🤑 How to make a Suzuki DRZ 400 BETTER 🤑 (not a Bike Build video)

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  • @DARIVSARCHITECTVS
    @DARIVSARCHITECTVS 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    This is FAR BETTER than a build video. It's an inspection and maintenance video, just what a motorcycle owner needs.

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree.. But this video Will be watched by very few, because people like pretty colors not greasing bearings

    • @DARIVSARCHITECTVS
      @DARIVSARCHITECTVS 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@vegasromaniac Why would you say that? Just because you're not using Everide's drone over the Grand Canyon doesn't mean that motorcycle owners like me aren't actively searching for and finding your videos. I decided to research the DRZ-400 and search led me straight to you, and you provided PRECISELY what I was looking for, in depth insight into the maintenance and upgrades for the DRZ, because I love fixer-uppers. I ride a 1944 DKW NZ-350/1 from Nazi Germany, a BMW R1150GS ADV, a Yamaha TW-200 (Fun!) and was interested in what the DRZ had to offer.

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DARIVSARCHITECTVS haha , i appreciate the views man , but im afraid this world need more people like you, but most will like pretty stuff like painted frame and stuff like that .. next week im posting a video on this drz , doing pretty stuff to it, just watch how its gonna take off like a rocket ! #sad

    • @DARIVSARCHITECTVS
      @DARIVSARCHITECTVS 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@vegasromaniac Well, you have the power to CHOOSE your target audience by what you post. It you want to target a huge wide audience, make Hollywood glitzy videos that have all the graphics and don't bother with the actual how-to details. Be another Yammie Noob or Jake the Snake and like them, have worthless content for mechanics and people who do their own maintenance. If you want to speak to this of us who turn a wrench to save a dime, that will be a select few, but a loyal few who actually want to learn something.

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DARIVSARCHITECTVS agreed, it's just hard when you pour your soul and money in to a vidoe and nobody it's watching it, while others get a stupid press and crush golf balls and get millions of views

  • @rvkelly85
    @rvkelly85 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The axle doesn’t need grease for the bearings it’s for easier removal later, anti-seize is what’s recommended.

  • @estradamoto1
    @estradamoto1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    I love ur take on bike maintenance I am the same way people waste so much time making their bike pretty and over replacing parts when they could be spending that money on gas to go riding excellent video and thank you for once again representing the rider community that doesn't need to spend 10k on new ktm. Love the vids !

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      It's my special notch on TH-cam, I hope I can get more people like you watching. Thank you

    • @estradamoto1
      @estradamoto1 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you and you definatley will the truth will set people free !

  • @fordfairmont3472
    @fordfairmont3472 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    "i don't live my life in fear" yes!

    • @alf9638
      @alf9638 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You posted so I didn't have to :D

  • @novicereloader
    @novicereloader 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    There are so many videos showing how to blow your money. Your humility in making this video and discussing your mistake with the bolts makes this truly useful. Thank you!

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks man.. I appreciate the comment

  • @chaseothernouns2510
    @chaseothernouns2510 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The bolts were driving you nuts. Gold.

  • @petebjerkelund5088
    @petebjerkelund5088 หลายเดือนก่อน

    As a new DRZ owner (not a new rider), your video and approach here is Gold. Thanks man.

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Awesome enjoy the bike

  • @z3r0byte
    @z3r0byte 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great video, educational with a nice looking ride at the end. Keep’em coming!

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching man, I'm glad you found it useful

  • @LuckyNikitaBoba
    @LuckyNikitaBoba 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The quality of your videos is getting better. You mix light hearted jokes ....this is great! Keep up the great work.

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching man, I appreciate the incouragenent, I need a better studio, that's what I need but I have to much shit in the garage...

    • @LuckyNikitaBoba
      @LuckyNikitaBoba 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Vegas RoManiac I want you to get more subscribers and views. Try this. Make another version of this video but call it “The Top 5 Ways to Make Your DRZ-400 Better Again.” Just go over the same points that you’ve covered. I think you will get more and new people to your channel. I think the name is very important. Check out JAMMIENOOB and MCRIDER. I think those guys are con artists but there’s a reason they have lots of subscribers. YOU are authentic . Those guys are not. You already have the personality to be more successful.

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@LuckyNikitaBoba thanks man , i will look in to your advice !

