I’ve had my drz400e for about a year now, awesome bike but I’m still getting the hang of it on tough tracks, in the nicest way possible it encouraging as to see you blokes stalling, sliding, having the bike jump left right and centre, breathing shakily, dropping the bike and most of all walking down the tough sh*t and still having a great time. Great vid. Edit: the more I watch to more I relate 👌 great job
Another great vid..glad I found your channel. Yeah the Drz can be a handful on tight rocky trails for sure.Good to see you guys encouraging each other through and going for it!
proud oif you guys for tackling this rugged terrain. I will say that the commitment needs to be there. Dangling feet will make you pay all the time. Get those feet on the pegs boys! You got this!
Fun to watch you guys. Great group and great personalities. I’ll enjoy the videos but would pass on going with you. I have many hours on this type of challenging terrain, 30+ years ago, lol, now I want easy trials. You guys got one heck of a workout
At the point where the guy throws his arms up in the air it’s so funny I was pissing myself ... awesome video epic gnarly trails hats off to all of you. Thanks 🙏
I've got an 02 model. Haven't been on it in over 2 years but after watching this I've got to get it out. I suck at off road riding, I'm way too tense when riding. Great video
Nice work ! It's good to see you helping everyone with their bikes on the trickier sections- Good on ya 👍 That's what it's all about getting out with a few mates, working together and enjoying the ride
This video just sold me on the drz400. I was looking at both the crf250l and the wr250 and seeing this changed my mind. I thought maybe the smaller displacment and newer technology (fuel injection) would give them an edge on the trails. The drz is such a tractor. Way to make complex trails look easy.
I ride my DRZ 400e on single track in cumberland BC and guys are pretty surprised at how well the bike tractors especially up the steep hills. So much fun! Some great technical riding...
For sure. I rode Moab Utah with stock gearing on my DRZ 400s and was clutching like you guys. I'm going with a 14/48 sprocket for my trip this April. Should be much improved in the right stuff. Love ur videos!
This really shows the difference between a skilled rider and just starting out. I can totally relate to getting exhausted because the terrain is above your skill level. Unfortunately been there, done that!
You guys need a Rekluse clutch, no more stalling. Go one on my drz400s couldn't imagine not having one, game changer. Clutch lever still works if you need it too
What an epic ride. Well done Steve. Btw, I thought you where the Psycho, but your brother takes it to another level. Lol. Just send it he does. Well done to all the riders, and a well produced Vid, m8. Dougie. ;)
@@BrokenSprocket I do miss it. I really got to understand that bike and get a lot out of it. I may not return to Enduro though. Lets see what the future holds.
I don’t think the 2000 model has electric start. I wouldn’t want to be trying to kick it halfway up a hill stuck in a rut. For mine...push button is the way to go!
I had a drz 400 and had the same problem of just being a bit to short. Because they are so heavy sometimes its easier to to drop it then save it from falling. Also a tip i was given thay helped me a lot was to stand up as much as you can when going up hills, it just got the weight up a bit more on the rider and not the bike.
Another really cool video I think I would have taken the same line as your brother on that rock it's always fun having some inexperienced riders I would have loved to see that rockfall
Thanks mate yeah I didn't think much of the DRZ when I first seen one kind of look ugly lol but the more I ride one the more I love them very capable bike and I would buy one for sure..
Noticed the NSW plates, where do you ride? Also, rando question, whats the fuel light on the front fender @ 3:05? my E has the provisions for something there but I have no idea what (DW just realised you were riding an RMX)
Ya Steves bike was way too high alright, it was literally throwing him off of it😲, good job sticking with it and know your limits👍. Good seeing how your guys worked out the problem. Gotta love a DRZ heh. 🥰 I see you followed up with a how to shave your seat vid after this 🤣🤣 Tx4V
Great bike Add the Athena 434 cylinder kit, MRD SSW Pro full exhaust system, Get the suspension revalved, 3mm longer shock, heavier springs front & rear, bar risers, armour the Ag bike up & it’s an all round weapon
love the video you blokes made me laugh. See itjst goes to show doesnt mater what bike you have its knowin how to use it. Those drzs alot of people hang shit on them . i have one and suits my style of rideing. Keep the vids coming really good stuff.
