only 2&1/2hrs,you musta been a mechanic in a previous life dude!


have you got your own "garage" page in the Thumpertalk forums?

Mine is http://thumpertalk.com/forum/garage....hicle&vid=9868 BUT,you might only get to view it if you're registered on their web-site at www.thumpertalk.com


Mick.

PS,l'm Englishmick on TT.

[Bear on a bicycle]

Originally Posted by vegasmick

nice job Bear!!

Only 2&1/2hrs,you musta been a mechanic in a previous life dude!


have you got your own "garage" page in the Thumpertalk forums?


Mick.

I've always had a knack for tinkering. Also, I fix planes for a living.

And yes, I have a TT garage:

http://www.thumpertalk.com/forum/gar...hicle&vid=3141

[Britmick]

Originally Posted by Green Hornet

Go Green! My therapy.....
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Nice bike Greeny!

Are there many trails in NJ?


Mick.