  • @andygee8284
    @andygee8284 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I watched your video some time ago and agreed with you regarding not greasing the axle. On my last service I decided to grease the axle to see any difference. To my surprise it has made a considerable improvement when rolling. I would just like to add, one of the best performance upgrades I have done on my 2019 drz400e would be a good quality cooling fan. I didn't think it would do much when I installed it but it has improved engine performance noticeably.

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's awesome man.. Good to hear

  • @notgnar8506
    @notgnar8506 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This video is a real breath of fresh air! Love the knowledge and attitude!

  • @harrynut3044
    @harrynut3044 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    As usual, i love your logic, because its common sense, something 97% of Americans have lost over the last 40 years. Referencing the "Bearings", the "throw away culture" will say, its old, replace it, its only 15 bucks, however taking it out and repacking it with grease, will keep it from failing and will most likely last the life time of the owner of the bike. This is how most people "thought", up until the late 1970's, then the "Throw away" Culture really took off via the Oligarchy's.

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah, man, they got indoctrinated but the corporations buy buy buy

  • @billfulton2273
    @billfulton2273 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Although I do not have a bike similar to your 400, I always learn something from your videos, in this case watching carefully as you checked your valve clearance. Thanks for posting.

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      If you have a 4t valve check it's a must..

  • @timsworld8711
    @timsworld8711 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love my 03 DRZ400E-Start. I bought it new in 04. I added a kick starter kit to it not the best bike out there by far but for what I have invested into it its been a very good, fun and reliable bike.

  • @Racerjames666
    @Racerjames666 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Just an addendum:
    If you live in wet, nasty climates (esp coastal salt water) a little coat of grease on axles and swingarm bolt is advisable. They *will* gall and seize over time. Ounce of prevention for a pound of brass drift and cursing.

    • @beyondupnorth
      @beyondupnorth ปีที่แล้ว

      My thoughts too, I have seen them rust if left sitting too long. Same with the front Mai. Swing arm bolt. I had to put bike on its side in my 40 ton press to break the rust on that bolt. In a ideal world that would not get left untouched long enough to rust but sure sucks if it does

  • @jamesb1412
    @jamesb1412 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the video.
    The DRZ is one of my favourite bikes. I did find that I had to adjust the valve clearances a few times. I haven’t had to adjust them on other enduro bikes.

  • @talon0863
    @talon0863 5 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    I guess a little coat of grease on the axel is for corrosion protection from rain and water crossings?

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      My axle it's aluminum, can't really corrode

    • @talon0863
      @talon0863 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@vegasromaniac Cool beans. BTW, I heard about Kile's $250 thing. I could only watch half of his video because I started to get brain damage. He is getting reamed by the community in the comment section. You should see the comments over there.

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@talon0863 haha I read them, also I left one but he removed it. Btw I was thinking to do a parody video of that, but I'm charging 10k for advice and I talk in Borat voice? What you think?

    • @talon0863
      @talon0863 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@vegasromaniac I think you'd smart to leave it alone. There is more power in what you are doing with the DRZ which is clearly the polar opposite of his direction anyway. Like with the bearings, sometimes it is just the grease has turned into hard plastic. Clean, inspect and regrease, It says so right in the manual.

    • @Gravelcruiser
      @Gravelcruiser 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      I understand your take on greasing the axle because you live in a drier climate. In the Midwest it's wise to use grease or anti sieze on the axles.on a used and abused bike I once purchased, the axle was so siezed to the bearings I had to use a press to take the axle out. Even aluminum will corrode and become very stuck when in contact with steel bearing races.

  • @BrokenSprocket
    @BrokenSprocket 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video Vegas I enjoy your money saving ideas and you did a great job on this bike. Looks like a fun bike to ride....

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks man, yeah I fit in a difrent notch on TH-cam, saving a buck

  • @noahschamp5122
    @noahschamp5122 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a little mini bike and when I bought it I rebuilt it. The front axle had no grease on it and was seized in the wheel. I eventually got it out by tapping the end with a screw driver and hammer. But the axle was corroded and had rust all over the axle. So in my opinion a little layer of grease should be added

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      A little layer works to be honest the bearings if greased properly will leak enough grease to keep things in check

  • @GladiusJon
    @GladiusJon 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Showing some love to the drz. Love it!

