Iron Pony Posted December 30, 2016 Report Share Posted December 30, 2016 The 2017 DR-Z400S is ideal for taking a ride down your favorite off-road trail or ribbon of asphalt. You'll be impressed with the amount of torque coming from the 398cc liquid-cooled power plant as well as the crisp handling from the adjustable suspension. This ultra-reliable bike is completely street legal with an electric start and easy-to-read instrument cluster. New solid black bodywork with bold, contrasting color graphics makes the bike stand out on the road, on the trail, or even parked. Whether you're on the highway or on a twisty forest path, the Suzuki DR-Z400S can't be beat. Come see it today @ Pony Powersports! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casper Posted December 30, 2016 Report Share Posted December 30, 2016 2 hours ago, Danimal said: Marvel at the 1980's era 5 speed transmission! Frustrate yourself as you try to shift to 6th gear for the fifteenmillionth time! Geeze...this bike is so overdue for modernization. Every year I hope they update this bike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dpgasser Posted December 30, 2016 Report Share Posted December 30, 2016 I will probably be going with a different 390-ish cc motorcycle this upcoming season... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimTheAzn Posted December 30, 2016 Report Share Posted December 30, 2016 1 hour ago, dpgasser said: I will probably be going with a different 390-ish cc motorcycle this upcoming season... Still gonna do some trackdays? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dpgasser Posted December 30, 2016 Report Share Posted December 30, 2016 14 minutes ago, Danimal said: Made in India for KTM, and having some issues, so do your research first. Please elaborate...I have done a ton of research, no real issues that I am aware of. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dpgasser Posted December 30, 2016 Report Share Posted December 30, 2016 3 minutes ago, TimTheAzn said: Still gonna do some trackdays? Definitely....still keeping the GSX-R....might be in Jennings in Feb. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimTheAzn Posted December 30, 2016 Report Share Posted December 30, 2016 2 minutes ago, dpgasser said: Definitely....still keeping the GSX-R....might be in Jennings in Feb. You should save that time and run road hotlanta with us in April! We should do a mid o or PIRC day at very least in 2017. It was great seeing you at PIRC last year haha what a coincidence. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dpgasser Posted December 30, 2016 Report Share Posted December 30, 2016 When in April? I will be in Austin for the MotoGP at the end of the month. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dpgasser Posted December 30, 2016 Report Share Posted December 30, 2016 27 minutes ago, TimTheAzn said: You should save that time and run road hotlanta with us in April! We should do a mid o or PIRC day at very least in 2017. It was great seeing you at PIRC last year haha what a coincidence. Yeah, it was cool seeing you there...Man, you have really improved your riding skills! I will have to follow you around ATL! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimTheAzn Posted December 30, 2016 Report Share Posted December 30, 2016 7 minutes ago, dpgasser said: Yeah, it was cool seeing you there...Man, you have really improved your riding skills! I will have to follow you around ATL! Thanks Dave, I feel like I've put a lot of time and effort into improving as a rider. I still remember that one ride where you and Jerry swept me back in the day. That was a turning point for sure, thinking I was a pretty good rider (heh). After that ride I was thinking, "Man, how are these guys so freaking fast?! Well if they can do it, I can do it." @NinjaDoc told me miles, I need more miles under my belt and that's what I went out and did. Lots of miles by myself on twisty roads. I set a goal, I wanted to be able to ride with you guys safely. Once I felt more comfortable, I was able to actually kind of keep up and be able to observe the likes of you, Tony, Pauly, Jim, Romar, UP, Nivin, and other CORE guys. I've learned a lot from you guys and this community in general. I hope one day I'll be in a position to teach others the things I've learned to make them safer and faster. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dpgasser Posted December 30, 2016 Report Share Posted December 30, 2016 You did it the right way...you are already in the position to teach others...keep it up, look forward to riding with you this upcoming season...track or street...Happy New Year! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dpgasser Posted December 30, 2016 Report Share Posted December 30, 2016 13 minutes ago, Danimal said: Ok....just do a quick Google search "duke 390 known problems" That should keep you busy for a while. Range from: Wheel casting failures (wheels cracking, bending easy) Cooling system failures Gear indicator/sensor failures FI Software/stalling issues I know this because I am looking at the upcoming KTM 390 ADV bike (same India motor) For someone who bought a Chinese motorcycle...I would think that doing a broad Google search on "known problems" would not affect them. I'll take my chances, Lol! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dpgasser Posted December 30, 2016 Report Share Posted December 30, 2016 8 minutes ago, Danimal said: Only difference is that my Chinese bike was less than $4K delivered, Lol! The KTM is about a Grand more, again...I will take my chances. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dpgasser Posted December 30, 2016 Report Share Posted December 30, 2016 Also..."only difference"....does this mean that your Chinese bike company is entering MotoGp next year? KTM is a major OEM with great dealer network and support. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cuzenjeff Posted January 1, 2017 Report Share Posted January 1, 2017 Get the Dakar app, add your favorite drivers and get up dates sent to your phone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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