It is unstoppable! That short stroke piston will fire even if the sparkplug was the other side of the road! So forgiving, you can go too slow, in too high a gear and that beauty will keep turning over so you can get going again. When all other bikes have stalled, from 2 strokes to GS1200s. Nothing can remain firing like a DRZ400.
really enjoyed the video seem like a really good bunch of blokes. as a newbie to trail biking i’m looking at the same suzuki drz400, i’m 6’4 110kgs, it seems like a good multi purpose bike for me. would u agree ? thanks in advance.
Hey Steve I noticed there's a taillight on the rmx450z. Is there a way to wire a brake light switch to it? You seem like the guy to ask about rmx stuff. Cheers
OK, I have to ask - How bad was the shoulder and how long were you off?? Dislocated mine last year (4/2020), had open bankart surgery and still working kinks out (4/2021)
I've had surgery on my left shoulder not fun but so far I've not had surgery on the right shoulder just doing lots of exercises to hold it in and I use a shoulder brace when riding
How does these DRZ's cooling system (radiator, engine temperature) behave in this conditions. Remember they dont have fans installed on radiators if they are the E models. Is it ok to ride them in low speed high revolitions tracks? Greetings from Honduras. These type of tracks, we call them Mule Tracks, cause only mules with food from mountains use them!
Date mate, This is the first of yours I’ve come across. Terrific to see some ‘real people” having a crack. Is this in the Watagans? I’m on the Central Coast and giving serious thought to selling my roadie and getting back on the dirt and a DRZ is what I’m thin about, but I’m a heavy bugger (115kegs) and worried it won’t have the trust to haul me around. Cheers mate. New Sub here.
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Second time riding and he made it through that shit? I'm impressed.👍
It was a struggle in parts but fun.
For real id be exhausted i ride a kick start kx 450 that shit would have me drained
2nd time egg riding that bike
i wanted a drz before I watched this, but man i want one now...
I finally got one turned out better handling then thought
There great bikes
There great bike for shredding trails but there weight is definitely a fight on technical areas
@@elite8245 not if you use the momentum
Do you got one now
I’ve had my drz400e for about a year now, awesome bike but I’m still getting the hang of it on tough tracks, in the nicest way possible it encouraging as to see you blokes stalling, sliding, having the bike jump left right and centre, breathing shakily, dropping the bike and most of all walking down the tough sh*t and still having a great time. Great vid.
Edit: the more I watch to more I relate 👌 great job
Thanks mate just keeping it real
Another great vid..glad I found your channel. Yeah the Drz can be a handful on tight rocky trails for sure.Good to see you guys encouraging each other through and going for it!
Thanks mate we all had a great time on this ride thanks for watching 😉👍
proud oif you guys for tackling this rugged terrain. I will say that the commitment needs to be there. Dangling feet will make you pay all the time. Get those feet on the pegs boys! You got this!
Awesome to see the same rider tackle the same obstacle on the different bikes. We don’t see this often!
Fun to watch you guys. Great group and great personalities. I’ll enjoy the videos but would pass on going with you. I have many hours on this type of challenging terrain, 30+ years ago, lol, now I want easy trials. You guys got one heck of a workout
Not being critical fun is what it’s about and you guys are having a ball. I’m jealous!!
So good to see ya back on the bike💪everyone did awesome mate. Love those trails of yours👌
Thanks mate it was fantastic to be back on the bike...
At the point where the guy throws his arms up in the air it’s so funny I was pissing myself ... awesome video epic gnarly trails hats off to all of you.
Thanks 🙏
Thanks mate yeah Wayne was not confident about that rock and it was funny.
I've got an 02 model. Haven't been on it in over 2 years but after watching this I've got to get it out.
I suck at off road riding, I'm way too tense when riding. Great video
Get the old girl out and have some fun.
Exciting Stuff! Not scared to give it a Go! Proud of you guys!
Drz's are simply the best!!!
Had a used one for 12 years and apar the weight was simply the Best, powerful and Reliance bike you Can own...
Yeah mate DRZ400E is a proven performer.
Great cam footage. Really gives a feel for what you guys are bombing through.
Nice work ! It's good to see you helping everyone with their bikes on the trickier sections- Good on ya 👍 That's what it's all about getting out with a few mates, working together and enjoying the ride
Yeah mate it's a team effort that makes the adventure 😉👍
Nice job Steve, I loved the comment “I’ve got a bit of anxiety, wait!” Great to see how the different bikes handled the same hills and obstacles.