  • @TomsTinkeringandAdventures
    @TomsTinkeringandAdventures 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That DRZ can run a long time with minimum maintenance. I might not do things exactly the same as you, but it appears that we both get it done! Nice job.

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks man.. Yeah drz it's bulletproof

  • @SWTrailsAndWheels
    @SWTrailsAndWheels 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome vid. I'm looking for a used DRZ and this is super useful. I agree that aftermarket mods often lead to undesirable and unexpected results.

  • @glennmuir5617
    @glennmuir5617 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. Informative and you have a good sense of humor. Cheers.

  • @MrTmax74
    @MrTmax74 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude, you have a great channel. I like the way you approach this and your video work. 🤘

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  ปีที่แล้ว

      I need more people like you ..

  • @ComfyDadShoes
    @ComfyDadShoes ปีที่แล้ว

    Common maintenance and DIY motorcycle work was intimidating to me for a while, but it’s way less scary after you build up some tools and knowledge. Just throwing myself into saves me $ finally

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Awesome man. Yeah I've started with nothing

  • @25wasthespeedlimit40
    @25wasthespeedlimit40 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. I had a hell of a time getting the rear axle out one day so I make sure there's a little grease on it now.

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks... Yeah grease for Me makes it harder, I don't have water so corrosion is not a problem

  • @corytryon6374
    @corytryon6374 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video!! Love your TH-cam!! I watch them all. Keep up the good work. Thanks for the money saving tips!! Always looking forward to your next video!! Thanks again, MOTO IS LIFE!👍🏻

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are to kind in your comments I need more people like you. Sunday it's Moab video good single track

    • @corytryon6374
      @corytryon6374 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sweet. Can't wait. 👍🏻

  • @690ADV
    @690ADV 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    As usual great vid bro! keep it up and the 400 is a beast!

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks man, I hope the bike turns out great...

    • @690ADV
      @690ADV 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@vegasromaniac I am sure it will!

  • @brandonbrower5271
    @brandonbrower5271 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome video! I have a 2001 drz400e and this was extremely informational and helpful

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm glad you enjoyed it

  • @rosarioroberto5823
    @rosarioroberto5823 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Brilliant detailed video,
    I'm glad I found your channel, keep producing more drz videos 🇺🇲🍾🎉🇺🇲

  • @spacecowboyrides4762
    @spacecowboyrides4762 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great maintenance video. I don't like wasting money on plastic and bling either. I figured if my bike runs like it's supposed to and looks like crap it would be less likely to get stolen.

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's the same way I think, my bike will be the last one stolen from the parking lot

  • @flyinbryan125
    @flyinbryan125 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video. Replace only what is damaged. Would be great to show people how you pack grease into the open bearings (like the steering head bearing). Thanks for another good video!

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      There are a million of videos on the packing grease

  • @LowestDifficulty
    @LowestDifficulty ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nicely done video i like your style of just upkeeping things and saving money and just enjoying your machine and the ride. I like to make things clean but not so perfect that you dont want to ride it. This video is awesome advice, thank you bro 🤘🤘🤘

  • @ironthumb3048
    @ironthumb3048 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video! I like how you explain everything that you are doing..also it must be laundry day for you.its the first time I have seen you wear a sweatshirt.its usually a tee shirt😀

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That day was freezing balls, and usually I wait but I wanted to finish that video.. Haha

  • @googleuser1522
    @googleuser1522 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like your money saving philosophy instead of blowing money for no reason

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      If I spend less, I have to work less so I have better experiences in life because I have more free time to do what I like

  • @patmac7139
    @patmac7139 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for making this video! This is going to help me out a ton! I just subbed.
    It made me very happy when you said, “grease nee-pull”, haha!

  • @brett7954
    @brett7954 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey bro your channel is awesome. Also on the axel what your doing is good you have hands on your bike often. For people who don’t touch their bikes for a long time say over 12 months a light coat of grease is good if they are riding through water and wet conditions. Awesome videos man

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I agreed my axle always gets some runaway grease from the bearings... But yeah it helps if you ride in wet

    • @brett7954
      @brett7954 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Vegas RoManiac legend bro. Might have to come ride sometime

  • @nostalgicbaainaar9751
    @nostalgicbaainaar9751 5 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    People always carry on about how reliable Hondas are, but these Suzukis are built like brick shit houses and are easily as reliable. My RMX 250 is 20 years old and she just keeps trucking. Amazingly tough machines these Suzukis are.

