Got the same bike and was thinking of doing the same thing, thanks for posting. The KLX 300 is capable of reaching a top speed of 160 km/h. Im in the market for a reliable, fun SM. It depends on what youre looking for. DRZ is better for canyon carving and frwy. Those are crazy expensive prices compared to the midwest. If you want a powerful bike thats fun to ride, go for the KLX. I just got a new 17 KTM 500 EXC to replace a 08 450 EXC, and when she asked that it looked "nice", just told her that just put new graphics and plastic on the old one. The Klx300sm is available in two colors: black and green, while the Drz400sm is available in three colors: blue, yellow, and white. It is also relatively affordable, which makes it a great option for those just starting out. Both were set up with common jetting and perfomance mods. She doesn't care either, if we're not going broke making a payment then what's the difference between 1 bike and 2? When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Copyright ThumperTalk, Inc. - All rights reserved.ThumperTalk is a registered trademark. (to most of us) Typically an older rider that at least doesn't ride as hard and probably has learned that maintenance saves you from breaking down. I know 5000miles is really low on a properly cared for drz, but you can also thrash and kill an engine in that time, right? Or is it better to stick with the old school dual sports?Merch:https://teespring.com/stores/jhmotorclubStay Up to Date:Instagram: JHMotorClubMy brother's channel, JH Motorsport: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyb3BeWc-JgLw_CumJka7dQChapters:Intro: 0:00WR250R and DRZ400 Overview, what we know about the KLX300: 0:48First Swap onto the WR250R: 2:42First Impressions of the DRZ400: 4:37Talking KLX300 vs. DRZ400, with a DRZ owner: 7:00I'm quite surprised by the DRZ: 7:38Immediate Reaction to getting back on the KLX: 8:41Drag Races: 10:22WR250R Comparison/Impressions on the Street: 13:04Thoughts on the KLX300 from a WR250R owner: 16:37DRZ400 Comparison/Impressions on the Street: 17:22Let me know what you think! http://www.thumpertalk.com/topic/972833-wide-ratio-gears-but-no-six-speed/, (You must log in or sign up to reply here. The KLX300 is a newer bike, and it shows. However, the CRF300L is a bit more agile and has a higher top speed. Almost 100% set on a new drz. Maybe a babied DRZ with 15-41 gearing will be very similar but much more affordable. Also I like the versatility of a 6-speed transmission as the KLX has. The dealer is at $7500 plus assembly, delivery, tax, etc Ill be at $9000. While DRZ isnt, You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. I struggled with the same thing when I bought my drz new in 06. It just didn't do it for me. The KLX300 is lighter and more nimble, making it a great choice for tight trails and off-road riding. Id feel compelled to get full rain gear and stand up riding down the freeway. Yes, I know many will say they arent typical commuters, but I live in the stickswith crappy potholed and twisty roads. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. The KLX300 weighs in at 298 pounds and has a fuel capacity of 2.6 gallons. what are the differences between the drz 400 and the klx 400. Thats not my intent, just having fun calling them turds. Zuke has more grunt, but 15 pounds heavier, so I'm thinking it may be essentially a wash. Ahh, an actual Dr.Z owner. It is my first bike and I have it set up as a light weight ADV bike. Nope. A 2013 with 5k is lucky to bring 3500-4000 here. The DRZ400 is a great bike because it is extremely versatile. First owner tipped it over in his driveway and broke his leg. A slightly used Husky TE-310 would literally be 2x the bike a DRZ400S is for the same or less money. Which in your opinion would be the better overall bike? Both bikes fill the same bill, it doesn't make sense to keep both. For more information, please see our Hi Ben. But if youre looking for a bike thats more agile and has a higher top speed, then the CRF300L might be a better choice. Required fields are marked *. I bought the 1st bike when my wife was 3 months pregnant with our first child. By I randomly bought the DRZ to flip and just liked it. The WR couldn't haul it, so the KLX did. Eventually, I learned to carry more speed and keep my feet on the pegs to allow the suspension to do the work. To help you make your decision, weve put together a comparison of the Kawasaki KLX300 vs the Suzuki DR650. Hey all. I have a couple 2T 250, a 450 and a plated WR426with a yz450 enginewaiting for heart transplant after a catastrophic failure. I found a pretty good deal on a 2005f650gs with really low miles. Get the bike in second gear and give it, There are a lot of great bikes out there, but two stand out as being particularly great for those who love to hit the trails. The KLX has nearly 6k miles on it, with about 4k with the 351 kit. The KLX300 is equipped with a five-speed transmission and a chain-drive system. We use cookies to improve your experience on this website and so that ads you see online can be tailored to your online browsing interests. Its powered by a 650cc four-stroke engine that produces 47 horsepower. The