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Reviewed on November 2, 2006

Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400S view listing

5.0
This is the first bike I ever rode. It is a 2005 DRZ400S and I think it is the best. I have beat on this bike from the day I picked it up and never had a problem with it. I have put on an fmf titanium stainless exhaust, small carbon fiber flushmount directionals, and more aggressive tires. I have... read more
This is the first bike I ever rode. It is a 2005 DRZ400S and I think it is the best. I have beat on this bike from the day I picked it up and never had a problem with it. I have put on an fmf titanium stainless exhaust, small carbon fiber flushmount directionals, and more aggressive tires. I have dropped this bike a lot and had very little damage. It is very tough. I have gotten it up to 109mph and was very surprised at how well it handled. I will most likley ride it till it explodes and then I will get another. So if you really want my opinion, buy the DRZ400S or the DRZ400SM.
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Reviewed on October 16, 2006

Motorcycle reviewed 2007 Suzuki DR-Z125L view listing

5.0
THIS BIKE RIPS ON MY LOCAL FIELD. WHEN I FIRST TOOK IT ENGLISHTOWN IN MARCH TO LEARN HOW TO RIDE, I WAS THE FASTEST OUT OF THE WHOLE CLASS. BUT NOW I'M GETTING A 250 FOR CHRISTMAS SO IT WILL BE A LITTLE HARDER TO PODIUM AT ACTO MX TRACK. OVERALL, THE 125 IS A GOOD BIKE FOR BEGGINERS OR NOVICES WHO... read more
THIS BIKE RIPS ON MY LOCAL FIELD. WHEN I FIRST TOOK IT ENGLISHTOWN IN MARCH TO LEARN HOW TO RIDE, I WAS THE FASTEST OUT OF THE WHOLE CLASS. BUT NOW I'M GETTING A 250 FOR CHRISTMAS SO IT WILL BE A LITTLE HARDER TO PODIUM AT ACTO MX TRACK. OVERALL, THE 125 IS A GOOD BIKE FOR BEGGINERS OR NOVICES WHO WANT TO RELAX WHILE RIDING.
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Reviewed on August 27, 2006

Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Suzuki RM-Z250 view listing

5.0
Great bike overall, but it does lack in some top end. And the forks are a little soft for me but I changed a couple clicks on the compression and rebound and it is awesome now. It does have a lot of bottom end power and good midrange. The steel bars suck, I changed those as soon as I got the bike... read more
Great bike overall, but it does lack in some top end. And the forks are a little soft for me but I changed a couple clicks on the compression and rebound and it is awesome now. It does have a lot of bottom end power and good midrange. The steel bars suck, I changed those as soon as I got the bike home. They say it's outdated because it doesn't have the alum. frame but it still weighs the same as the other bikes and feels light. It's no heavier than my 2004 YZ125. Overall bike is a very good bike and should be a top contender in '07.
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Reviewed on August 15, 2006

Motorcycle reviewed 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM view listing

5.0
I've been riding sports bikes for 6 years, mainly GSXR's, which were all mighty great bikes but not in the environment I was spending most of my time. I knew I was not completely honest trying to convince myself that a gixer was the best bike to have. In town it was cumbersome and intimidating and... read more
I've been riding sports bikes for 6 years, mainly GSXR's, which were all mighty great bikes but not in the environment I was spending most of my time. I knew I was not completely honest trying to convince myself that a gixer was the best bike to have. In town it was cumbersome and intimidating and there are no nice fast twisty roads in the area where I live. The only real point to own a gixer was Track Days which happened like 2 or 3 times a year. So no real point then... It was time for some drastic measures. The reason why I ride is to have fun every minute I'm on the bike and not 2 or 3 times a year. And the SM fulfils the task admirably. It has such a playful personality it hurts. And its sooo easy to manage! Around town it will blow a sportsbike to weeds no questions asked. The ergos are perfect for city commuting and the bike feels almost weightless. It's a traffic jam ultimate weapon. Oh, and I was 3 times faster around the local go kart track first day I took it there then I ever was on my gixer. On tarmac it bloody rails! Just sort the tire pressures, set the suspension for ya and it will cut through any corner with laser precision. And if you had enough on the street just jump off the tarmac and make your way through that lawn or park. Thanks to this bike I'm starting to discover the pleasures and joys of dirt riding. It's just a set of dirt bike wheels away from a serious trail bike. But surprisingly the tires are quite capable off road and the bike climbs hills pretty well, just stay away from mud, deep gravel or wet grass. The motor is no monster, but it's healthy, smooth and has a modern feel to it. Actually it's a bit more than I expected it to be after reading some other reviews. The bike pulls to 60mph real fast and then tops out at around 100. By the way I suggest using mototune usa break in method. I rode it hard from 0 km, used mineral oil, changed it quite frequently and switched to synthetic a couple of days ago with 1500 miles on the clock. The motor feels really strong and never misses a beat. Pros: Looks funky, completely reliable, handles beautifully, seriously cheap to run, excellent build quality (I mean it), good adjustable suspension, breaks have good power and feel, and it's not intimidating to ride but tons and tons of fun. If you have never managed a rolling stoppie in your life you will on this puppy, trust me on that one. And it crashes well too: I looped it in 5th doing 80mph and all the damage went to the rear lights, kickstand and handlebar protector. Gixer wouldn't be even rideable after such one. Cons: Seat is hard and pain in the butt after an hour of riding, especially if you ride in jeans (leathers seem to do a trick and it's not so bad). Avoid highways or you will bore yourself to death. Could use another 50cc of motor. It's not a beast like other SM's from Husky, Husaberg or KTM but I prefer Suzuki's reliability instead. Radiators and engine cases are the weak points, invest on guards without thinking about it for too long. Standard Dunlops are ok, but not great, I wouldn't buy them again. Pilot Powers seem to be the choice for ultimate performance on tarmac and Avon Distanzias are the ones to go if you like to jump off the road occasionally and still have excellent grip on the road. Verdict: So is it a perfect bike? No, no doubt about it. It has its clear weak points. But for what I use it's probably the best choice. It's hard to find a better bike for city use and it's an absolute blast around a go kart track. Is it the most fun bike I've ever been on? Oh yes, no doubt about that either! Besides it's so much less expensive to buy, run, maintain and repair than a sports bike. I know many of you are hesitating like I was. But give it a try and I'm sure you won't be disappointed. I'm yet to hear of someone feeling sorry for getting this fabulous bike. Many of my riding buddies on sports bikes think I'm some kind of eccentric odd twat who dumped a mighty gixer for this weak mosquito. But I just keep smiling in my helmet and feel being one step ahead of them and somewhat smarter.
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Reviewed on June 18, 2006

Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400S view listing

5.0
Great bike for trail riding. I am not 16 any more and it had plenty of power for a 400cc. Mine is a liquid cooled and a friend as another brand that is air colled and his gets pretty hot for just trail riding and mine is cool and has no performace problems. Awesome bike. I wish they would have... read more
Great bike for trail riding. I am not 16 any more and it had plenty of power for a 400cc. Mine is a liquid cooled and a friend as another brand that is air colled and his gets pretty hot for just trail riding and mine is cool and has no performace problems. Awesome bike. I wish they would have built this along time ago.
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Reviewed on June 11, 2006

Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM view listing

5.0
This bike is a blast!! Coming from a racing background I didn't know what to expect at first, but I'm glad to say that I am not disappointed in any way. It handles great, and is very flickable in the tight twists. After jumping it pretty good a couple times I noticed that the stock suspension (for... read more
This bike is a blast!! Coming from a racing background I didn't know what to expect at first, but I'm glad to say that I am not disappointed in any way. It handles great, and is very flickable in the tight twists. After jumping it pretty good a couple times I noticed that the stock suspension (for me anyway) is a little mushy, but just a couple clicks on the shocks will fix that. On the roller coaster roads that we have around here I can go into any turn a whole lot hotter than I ever could on my old R1, and I knew that would happen. LIGHT + STREET TIRES = :-)on super tight roads. As for the seat being uncomfortable, I'm having way too much fun on the bike to even notice!:-) Two thumbs up from me.....
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Reviewed on June 8, 2006

Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM view listing

4.0
Easy handling, quick steering. Very light weight, nice suspension - adjustable - stops well, just remember to use both front and rear brakes. Terrible seat though. Faster than you would think. Just rev it. Great style. Gas tank too small for real exploring, but you can work around that. VERY... read more
Easy handling, quick steering. Very light weight, nice suspension - adjustable - stops well, just remember to use both front and rear brakes. Terrible seat though. Faster than you would think. Just rev it. Great style. Gas tank too small for real exploring, but you can work around that. VERY capable in the curves, and you're not tired when you get home.
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Reviewed on June 1, 2006

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5.0
This bike just is everything that you could want all in one. You can zoom out the 58 to POZO, when you get there, you can hit the fire roads and have a blast. I can't really put this bike into words. I've had it for less than 4 weeks and already have 2400 miles!... read more
This bike just is everything that you could want all in one. You can zoom out the 58 to POZO, when you get there, you can hit the fire roads and have a blast. I can't really put this bike into words. I've had it for less than 4 weeks and already have 2400 miles! YEAH
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Reviewed on May 28, 2006

Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400S view listing

5.0
Recognizing that dual-sports are by definition a tradeoff, this bike is about as dirt-worthy as one can hope for. The basics are all in place for good intermediate trail riding - solid suspension, tractable power and reasonable weight. For any kind of dirt riding a few immediate changes are needed... read more
Recognizing that dual-sports are by definition a tradeoff, this bike is about as dirt-worthy as one can hope for. The basics are all in place for good intermediate trail riding - solid suspension, tractable power and reasonable weight. For any kind of dirt riding a few immediate changes are needed - handlebars, brush guards, tires (I am using Dunlop D606). Also, the engine is pretty plugged up, so a few changes to improve breathing - airbox, rejet, pipe helps a lot. Overall- a great do-anything bike that just needs some quick work to be trail-worthy.
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Reviewed on March 19, 2006

Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM view listing

5.0
I bought my bike after a 15-year absence from the sport, and I have loved every kilometer that I have logged so far. This bike is fast, handles great, turns heads and starts conversations. (Even the Harley snobs want to talk about this bike!). The seat is a little hard, so I have ordered a gel... read more
I bought my bike after a 15-year absence from the sport, and I have loved every kilometer that I have logged so far. This bike is fast, handles great, turns heads and starts conversations. (Even the Harley snobs want to talk about this bike!). The seat is a little hard, so I have ordered a gel seat that will also give me an inch less to reach the ground, which is nice because this bike is tall. But the fact that it is very light makes this a non-issue at stops.
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