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      This is my first one but yeah, they were low performance high durability

    • @GeneralNOH
      @GeneralNOH 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hondas havent been mega reliable since the XRs. And while the XR400 is probably a little better than the DRZ400 in some reguards, unless you can get a mint condition XR or want to spend a lot getting it back to its former glory youre probably better off buying a newer DRZ.
      The RMX are great, their only downfall is the powervalve which can be catastrophic. But they are more powerful than a comparable bike like the KDX or DT

  • @ichibangrom9735
    @ichibangrom9735 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good Job Bro!!!! Love your videos!! Thanks for the post

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching man, I appreciate the time and the great comment

  • @575ban
    @575ban 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I grease the axle because here in the UK we have water that keeps coming down from the sky. It creates puddles, bogs and rivers. Occasionally the bike encounters these phenomenons and there is a chance that said water will find its ways into the space where the axle lives. The grease helps prevent damage that the water can cause and I like being proactive 👍. Plus, I like greasing my axle shafts 😂

    • @575ban
      @575ban 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Does it drive you nuts, or drive you bolts 🤔 😂 👍

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Haha, I see your point, misterios substance, we have it here in bottles but nobody drinks it for the same reason, btw the grease and fine sand here makes the axle come out hard, so yeah no water no problem I guess

  • @kinguin7
    @kinguin7 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hey now, Golden Boys are a solid 50/50 tire!
    Not praise worthy off road for sure, but they do the job, are super cheap, and are good on road with like a 6k mile life.

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah, I got a shinko 705 next, I just hate the low profile, of the golden Tyre

  • @garyvelasco2859
    @garyvelasco2859 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    that is the videos expected by everyone, really nice way to improve tyhe bike just with the basics not fancy stuff that will make a hole in your pocket.

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha, you will be verry dissapointed if you see the video I posted Today.. But I agree this is the video that should get the views not the one I made today

  • @riffraff8426
    @riffraff8426 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your vlog is brilliant. Thank you. Some humour is very good

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad to have you here bud...

    • @riffraff8426
      @riffraff8426 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@vegasromaniac 👍

  • @DirtBikingwithDonnie
    @DirtBikingwithDonnie 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks like you got it ready. All bikes should have grease fittings on linkage and swing arm bearings. Makes so much sense.

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Right? I ended up greasing manually because I didn't have a good grease fun but now there is one on Amazon shopping list

  • @posterlion
    @posterlion 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. Great trail ride. I enjoyed it. :)

  • @mattkelly2938
    @mattkelly2938 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i just found your channel love it!!!

  • @harrynut3044
    @harrynut3044 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Glad you added the Riding footage ! That outside Vegas?

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yes, right by where I work, Mt Charleston

  • @caccia4
    @caccia4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I know this is an old video ... but for what it is worth I am willing to bet that the spacer they installed on the FMF exhaust belonged up by the muffler to move it out a bit. I have seen rear tires hit FMF muffler on compression especially if you are running an aggressive tread. always appreciate your content

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  ปีที่แล้ว

      Happy to have you here man , few people watch my videos lately

    • @pandamoto
      @pandamoto ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@vegasromaniacI looked at the views for your videos and it's how how they have gone down over time. A year ago you where getting 2500 per video and now it's closer to 500. It's sad and because the quality of your content is amazing. Don't give up man your channel is amazing

  • @joedart2932
    @joedart2932 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great bike..cool you bought the kick start model which is 20 pounds lighter than the e and s model and appears much easier to start than my xr 400! I would recommend a set of 20 dollar case savers.... If you up grade the tank get the 4 gallon IMS which helps protect the radiator. Other than that stiffer springs make a huge improvement on the suspension and is a relatively cheap upgrade. Enjoyed the vid!

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      All good advice, Thanks...

  • @WAenduroman
    @WAenduroman 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Going to subscribe. Like your take on maintaining the bike. Sensible and knowledgeable. Funny shit man.

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks man I appreciate the comment and the time writing it

  • @sebreenWA
    @sebreenWA 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. Thanks.