Haha yeah that was my favourite part also. Thanks for watching...
Those are gnarly trails!! great vid!!
Came back to watch this vid. Love you Aussies attitude. U guys don’t fuck around
what a good vid, that rock avalanche was crazy, could you imagine this happening while on the trail
Yeah glad I missed that one lol.
Nice work lads. Awesome vid Steve. That Fire trail at the end is where its at!
Thanks Nigel it's a sweet fire trail bit dry though 😉👍
Great ride Mates and thanks for taking us along 👍 If I ever ride with you fellers I'm packing a chain saw on the bike 😁
awesome to see you back on the bike
great video
very challenging ride in places
great stuff ✊👊🤙
Thanks mate it's great to be back on the bike 😉👍
This video just sold me on the drz400. I was looking at both the crf250l and the wr250 and seeing this changed my mind.
I thought maybe the smaller displacment and newer technology (fuel injection) would give them an edge on the trails. The drz is such a tractor. Way to make complex trails look easy.
Yeah mate the DRZ400E is a proven performer and would be my choice over the WR250r or the CRF250l.
I ride my DRZ 400e on single track in cumberland BC and guys are pretty surprised at how well the bike tractors especially up the steep hills. So much fun! Some great technical riding...
Yes the DRZ400E is a proven performer and very under estimated.
great vid, mate, . Enjoyed!
Fun looking ride! That rock step up looked gnarly! Cheers!
Thanks Rick it's a great ride and challenging in some spots thanks for watching ...
I love that bush scenery, that's definitely sweet riding! Great video!!😎😎😎😎
Thanks mate yeah I love it out there 😉👍
It's definitely a beautiful place to ride a dirt bike.
Best part is you can ride home, love it.
Just back from a great weekend forest riding on my “new” 2003 DRZ400E. Got me places I wasn’t confident going! Exhilarating!
There a great bike.
Good fun m8. Just bought a drz and am watching this to pass the time till the snow melts up here in Canada!
Haha it's starting to cool down here now but unlike you winter over here is prime time for riding. Have a great summer mate.
Nice! Looks like you guys had so much fun! I enjoyed this! ☺️
Thanks mate we had a blast..
Awesome video mate them drz400s are machines lol 🤙✊️
Thanks mate the DRZ400 is a great do it all bike thanks for watching...
Good stuff guys, awesome vid👍🏼
Tough track for a heavy bike! Good stuff to Steve.
Thanks mate yeah some challenges on that trail but that's where the fun is...
That's the stuff .
Good trails and riding.
It was fun.
"Other Steve" did real good for only 2nd time on that bike... you all did great, looked like some tough stuff there!!
Yeah mate he did well next time he will shave his seat and that will help him out..
Nice video mate, that was fun to watch.
Thanks mate appreciate the feedback 😉👍
For sure. I rode Moab Utah with stock gearing on my DRZ 400s and was clutching like you guys. I'm going with a 14/48 sprocket for my trip this April. Should be much improved in the right stuff. Love ur videos!
Thanks mate ride safe and have fun 😉👍
@Dual ADV We are going to Utah from April 19 to May 1. If you see 2 white Drz's and a Red Honda xr650 that would be us.
This really shows the difference between a skilled rider and just starting out. I can totally relate to getting exhausted because the terrain is above your skill level. Unfortunately been there, done that!
Yeah mate every rider has had a day that was a struggle but there is only one way to improve..
Reminds me of my old dizzer! JD jet kit really helped down low. Looking for a KTM500.
You boys are hardcore!
That trail is no joke!
You guys need a Rekluse clutch, no more stalling. Go one on my drz400s couldn't imagine not having one, game changer. Clutch lever still works if you need it too
Great video
Awesome vid
great vid
I bought a drz 400 yesterday. I can't wait to use it.
You will love it...
Great job as always Mr sprocket. Man Suzuki should send you guys some bikes to review...
Thanks mate yeah that would be fun lol.
this video convinced me that the drz is exactly what I need. not spending an extra 3,000 on a 450L. One hell of a machine
There a great all round bike.
Totally awesome and hardcore,how come your fender is shaped diff?
What an epic ride. Well done Steve.
