Suzuki DRZ400 Adventure Bike Build 2.0

A Suzuki DRZ400 is the perfect choice for those who love to explore the outdoors, making it a popular choice among adventure riders since it came to market in 2000. These motorcycles feature a reliable single-cylinder engine with plenty of power that delivers smooth and reliable performance. With its rugged design and durable construction, the DRZ400 is built to last and will provide you with years of adventure and excitement. Although the DR-Z400 is more than capable for most terrain in its stock form, some modifications can turn these bikes in to machine ready to tackle any terrain. In this Suzuki DRZ400 Adventure Bike Build 2.0 video, Justin gives an overview of the parts and accessories he added to his DRZ to make it the ultimate lightweight adventure motorcycle.

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Chapters:

0:00 - Intro
2:10 - Performance
4:34 - Protection
6:20 - Comfort
10:22 - Storage

[moorepower]

My drz440sm has been my happy little camper in the Colorado rockies for 5 years now. When other dudes on bigger ADV's see it, its like an epiphany for them.

[jdl]

you influenced my build on my drz a few years back.. I took alot of your ideas and installed the gear you suggested. It was a great bike for sure, had a blast on the trails in big bend tx. Def like the idea of rackless bags though, i had the pannier rack on mine with bags and my foot got caught in between the bags and a rock.. I didn't get hurt but you can bet i pulled the bags off for the next ride. thx for the vid

[upcountryoffroad]

Justin! Love your content and Bike Builds. When are we going to see the next feature length Cheap bike challenge? Keep up the good work!

[AOL]

I had two DRZ-400’s and loved them both. My first I bought off a friend who put a full FMF titanium pipe on it and I added a Dynojet Stage 1 kit to it. It was a real fun machine on the backroads!

[ComfyDadShoes]

The fact that a 2002 Dr-z is capable of modern adventure demands after some TLC speaks volumes to the quality.

[redbear]

I switched to 41T sprocket on the back and love it . Great on the road, gravel and single track no problem .

[Gravelcruiser]

My sons and I all have DRZs set up very similar to yours. Great do it all bikes. Also great to see dual sport and adv vids again.

[rutniktrainer]

Nice bike! I would love to build something like that.

[jspencerg]

Hi Justin, I used your previous build as a model for my 2019 drz. I also changed front fender to acerbis sm style which did away with the squirrelly feeling at highway speeds. Stock fender is a floppy rudder!
Pannier racks are super stout mounting and protection but wish they were not so heavy.
Let's see if your new build wheelies well! I enjoyed your trip videos.

[alexandermendoza-kdqv]

I love my acrebis gas tank, 3x3 air box mod and jd jets work nicely also. Barkbuster forms with blinker s and JNS led headlight really give my bike a more modern look for a 2005!

[MikesProjectsandHobbiesMC]

I did almost the exact same build but with an FMF exhaust and Acerbis tank. I ordered everything from you guys from Tires to Exhaust and received the order in just a couple of days, you guys are awesome.

[georgemikodesigns]

as someone that is dropping $$ on the 2025 version, falling back on this build is giving me ideas of what I'll be tweaking to the DRZ-S in the coming months...thanks!

[flipped]

Another great build👍🏽
Can you bring back the Rocky Mountain Adventure Rides?
Sure miss them

[roberthallam]

Nice ! I’ve been building my 01 DRZ with a lot of parts from you. Very pleased for the most part.

[dimsyadventures]

Glad to finally see the video! Hopefully we can ride together next year!

[happycamper]

Just got a 2004 with 7k on it. Gives me a good starting list of things to check and add on!!

[emilwojcik]

to anyone building up their drz, avoid the stamped aluminium engine case protectors, the adhesive ruins the paint after a while and all the shock from an impact goes straight through into the engine casing, ask me how I know. I recommend the plastic polisport engine protectors, they have better coverage and have saved my ass a few times in a way that the ali ones would have failed me. worth every penny!

[ComfyDadShoes]

I love what y’all do with the DR and DR-Z

[deltabravo]

I am so tempted to make my 21 year old DRZ more suitable for longer rides like the WA or ID BDR routes. There's a lot to be said for a lighter weight bike.

[deltabravo]

I've had my 2002 DRZ since 2006. It has a little over 19k miles on it.
For riding on forest service type roads, I prefer it over my KTM 450 EXF-C.