  • @noprojustsharing6506
    @noprojustsharing6506 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    EXCELLENT 👏🏼, I'm sure it's not many Americans watch you, here they are programmed to be super consumers, dispose of as much of their income as possible, give away their money with every opportunity possible on 95% of things. Great video 👍🏼. "I know this is very sexual what you see right now"😂🤣

  • @dominicrodiack7753
    @dominicrodiack7753 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like your style man. Awesome way to go about it.

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks... I appreciate the comment

  • @Trad-Am
    @Trad-Am 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Grease to keep stuff from corrosion seizing to the axle would be the only reason, just makes it easier to remove. More of an issue here in Wa. State where it's wet.

  • @catmandan93
    @catmandan93 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I need a jack like what you found. That thing is awesome!

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Haha yep that thing it's long man..

    • @maxmcvicker
      @maxmcvicker 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cat-Man Dan that’s exactly the same jack my truck has in it for the emergency kit behind the rear seat. So possibly from a salvage. Mine is a Tundra. Find a wrecked one possibly or other maybe some other trucks would have the same type.

  • @jakevanderlinden3411
    @jakevanderlinden3411 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent video, keep up the good work👍
    I'm watching all the way from Australia 🇦🇺

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks man, I appreciate the views...

    • @1Dukecronic
      @1Dukecronic 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      where are you at

    • @randomdude4669
      @randomdude4669 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aye my man

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@1Dukecronic as in where ride? Mt Charleston NV.

    • @1Dukecronic
      @1Dukecronic 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@vegasromaniac man I wish we had places to ride and no cops to worry about no freeriding out this way just pay to ride or cop a ticket lol

  • @parismicaela7508
    @parismicaela7508 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Vegas we need new tires on the DRZ no fear but when you took us in the mountain scenery had me worried I ride Kenda Millville 2 and they're holding up I ride both Street and Dirt 10 rides in all day rides and my knobs are still perfect intermediate soft was the best choice for me to enjoy both worlds thank you for the fresh videos in the morning your always my first notification ha

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching, and for all the info. Btw I made a mistake about posting this video was scheduled for Friday morning, but one wrong click and here we r.. Haba

    • @parismicaela7508
      @parismicaela7508 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@vegasromaniac one more thing about your new business maybe a ttr or smaller bike for customers because it can take beatings

  • @PaulAndersonAndo
    @PaulAndersonAndo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    wish i could ride to see snow,great stuff

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Where you live? I'll mail you some

  • @kostis2849
    @kostis2849 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your style, love your content, greetings from Greece!

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks man I appreciate the views. I'll be in Greece this summer, spend some money help the economy but it will have to be July.. Because I'm flying from Romania. Is July hot in greece? People advised me not to go that time but thets the only time I can

    • @kostis2849
      @kostis2849 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@vegasromaniac Hottest time of the year, assume 36 C daily. Are you going to be in the North,or islands?

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kostis2849 most likely on the islands.. 7 days resort all inclusive kind of a deal. 36 it's hot but Vegas it's 45. I assume it's humid there? Right?

    • @kostis2849
      @kostis2849 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@vegasromaniac All inclusive... boo :P
      Not really humid, depends on the island too.

  • @mixonmachines
    @mixonmachines 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great vid brother !!!

  • @stampydragon2739
    @stampydragon2739 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    The reason why we grease the axel to prevent it rust seizing in place to make it easier to remove when doing maintenance it’s not because we want it to spin it’s just to help slide it out when we next remove it with out having to smack it out as much if you use too heavy grease tho it can make it harder

  • @FirstSuiGeneris
    @FirstSuiGeneris 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dual sport is for fun on and off road! When I want nothing but all dirt I ride my 300 mxc KTM and ride those trails too and most of the time we launch from the pad! : )

  • @Kyokunek
    @Kyokunek 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    subbed man! great video:)

  • @whatsstefon
    @whatsstefon 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    We never greased the axles. We did however use copper grease to help avoid it rusting and seizing in there.

  • @rajkirannatarajan9276
    @rajkirannatarajan9276 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video, choc full of useful advice and way better than some cliched blingbike build video with stock metal music playing and a materialistic and unnecessary desire for new parts lol. Thoroughly enjoyed and hope the DRZ serves your ridewithme business well.

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah we will see, today I have my first customer, a friend from work, he will give it a test drive.. See how it goes..

  • @pete7971
    @pete7971 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I do grease the axle a little to prevent rust on the axle which can make it also harder to pull out.

