jbot Posted May 27, 2009 Report Share Posted May 27, 2009 http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=446702I don't know jack about dual sports or sumos, and thought i'd get your expert opinion about this bike. a 2002 Suzuki DRZ400Sthrow everything you got at me, but what I really want to know is, in the grand scheme of sumo's and dual sports, is this a good pick? and of course, if anyone know first hand info about this bike, I'd love to know as well.thanksjbot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angrish Posted May 27, 2009 Report Share Posted May 27, 2009 I've rode a few. They are shit boxes..... and very slow. IMO stick with WR or a honda. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jermattak Posted May 27, 2009 Report Share Posted May 27, 2009 depends, do you plan on riding strictly off road? dual sporting, or converting it to a motard? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
that dude Posted May 27, 2009 Report Share Posted May 27, 2009 looks beat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jermattak Posted May 27, 2009 Report Share Posted May 27, 2009 looks beat it looks pretty clean to me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
that dude Posted May 27, 2009 Report Share Posted May 27, 2009 it looks pretty clean to me really? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jermattak Posted May 27, 2009 Report Share Posted May 27, 2009 yeah, look at the frame, the motor, the swingarm, looks like its never been dumped. the only thing that isnt is the plastics, but its a dirtbike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disclaimer Posted May 27, 2009 Report Share Posted May 27, 2009 It won't go as fast as the Aprilia, on or off road. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbot Posted May 27, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2009 the bike will primarily serve as a street bike. i may occasionally do dirt or hooligan riding with it, but i'd like it for carving up twisties. i may also grow a pair and do track with it, but i'd be happy if it was good at riding nice curvy roads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warpspeed Posted May 27, 2009 Report Share Posted May 27, 2009 the bike will primarily serve as a street bike. i may occasionally do dirt or hooligan riding with it, but i'd like it for carving up twisties. i may also grow a pair and do track with it, but i'd be happy if it was good at riding nice curvy roads.get a sm not a s in your case.Look into the ktm 450exc they are hella better. The drz is reliable though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jermattak Posted May 27, 2009 Report Share Posted May 27, 2009 the bike will primarily serve as a street bike. i may occasionally do dirt or hooligan riding with it, but i'd like it for carving up twisties. i may also grow a pair and do track with it, but i'd be happy if it was good at riding nice curvy roads. it will handle like a dream if you convert it, it has enough power to have fun,ithey suck really bad on the highway, but if you really wanna do some hooligan riding, i would look to ktm, aprilia, husky, etc IMO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Todd#43 Posted May 27, 2009 Report Share Posted May 27, 2009 The S is way different than the SM for sure. Swingarm, forks, and some other stuff. I looked hard at the DRZ's before I bought my KTM, but honestly they're way underpowered and suck balls on the freeway.If you're interested in a 2002 KTM Duke II, let me know. I may sell mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Putty Posted May 27, 2009 Report Share Posted May 27, 2009 Does look beat. Although, he appears to live in a nice area, so he may actually take really good care of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V4junkie Posted May 27, 2009 Report Share Posted May 27, 2009 ^ b.a.!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Putty Posted May 27, 2009 Report Share Posted May 27, 2009 Now we can end it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
that dude Posted May 27, 2009 Report Share Posted May 27, 2009 Now we can end it...putty is that yours, if so fuckin badd ass Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Putty Posted May 27, 2009 Report Share Posted May 27, 2009 putty is that yours, if so fuckin badd ass Shits no....I wish it was. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sara_Rides Posted May 27, 2009 Report Share Posted May 27, 2009 Those red-grooved tires are hot...wonder if they come in pink? or purple or teal, which would match the bike I'm going to get perfect..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magley64 Posted May 27, 2009 Report Share Posted May 27, 2009 here ya go sara...http://www.cycletires.com/Innova/mxtires.htmlhttp://www.cycletires.com/gallery.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Putty Posted May 27, 2009 Report Share Posted May 27, 2009 Lets discuss your AV. Full size to my email.....stat! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSVDon Posted May 28, 2009 Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 End this thread. Noa!! + 1 billion! SXV FTMFW!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jermattak Posted May 28, 2009 Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 since everyone is posting sumo pics.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSVDon Posted May 28, 2009 Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 ^Doh!If I had the choice between a KTM and the SXV I think it'd be a hard choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jermattak Posted May 28, 2009 Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 ^^ Choice meat right there. thank you, thank you:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSVDon Posted May 28, 2009 Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 Easy. Split the difference and buy the Husky. Nah. I'm too much of a brand loyal hooker. I like both the KTM and Ape. I think the only one I don't seem to like is Ducati's Hypermotard. Haven't figured out why yet though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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