Customizing a 2005 DR-Z400E


As requested by the client this DR-Z got quite a few upgrades aside from the regular maintenance it got before being delivered.

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The Suzuki started out looking like this, someone definitely liked Makita equipment…

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All the old decals were removed from the gas tank and side panels. Fully cleaned, sanded and polished to look like new.

New wheel bearings were fitted, as well as new sprockets and chain.

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Installed a new rear and front fender. Also mounted an Acerbis engine guard, some frame protectors and re-painted exhaust heat shield.

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Final result!
Full list of things done:

  • Restored plastics and applied new decals
  • Mounted new fenders
  • Mounted engine and frame guards
  • Adjusted carburator
  • Installed new air filter
  • Replaced brake fluid
  • New throttle cable
  • New fuel tap + fuel lines
  • New wheel bearings
  • New sprockets and chain
  • Fitted new grips