Drz400

**NordieBoy** · 1st May 2012, 20:34

Originally Posted by Ender EnZed

The 350 also has a 6th gear which I understand makes them surprisingly good on road for what they are. There aren't usually many (any) of them for sale though. Definitely check one out if you get the chance but there's not much reason to hold out for one if you're happy spending the money on a DRZ400.

I think Jatz was hinting heavily...

**JATZ** · 1st May 2012, 21:04

Originally Posted by NordieBoy

I think Jatz was hinting heavily...

I think mine may be sorta sold, I have a couple of people interested, although it's not sold till I have the folding in my pocket

and the bike has a new stator on it's way from Japan before it gets sold

I like the 6th gear, air cooled, low maintenance, more comfy seat aspect. Kick start only can be a bastard although they're easy enough to start, better more plush seat. Big tank can be had for less than half a 400 one. And if Austin, Gerald and friends can ride 44000 miles in 440 days on them (Mondo Enduro/Terra Circa) then that's good enough for me.And a better seat too
We've been through a few carb needles on ours, but I think it may be hours of constant throttle that's weakened them. Not a biggie as it takes about 20 mins on the road side to get the carb apart and lift the needle 1 notch, provided you have the right tools

They are getting a bit dated now though, but still a good bike if you don't want to spend too much coin

**dino3310** · 1st May 2012, 21:19

Originally Posted by Ocean1

My you lot have delicate arses.

its just a NADS thing

**Andy67** · 1st May 2012, 21:47

Originally Posted by Padmei

Duh as if you're gonna find an automatic out there

I wouldn't get too fussed on getting a minter if you're going to ride it like a real adv bike. Myself I'd be suspicious of one looking too clean. They're pretty bulletproof things. I haven't heard yet of a common problem like other bikes - apart from the aforementioned plankarse & tinitus.

I personally wouldn't touch anything that is kick start only.

What is your budget?

Hey Padmei,

I am interested in the best bike I can get for the cash, cosmetic is not a problem but cleaner the better, I want to install my own dents.

Good feedback and that's what I am here for. I guess cheaper the better but would probably go around 6k when I am ready

**Andy67** · 1st May 2012, 21:52

Originally Posted by bart

I've owned most of the DR stable over the years (never had a BIG though). I'd rate the 400 over the 350, but I think the 350 I had was a dud. 350 more comfy, but the 400 has way more power, handling, suspension, and everything else. Plank of a seat though.

Mmmm more power

**Andy67** · 1st May 2012, 21:54

Originally Posted by JATZ

I think mine may be sorta sold, I have a couple of people interested, although it's not sold till I have the folding in my pocket

and the bike has a new stator on it's way from Japan before it gets sold

I like the 6th gear, air cooled, low maintenance, more comfy seat aspect. Kick start only can be a bastard although they're easy enough to start, better more plush seat. Big tank can be had for less than half a 400 one. And if Austin, Gerald and friends can ride 44000 miles in 440 days on them (Mondo Enduro/Terra Circa) then that's good enough for me.And a better seat too
We've been through a few carb needles on ours, but I think it may be hours of constant throttle that's weakened them. Not a biggie as it takes about 20 mins on the road side to get the carb apart and lift the needle 1 notch, provided you have the right tools

They are getting a bit dated now though, but still a good bike if you don't want to spend too much coin

Thanks Jatz, good info mate

**Andy67** · 1st May 2012, 21:55

Originally Posted by NordieBoy

I think Jatz was hinting heavily...

Hey Nordie, I've seen your posts and vids and you seem to know your arse from your elbow. In my circumstances what would you go for ?

**NordieBoy** · 1st May 2012, 22:47

Originally Posted by Andy67

Hey Nordie, I've seen your posts and vids and you seem to know your arse from your elbow. In my circumstances what would you go for ?

My elbow says DRZ/KLX400, my arse says DR350.
Put a tank and seat on the DRZ and it'll work very nicely. More modern suspension and everything else than the DR/TT350's. Just a shame about the gearing.
The DR & TT are much more stylish though.

**JATZ** · 2nd May 2012, 07:23

Originally Posted by NordieBoy

My elbow says DRZ/KLX400, my arse says DR350.
Put a tank and seat on the DRZ and it'll work very nicely. More modern suspension and everything else than the DR/TT350's. Just a shame about the gearing.
The DR & TT are much more stylish though.

With your expected budget...DR400

and you'd have some left over to fix the seat

If you only had half that then the 350

**pete-blen** · 2nd May 2012, 12:22

This?
only 115kgs/255lbs..
I would be in my shed if I had the spare coin...

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/moto...-470667236.htm

**MXNUT** · 2nd May 2012, 16:28

Sort of off topic here but i have a PDF version of the Clymer DRZ400 workshop manual and i no longer have this bike.

If anyone wants / needs one send me a PM with your email address and i will forward it on to you.

**NordieBoy** · 2nd May 2012, 20:12

Originally Posted by pete-blen

This?
only 115kgs/255lbs..
I would be in my shed if I had the spare coin...

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/moto...-470667236.htm

That is quite light.

Same as my TT350.

Probably got more than 23hp though...

**Ender EnZed** · 2nd May 2012, 20:32

Originally Posted by pete-blen

This?
only 115kgs/255lbs..
I would be in my shed if I had the spare coin...

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/moto...-470667236.htm

I'm sure they're awesome fun to ride but the 520 KTMs fall under the category of dirtbikes with service intervals that just seem ridiculous to me. I like being able to ride to the end of the island and back without having to plan an oil change on the way and a rebuild when I get home.

**Hillbilly110** · 2nd May 2012, 20:40

Hi. Me and Rangi bought brand new 2 x DRZ's 7 months ago. Mine just clicked over 10000ks on the King Country ride. We put on 17 litre tanks, 15 tooth front sprockets, and Godiva screens, hand guards and heated grips. We both love them. mine has stock seat. After 3 days your arse goes numb and then it doesn't matter what seat you have. Rangi is only 5'7" so we chopped out her seat with a bread knife and stapled the cover back on. This is the biggest bike she can pick up by herself with luggage so we won't be changing...but we don't want to anyway...Oh, and I can still beat all my mates road bikes round the Coro loop in the dry....but they're home and showered when my knobblies have to do the wet seal. Ha