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah my axles are aluminum, they don't rust, but I see your point

  • @mackbecker4031
    @mackbecker4031 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude I have a 400sm not that it matters but I love your show man the jack and the not living life in fear love it keep the rubber side down..... mack from Antioch CA

  • @raphael_84
    @raphael_84 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I agree ! People should stop spending money for nothing, but just run their bikes more often !
    Thanks for the no bike rebuild video ! 😀👍

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Haha Thanks for watching man. I'm gonna try to do a baling video on this bike, how to make it pretty for verry little money.. I'm thinking black and yellow with maybe some red or blue in it.. What you think?

    • @raphael_84
      @raphael_84 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yellow and black is classic , always a good idea. But maybe you can do something more freeride style : all black with a red RoManiac logo on it 🤟

    • @dr.hugog.hackenbush9443
      @dr.hugog.hackenbush9443 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Everything yellow. Classic 'Zuki. Easy to spot, and a callback to when starting lines were so full of Suzukis that they got the nickname "Yellow fever".

  • @Bryce01650
    @Bryce01650 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Saved me a boatload of money thanks!

  • @peterrobert3223
    @peterrobert3223 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video- common sense for us average guys- we are not all millionaires that can just put on new parts all the time!!!

  • @f18a
    @f18a 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This a really good example of a pragmatic approach to a DRZ refurb. Well done!

  • @TheWesternPacific
    @TheWesternPacific 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really enjoy these kind of videos. I believe that there is freedom to be found by doing things yourself and using common sense when it comes to repairs like you do. I am interested in how you go about buying a used bike, what do you look for? Do you look for low hour bikes (this is how I usually do it but that also means that these bikes are more expensive)? Or is there another way that you do it? Thanks again for the no bs content!

  • @thomasdigs
    @thomasdigs 5 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    You grease the axle so that it does not rust/corrode and wind up impossible to remove from the bike. If you ride in wet conditions this can be a problem even if you remove the axle to repack the wheel bearings often.

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      The axle it's aluminum, can't corrode.. But I see your point if you have a steel axle

    • @thomasdigs
      @thomasdigs 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@vegasromaniac aluminum is the one that corrodes. Steel rusts.

    • @lanceg.8458
      @lanceg.8458 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@vegasromaniac Uhhh, when you don't grease the axle you will need to pound it out when its time to change the tire, causing wear and stress on the bearings. LUBE THAT AXLE!!!

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@lanceg.8458 The opposite, every time I don't grease it, it comes out easy, nothing making it sticky, slides right out..

    • @lanceg.8458
      @lanceg.8458 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@vegasromaniac Thats absolutely crazy talk, but then thats why I come to this channel!!

  • @chrisreynolds3204
    @chrisreynolds3204 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent review.

  • @wordmoney11
    @wordmoney11 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video.....I do grease grease my axels, but I do it to keep water out...cheap insurance...and it does slide in a little better during reassembly...little lube goes a long way brother. ;)

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome great to have you bud , thanks for the comment

  • @nananuu
    @nananuu 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a DRZ S 2007. In december I boight a KTM exc 300, but could not put the DRZ up for sale so I put SM tires on it and use it for comuting. I guess I have a soft hart for the DRZ’s.

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's a special bike with a great following.

  • @cadmonkey928
    @cadmonkey928 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sticking bearing in the triple clamp is a sign of wear in the bearing races. Not necessarily a bad problem but if the races are galling like that then the bearing rollers are too. Those i would have replaced just because everything is apart at that point.

  • @coleparkhurst8962
    @coleparkhurst8962 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well said 👏 it's the mind set, sad to see a society that let's fear override their logic, great vid

  • @dangright9570
    @dangright9570 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bomb proof bike. Way to save that $$. Keep it up

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks man, yeah it's quite bulletproof.

  • @bulletben5837
    @bulletben5837 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice video man.

  • @075075kk
    @075075kk 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice video and great dual-sport bike!
    I'm moving DRZ400S 2004 (beside KTM 990 Adv 2007).
    Problem is that in EU you can't have newer models since it doesn't comply EU norms (ecological, safety, what's so ever).
    Why Suzuki doesn't upgrade it I have no idea but market will be there for those bikes.

