Buying a Cheap Suzuki DRZ400 and then spending a bunch of money anyway 😂

Howdy! If you liked this... hop on board for a fun dirt trail ride on this bike https://youtu.be/UVYLYUsZZ54

Dude. This video is 10/10. Not to get all sappy but this was like hanging out with the dad I never had 😂 I just learned so much about buying a used bike in 30 minutes. Thanks for all the effort on this!!

Greetings from a Swede🙂 I bought a used DRZ400S 6 yrs ago, and by now I quite litteray knows this bike inside out. The only real weak point (I learned this the hard way) of this bike is the flanged slide bushing that sits on the countershaft closest to the bearing inside the left engine case half. The counter shaft is "free floating" in the axial direction,or whatever you can call it, so if you exchange the front chain sprocket, you best be sure to torque the sprocket nut to the correct spec (110 Nm) while keeping a foot on the rear brake. If you do it too loose, the bushing will be hammered by the stroke impulses of the engine, and if you torque it too hard, you will mosh it. Both will result in the bushing seizing on the shaft, reeking havoc on the transmission..but torquing it down too little, is more sneaky.. It gradually gets worse until your about to take of from a busy red light. That happened to me😂. I know that some DRZ owners even put red loctite on the sprocket spline, just to eliminate any slop between the shaft and sprocket, that could potentially help the nut unwind itself..I don't how, since there is a lock washer there as well, so I don't go that far.

It was really fun to watch the whole process and the final result. I would love more videos about the DRZ!

Wow! THIS video had EVERYTHING in it!❤ It had the pathos of discovering all a machine’s faults. The worst part was your finding out that you couldn’t even trust the vendors to properly identify and sell you the correct parts. Disheartening… However, it had that wonderful canine aspect, LOL! So very heartening to see Pinto moving around and happy to play with you! Finally…the triumph (I wanted to capitalize that word…but,um…) of successfully mending what NEEDED mending right away. Even the little ride at the end was epic. I haven’t ridden a motorcycle since 1989…far too long. I miss what it was all about. Mahalo for an outstanding video; my day is made! Aloha!

the drz is a great addition to the channel. came here for the jeep stuff love the tahoe stuff and I just got a crf dirtbike (haven't had one since high school) I've been wrenching on. This channel rocks.

Jason what an amazing video man! I deeply enjoyed it. Thank you! 💯🔥

Great video! I love that you’re encouraging people to use their hands and learn how to work on stuff!

Awesome video. This is my first bike, rebuilding it step by step and learning along the way. So far I rebuilt the carburetor and rear shock, and replaced tires and tail light. Currently having a bit of trouble getting the air out of the brakes after doing the master cylinders and caliper rebuild kits.. but anyway, great video.

Just getting back into motorcycles and looking at drz 400‘s, this is such a good video. Entertaining, informative…the vibe is just right

As a complete newbie looking for first bike, specifically a drz400, this was super informative, well made and entertaining - cheers

I enjoy all your videos, but the ones with Pinto making and entrance, are the greatest!

Two things: Generally the hard start issue is a result of worn valves, especially on that vintage bike. While swapping out the valve shims will 'temporarily' resolve the issue, the head needs to come off, and the valves need to be changed. I just did this to mine and will be making a video soon. Second: The fuel issue where it drains out of the carburetor is most likely due to the float needle not seating properly. I swapped out the one that was working with a replacement from a knock off Chinese carb and when I woke up in the morning, there was fuel not only all over the parking stall, but had drained into the crank-case. This was a major problem so MAKE SURE the float needle is OEM when replaced. Love this. I bought a 2007 about three years ago and have replaced pretty much every critical component, but the S.S. brake lines are a definite 'next-on-the-list' item.

Great video Jason. have fun and drive carefully, And HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!

Great informative video. Thanks! My search for one of these has begun :)

I just picked up a 2001 DRZ400E a month ago Great bike and mine was well maintained by the previous single owner. I enjoy riding it almost every day now! I went riding with my son this last weekend on the Washington peninsula. we put in 40 miles no problem. Previous owner jetted it so she moved too. Heavy bike but stable at high speeds. Nice video 👍

Awesome! I been a fan and subscriber of you channel for a long time and a Gladiator owner. I'm super stoked to see you got this Drz400s, I have the same 06 Drz400s that I bought new in 05. Looking forward to seeing what you do with it. I live in the same area, maybe ill see you up in the hills. I didn't read through the comments but one thing to watch out for that is common with the drz carb is that when you leave the petcock on and the bike is not running the fuel will flow into the motor. Luckly yours is flowing out the tube. 👍

I'm actually looking to get one of these. Appreciate the video.

I haven’t even watched it yet, but the title of this video speaks to my very core.

This was great….I love that you are venturing into other off road sports. Is there a Death Valley adventure on the horizon with the DRZ? Can’t wait to find out. As always rad video dude 👊🏻👊🏻