Btw, I thought you where the Psycho, but your brother takes it to another level. Lol. Just send it he does. Well done to all the riders, and a well produced Vid, m8.
Dougie. ;)
Thanks Dougie yeah Dean is a bit nuts lol. Do you miss the TTR? if so you need a DRZ400E... Hope you are well...
@@BrokenSprocket
I do miss it.
I really got to understand that bike and get a lot out of it.
I may not return to Enduro though. Lets see what the future holds.
Love to take my E Rokon trailbreaker 2x2 out on that trail I just picked up a '07 DR-Z yellow good little runner
good video mate im thinking of buying my mates 2000 model drz 400
thats what brought me here
i will check out your other vids now 👍👍👍
Thanks mate appreciate the feedback. You will love it.
I don’t think the 2000 model has electric start. I wouldn’t want to be trying to kick it halfway up a hill stuck in a rut. For mine...push button is the way to go!
@@peterorro883 yes it has both i brought a klr 650 instead
I had a drz 400 and had the same problem of just being a bit to short. Because they are so heavy sometimes its easier to to drop it then save it from falling. Also a tip i was given thay helped me a lot was to stand up as much as you can when going up hills, it just got the weight up a bit more on the rider and not the bike.
Thanks for the tips
Where abouts is this filmed ? Looks like a good ride.
I really enjoyed watching fellow trail muppets mucking about in the bush.
DRZ HAD THAT FLYING SIDEWAYS ONE LEG FREE ATTACK. IT LOOKED LIKE TAE KWAN DO. AND DID HE DO IT TWICE ON DIFFERENT BIKES!!!
Yeah he did it twice once on Steve's DRZ and on his RMX450Z
Couple of lemons going through the bush. Looks like fun ride 👍 Would like to see you blokes explore the dry creek.. could be entertaining 😂
Thanks mate dry creek hmmm theres a idea.
I dont think any of your videos has been got a dislike lol, that's quality content
Thanks mate appreciate the feed back...
This just solidifies my decision on getting a drz400
There great bikes.
@@BrokenSprocket good to hear, I just picked mine up today
Enjoy brother 😉👍
Another really cool video I think I would have taken the same line as your brother on that rock it's always fun having some inexperienced riders I would have loved to see that rockfall
Thanks mate yeah Dean is a bit nuts lol. That rock fall was scary I didn't stick around there for long lol...
Well done steve nice adventure hear in brazil we have lot drz 400 on woods people love t bike and like to call anvil because heavy and hard to brake
Thanks mate yeah the DRZ400 is very popular over here too thanks for watching 😉👍
Entertainment plus! Fun ride sweet footage 🤙 Helping to convince me a DRZ might be a good choice for some light enduro adventure rides 🤔
Thanks mate yeah I didn't think much of the DRZ when I first seen one kind of look ugly lol but the more I ride one the more I love them very capable bike and I would buy one for sure..
@@BrokenSprocket yeah you can make them look half decent, and punch out some serious KMs 👌
Yeah there is a spot in my garage for one when the time comes..
@@MVDBR don't you dare!🤨
@@UTPP 😄 don't worry mate won't be getting rid of the 500 👌
You boy's are crazy! 🤪
Noticed the NSW plates, where do you ride?
Also, rando question, whats the fuel light on the front fender @ 3:05? my E has the provisions for something there but I have no idea what (DW just realised you were riding an RMX)
fun time technical riding and problem solving all in one!
Send it lad !
👍👍👍
Is the DRZ400E that much different than the DRZ400S?? Or does it just come with better off road tires.
Ya Steves bike was way too high alright, it was literally throwing him off of it😲, good job sticking with it and know your limits👍. Good seeing how your guys worked out the problem. Gotta love a DRZ heh. 🥰 I see you followed up with a how to shave your seat vid after this 🤣🤣 Tx4V
Great bike
Add the Athena 434 cylinder kit, MRD SSW Pro full exhaust system, Get the suspension revalved, 3mm longer shock, heavier springs front & rear, bar risers, armour the Ag bike up & it’s an all round weapon
How do you not burn your out in this one ride...wow.
I just got a drz 400 but does anyone know why it says Kawasaki on the plastics?
love the video you blokes made me laugh. See itjst goes to show doesnt mater what bike you have its knowin how to use it. Those drzs alot of people hang shit on them . i have one and suits my style of rideing. Keep the vids coming really good stuff.