DRZ400, on the other hand, is a tried and tested machine. Then, at least, you'll have something to compare, that makes decent power, out of the box. WHere do you live? Im pretty set on it now. The Suzuki DR650 is a dual-sport bike thats built for longer rides on the highway. My 2001 E has never let me down and is as solid and clean as most 2015 bikes. The DRZ motor will run 50-100,000 miles with maintenance. Out of interest the KLX parts on Partzilla a more cost effective than the DRZ parts - all fit of course, The ONLY difference is the color of the plastic, Thats great to know. No, I mean I paid a TOTAL of 4600. Its not as powerful as the KLX, but its still a very capable bike. Hi Squishy. She didn't even give me crap when I got T boned by a pickup in town last year! Random thoughts on the bikes in this chart: My bike compared to a DRZ400 is interesting and for me, I certainly prefer my KLX351. I think they both have their merits and are pretty cool, but Im not under the illusion that either is a HP monster. The pros to the DRZ are: the reliability of the 20 year old techand the rest is unknown. But how do they compare to each other? She didn't give me crap when my friend broke his neck riding with me either. Ive narrowed my search down to the new klx300sm and the drz400sm. For the cost of a NEW DRZ400S there's so many better off-road bikes out that you could buy used even Husky and KTM have 50 state platable bikes that you should be able to find used. Heres a step-by-step guide to help you wheelie your DRZ400. Is her car parked on the street cause your bike is in her spot? The DRZ400 is a bit more powerful and has a wider range of gears, making it better suited for open terrain. :( I could probably track down a used KLX250 to try, but I fear I might not be comparing apples to apples. Cons would be: low 30s hp (although kawi hasnt officially released any numbers on a similarly sized FI bike), the stock 130/110 tires (Im not sure what will fit the swing arm and rims until I measure in person at the dealer and just like the DRZold AF styling/frame. It can be used for both off-road and on-road riding. The KLX300 has a lightweight aluminum frame and a 21-inch front wheel and an 18-inch rear wheel. DRZ400sm: $7500, carburated, 5 speed. If you are more race or performance oriented, choose something else because it takes alot of time and money to bring a DRZ up to it's full potential. I recently picked up a super cheap, gently used, DRZ400E 2001 model and have been adventurizing it on the cheap. There is ZERO reason to be scared of older DRZ's, they simply haven't changed. It was hard to sell the DRZ, but I did and set the KLX up for me. I have a KLX300 and I've ridden my friends DRZ400E. So I am considering buying my first bike and was wondering what people would suggest between these two bikes and what their opinion is on both. I wouldn't worry about the klx proven reliability though. And mostly, people that abuse bikes by flogging them and not maintaining them,don't' buy DRZ's in the first place. The WR250R also has, Your email address will not be published. I prefer lighter SMs to bigger bikes ie bmws etc. By continuing to browse our site you agree to our use of data and cookies. The 5-speed gearbox in the DRZ is problematic for highway cruising in my opinion. Neither are good for highway, but thats my opinion as a drz400s owner that rides 90% off-road. KLX is better for tight twisty (moto gymkhana), 125ish agility. Lets take a closer look. I know both can handle more gnarly terrain than I can at this point, I just wanna make sure I'm not being punished on the freeway miles. I've owned both.If it was between the two, I'd go DRZ400. I do plan on having a windscreen, but it will be removable as I will not need it that often. KLX300sm: $6000, fuel injected, 6 speed. The KLX 300 has a dry weight of 102 kg and a wet weight of 112 kg. Ain't broke, don't fix it. The current DR-Z400 is a good bike, but it could be so much better. I have some Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tires coming, I will post pics and impression when I get them mounted up. He is also a published author. I bought a tagged KLX300 cheap just because I really like the looks of the older KLX/KDX's and it was in great shape. OP didn't say that. Is it built like a tank? I have a KLX300 and I've ridden my friends DRZ400E. PulpMX Show 541 Cooper Webb, Jordon Smith & Colt Nichols with Kris Keefer & Randy Richardson, Weege Show: Chatting with Sexton After A Breakthrough Win, Why is MotoGP Huge? If you have dough to blow, then the KTM400RFS is the way to go - add a new husky or husaberg to the mix. Way to go, Ricky. Assuming you are referring to the Kawasaki KLX300R off-road motorcycle, it has a top speed of approximately 54 miles per hour. The dealer won't let me ride the new KLX. Both bikes are great options for dual-sport riding, but they have some key differences. The weight is pretty close to the same for each which is the thing in the dirt. You are using an out of date browser. I used to have the z geared really low for the gnarly tight pacific northwest single track I ride. Couple that with the extremely wide powerband of a modded