  • @candro5510
    @candro5510 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a V-Strom 650 (2005) but I look to buy a DRZ 400 for city and lite off road. I hope to find one back in Romania. In UK I see a lot of rust and the general opinion is that the bikes are not well maintained here. Totally agree that the the scope is to have a totally functional machine rather than one for dispaly.

  • @AndrewBrowner
    @AndrewBrowner 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    subscribed, more videos like this perfect formula and thought method on not replacing every piece you touch... it irritates me when someone spends hundreds of dollars on new plastics for a dirtbike because theyre scratched or slightly faded just to go dump the bike and be back in the same boat.. save the money for fuel and riding gear to make riding more enjoyable

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yep, I've always done it on the cheap , people live life like it's a race, everybody wants to shoot money like a machine gun, but I more like a sniper kind of a guy, every bullet counts

  • @kennethkrajewski9443
    @kennethkrajewski9443 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video my friend! Don't worry about troll- lighter makes you faster. Lol

  • @jackheinemann1994
    @jackheinemann1994 ปีที่แล้ว

    I put the tiniest smear of a coating of grease on my axle to prevent, or atleast minimise corrosion. It is good practice. It makes it easy to pull apart too... Pull apart a 50 year old bike with a siezed axle and youll appreciate it, it keeps it shiny too

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Maybe it's a desert thing .. here in Vegas there is no rust

    • @jackheinemann1994
      @jackheinemann1994 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@vegasromaniac Where I am in Australia rust really isn't an issue either, but go through a water crossing and get that stuff moist and it'll rust

  • @graeme5364
    @graeme5364 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very good interesting video thanks for posting very informative and helpful.

  • @MrSpeed396
    @MrSpeed396 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good video I’m wondering why you didn’t put new fluid in the forks ?

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If not broken, don't fix it.. Right. Haha yeah that's true changing fluid it's a good way to maitain internal components, but as long as it doesn't leak, I usually don't open the forks.

  • @Danman1972
    @Danman1972 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Also, I think that bike has an auto decomp on the cam, but the lever is if your kicking it. It looks as if you have a "kicker" or dirt only model. Those little small wires were for aftermarket "street legal" kit that someone hacked or cobbled together. Use a thicker gauge wire with better insulation. Invest in a open terminal crimp tool and extraction pin set. Then get some decent connectors on wires. Use conductive grease in them to keep water out. From regular washing. Also, those are dot legal tires that blow hard! Mich AC10 tires are great if you want to stay DOT approved. If you don't care run something else. The DRZ was sprung a bit soft from the get go and will benefit from a heavier fork and shock springs if not out right re-valve. If its a earlier year one and you can locate some 96 RM conventional forks I think they are a straight drop in and are way better than what is one there. You can get them cheap and rebuild them from Ebay.

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sounds like it.. Yeah I took the lever off, never missed it

  • @davidlee5875
    @davidlee5875 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good vid vegas

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, I appreciate the views

  • @brianricoh3242
    @brianricoh3242 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ask how many mechanics have had to take a torch to get an axle out cause it froze up , dissimilar metals that contact with each other can corrode together, thats why you grease the axle.

  • @ciccorilla
    @ciccorilla 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very good explanations.

  • @michaelanderson9914
    @michaelanderson9914 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have the same squeaky spring.

  • @KolgazTV
    @KolgazTV 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    you are a legend

  • @calvacoca
    @calvacoca 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    The never ending track 😯

  • @misfit8915
    @misfit8915 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Don’t live your life on fear people. Good advice

  • @mrmr1682
    @mrmr1682 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great! From Italy

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome man Italy's awesome I'm going to visit it soon

  • @Ki-qd4hw
    @Ki-qd4hw 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    תותח אהבתי ונרשמתי מסביר ומפרט ויש יגע ללמוד... בעל drz 400sm מאושר

  • @lensperspective9753
    @lensperspective9753 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love to see a fellow Nevadan, if God lets it, we will cross-paths

    • @vegasromaniac
      @vegasromaniac  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      One day one day

    • @lensperspective9753
      @lensperspective9753 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Vegas RoManiac Bring some Wasr Aks when ya come back, too! Haha

  • @dirtbikeplug
    @dirtbikeplug 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    already has the Fcr39 that's a plus!

  • @PistonSlap
    @PistonSlap 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    The only reason I could think of putting anything on the axle would be to prevent rust from water crossings....then again the axle seals should keep the water out. Your facial expression when running that jack up...lol.