To celebrate the new Mad Max movie, I decided to go bike camping out in the Nevada desert with only what I could load on the rear cargo rack of my DRZ400. As you would imagine, it was loaded down with a ridiculous amount of gear. Everything from a spare gas can to tools to […]
We don’t always write about great deals and parts for motorcycles outside of our beloved DR-Z400 and other DRZ bikes but when we come across a great website with great prices we just have to share it. MotoGateway.com is a new motorcycle parts and accessories online store offering high quality parts, accessories, and other gear […]
These lightweight mirrors by Bikemaster are a great, low-cost way to reduce the weight of you DRZ400. These oval mirrors are constructed with a lightweight polymer and are engineered for aerodynamic efficiency. I recently busted one of my mirrors and decided to try a set of these oval mirrors. The first thing I noticed about […]
Keeping your DRZ400 as light as possible is one of the best ways to increase performance. It’s simple physics, a smaller mass requires less thrust to achieve the same acceleration. Your DRZ400’s battery is often one of the heaviest components next to the engine. A great way to reduce weight is to choose a modern […]
When it comes to tires on your DRZ400 there is no “one-size-fits-all” solution, sorry folks. We found a set of tires that comes pretty close. To illustrate why these tires are so versatile we’re going to briefly breakdown the different types of tires. There’s off road tires that are designed for anything that isn’t paved […]
Do you want to make your DRZ400 more powerful? Of course you do. In this article you’ll learn about if your chain is holding you back and what you can do to fix that. Traditionally, chains were made in a configuration that is now known as the Non-O Ring Chain or just regular chains. These […]
In modifying your DRZ400, there are small tweaks and there are game changers. Today, we’re talking about seriously adding power to your DRZ400. How? The Powerbomb Header, an expertly engineered header for your exhaust assembly. This header will supply your engine with superior air flow, resulting in shorter throttle response times and reduced sound output. […]
I’m tired of using the stock seat that came with my DRZ400, long rides are painful endeavors. After some research I decided to try out this adventure track seat. The seat’s inner pads are made of soft “Saddlegel” that you sink into, it’s similar to memory foam but a little bit stiffer. The seat is […]
Light up your license plate with this plastic LED light and show off that sweet vanity plate we all know you have. Or get closer to registering your DR-Z400 as a street legal motorcycle. Either way you won’t spend very much money on this solid piece of equipment. The LED lights will outlive their incandescent […]
The back fender on my DR-Z400 is nothing but trouble, its time to get rid of it. Why do I hate back fenders? Glad you asked, here are my reasons: It gets in the way when I need to work on my engine Scratches easily and consequently looks terrible More real estate to clean when […]
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