KLX, (You must log in or sign up to reply here. The trans just feels better from a gearing perspective. Or is it better to stick with the old school dual sports?Merch. Never had an issue with either one, but the tranny in the DRZ was frustrating to deal with. The bike has a dry weight of 128 kg (282 lb). Discussion in 'Thumpers' started by rickypanecatyl, Feb 11, 2014. Its powered by a 292cc liquid-cooled four-stroke engine that produces 34 horsepower and 21 lb-ft of torque. Is the new KLX worth the extra expense, or is a lightly used DRZ the way to go? It has KX250 suspension. Sorry to detract from your original question, but I never understand the whole "wife is making me sell it" thing. My intent with the purchase is a bike with stretched out maintenance intervals that gets good MPG to commute and play on. Try to get a test ride on each one and see what you think. Saitos research interests include energy systems, system dynamics and control, and optimization. By continuing to browse our site you agree to our use of data and cookies. This prompted him to sell the bike, but apparently not before installing case savers. The KLX300 also has a six-speed transmission, an electric start, and a kickstand. It's a known fact that the KLX is faster than the DRZ because it's green. Side-By-Side; Compare All Motorcycles NOW COMPARING. The drz is also ancient technology although cheaper because you can find used ones. Yes. The KLX 300 is a dual-sport motorcycle that was introduced in 1997. Unless it's been abused, a 2010 is as good as a 20upper teens. A 2007 DRZ, and 2010 KLX. It's the safe, reliable choice. Now, I'm back at 16/44 gearing on the same trails with far less clutch work. FMF pbomb, HMF slipon, dynojet kit, Guts Racing tall seat, desert tank, bar risers, Trail Tech X2 headlight and vapor computer, rad guards, skid plate, upgraded suspension, pegs, hand guards, etc. I agree, the stats are similar: KLX 33hp, 21 tq and DRZ 33hp 26tq. It is an awesome bike and I still have it! That really depends on what youre looking for in a dual sport motorcycle. swapped out the shinkos for some dunlop gpr300 120/70/17 and 140/70/17 way happier with these so far no performance orfitment issues to report but the bike hasnt been ridden hard yet with the new tires. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. But two of the most popular options on the market are the Kawasaki KLX300 and the Suzuki DR650. Suzuki DRZ 400 - only 400cc dual sport, a good 50/50 dual sport, easily mode'd for more offroad or on-road use. By Should I roll the dice on the klx being a complete turd or be safe buying the more expensive, yet possibly slightly faster turd? Haha I'm trying to justify the extra expense. ill be switching back to 100%street tires soon. Thanks for your reply! Which in your opinion would be the better overall bike? Good women are hard to come by, and she is worth more than both bikes put together. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Copyright ThumperTalk, Inc. - All rights reserved.ThumperTalk is a registered trademark. It's the old motor with FI. We use data about you for a number of purposes explained in the links below. I understand there was a 2004 . #242 shrubitup and NC Rick like this. ). What's it like? By Really torn between the new KLX 300 and DRZ400. It has a seat height of 35 inches and a dry weight of just over 250 pounds. Does the KLX300 really have any modern features? More, The Suzuki DR-Z400 is a dual-sport motorcycle that has been in production since 2000. (That, and they come with a 2-year/24,000 mile factory warranty. What would you do? It's well overdue for an update. Plus they are 50 state street legal. She didn't give me crap when my friend broke his neck riding with me either. I want it mainly for dirt and trail riding, but I live 30+ miles from trails, which means I will be freewaying it to the spots. $9k is pretty expensive for what it is, but what are ya gonna do? I'm a big fan of honda XR's, so I definitely feel ya. Also I like the versatility of a 6-speed transmission as the KLX has. I used to own one. Additionally, the DRZ400 has great suspension and is very reliable. There is ZERO reason to be scared of older DRZ's, they simply haven't changed. It seems it is a popular question as of late. Whowould put on case savers after deciding to sell their bike? The KLX is much better geared and just chugs along in 1st gear on tight trails which the DRZ won't do as well when geared to do 55mph at cruise. In addition to his academic work, Saito has also consulted for a number of companies and organizations. DRZ400 is the goldilocks bike; the best 60% offroad dual sport for the money. December 10, 2017 in DRZ400/E/S/SM. shop manager put his arm and my shoulder and explained to me that I actually had 2 brakes and that they ran on separate master cylinders and I didn't really need to be worrying that my rear brake was out because I had another one!). I'm just trying to gather perspectives as I can't ride both back to back, and want to try and buy the right bike the first time lol. I would go with the more modern, fuel injected machine if it were me. 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