The DRZ400E is a proven performer and should serve you well.
Good thing they make clutches everyday. Great fun!!
😂🤣😂yeah mate it's hard on the bikes but that's what there for.
Wow, I thought I had some nasty trails. My hardest ATV/Single track trails are a daydream compared to this.
The yellow looks so cool. I used to think it was ugly.
Yellow ugly NOOOO..
Eu tenho uma drz400 a moto é sensacional
nice vid where bouts in AUS this?
I can smell the clutch burning from Texas. 😆
It is unstoppable! That short stroke piston will fire even if the sparkplug was the other side of the road! So forgiving, you can go too slow, in too high a gear and that beauty will keep turning over so you can get going again. When all other bikes have stalled, from 2 strokes to GS1200s. Nothing can remain firing like a DRZ400.
True that.
I have a crf250l. Its a good bike but bloody hell its too heavy. Looks like some cool trails and lots of fun. Especially from a newbie.
Jose takes his CRF250L places you don't think possible.
@@BrokenSprocket well im sure ill go places i dont think is possible on the crf.
going to that trail on crf250l, you guys are mental
Was thinking the same thing, isn't it well over 300 lbs? I wouldn't have wanted my wr250r on that much less a crf250l
What is the name of the tire model on DRZ?
Nice big rock fall...as they say, it’s all in the timing, wouldn’t want to be near that when it cracked
Hell no I was nervous just riding past it😟🤞
What gearing on the drz400?
I have a 15f 49r on my S, and it seems too high geared still for offroad
Standard gearing
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really enjoyed the video seem like a really good bunch of blokes. as a newbie to trail biking i’m looking at the same suzuki drz400, i’m 6’4 110kgs, it seems like a good multi purpose bike for me. would u agree ? thanks in advance.
Yes mate the DRZ400E is a great bike. Wayne is 6'5 and Steve is 5'6 so it fits many riders lol...
Nice video
Thanks mate..
Hey Steve I noticed there's a taillight on the rmx450z. Is there a way to wire a brake light switch to it? You seem like the guy to ask about rmx stuff. Cheers
My bike came with rego and all the lights were on the bike from new.
yeah, fatigue will always make things harder and can take the fun out. i try to stick to easier trails.
OK, I have to ask - How bad was the shoulder and how long were you off?? Dislocated mine last year (4/2020), had open bankart surgery and still working kinks out (4/2021)
I've had surgery on my left shoulder not fun but so far I've not had surgery on the right shoulder just doing lots of exercises to hold it in and I use a shoulder brace when riding
That looked like fun. Nice editing. That was some gutsy riding on the dual sports.
Thanks mate the boys did a great job and are improving every ride thanks for watching ...
How do you guys find the DRZ for this kind of riding? Honestly thinking about getting one as a "do it all" bike.
It's a great bike little bit heavy and suspension is a bit soft for big jumping but it's more capable than you think.
Good stuff! Just found your channel (subbed) and look forward to checking it out. Gotta love the DRZ.
The DRZ400E is a proven performer 💪💪💪
The drz400 will go up some crazy stuff but you gotta go 100%
They get it done.
How does these DRZ's cooling system (radiator, engine temperature) behave in this conditions. Remember they dont have fans installed on radiators if they are the E models. Is it ok to ride them in low speed high revolitions tracks? Greetings from Honduras. These type of tracks, we call them Mule Tracks, cause only mules with food from mountains use them!
The DRZ400E has had no problems with temperatures. Thanks for the feedback.
Thats some serious bush bashing. What are your thoughts on the honda wrf250? A little gutless but still made it
The Honda crf250 in this video was struggling
Great vid, where is this place you are riding looks good.
Thanks mate. Southern highlands
Date mate,
This is the first of yours I’ve come across. Terrific to see some ‘real people” having a crack. Is this in the Watagans? I’m on the Central Coast and giving serious thought to selling my roadie and getting back on the dirt and a DRZ is what I’m thin about, but I’m a heavy bugger (115kegs) and worried it won’t have the trust to haul me around. Cheers mate. New Sub here.
Thanks mate some of them boys are heavy also I think my brother Dean is 120kg lol. Never underestimate the DRZ400E it's a great do it all bike.