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Originally Posted by Bigdon
The only weakness that I know of on the DRZ.
Seems like the Stators fail at about 15,000 miles. I've "heard" .
The counter shaft sprocket has a habit of getting loose and if not taken care of can cause transmission problems. The fix is to use red locktight on the sprocket and on the countershaft nut.
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Mine went 25,000 miles without a stator problem. although I did loctite my stator and pick up bolts. However, that is not the reason the stator fails that can occur.
Maybe I got lucky. I did have a spare already packed up ready to post back in the UK. I'd recommend anyone going overland to do the same.
Lots of people seem to screw up the DRZ400 top end. I think it's always due to lack of oil changes or correct oil changes. And don't try to ride the thing at 80mph all day long, screaming the engine.. It's not built for that. Don't push your luck.
You have to drain it in TWO places and check it regularly (takes 20 seconds so no excuses)
The sprocket nut has a locking 'tang' that you fold over the nut. If this comes lose then it hasn't been secured properly or replaced when it's past it's life. These tangs are cheap and light so carrying spares is not an issue at all.
You should NEVER have a loose front sprocket on a DRZ unless you're a bozo. It's really not an issue any more than any other bike.
I'd have no second thoughts about jumping on another DRZ400 and taking it on another LONG overland trip. Well, maybe if it wasn't so dam uncomfortable. A great overlanding enduro bike though. Best for shorter trips I think.
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Did some trips.
Rode some bikes.
Fix them for a living.
Can't say anymore.
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