DRZ400S vs WR250R | Big & Tall (6’7”) Comparison

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I've had lots of requests for this, but this is going to be one of the most in depth comparisons you'll find on these two bikes, and I've spent a lot of time going deep into things that other reviewers tend to gloss over completely.
Thanks for watching.
0:00 - Intro
1:48 - Background on myself/bikes I've owned
3:02 - Bikes I've ridden
3:37 - My riding style
3:57 - I'm making this video to add insight to the differences other reveiewers forgot to talk about
4:45 - I'm not going to be talking about reliability and I'm not sponsored by anyone
5:51 - What I think the 3 main differences of these bikes are
6:28 - Power and how each bike makes its power
10:40 - Road Performance
11:38 - Motors and EFI vs Carb
14:47 - How to convert these bikes to jet skis
15:22 - The motors on these bikes are well engineered
15:39 - The DRZ has a slightly more complicated oil check and change process
16:24 - How the bikes feel, how they carry their weight
17:21 - Using an overstatement to help you understand the difference in how these bikes feel
17:53 - So, in regards to how the bikes carry their weight, which one should you buy?
18:35 - Chassis and Suspension
19:34 - Ergonomics
20:52 - Suspension and valving differences
22:58 - Things I love and hate about both bikes
24:48 - Conclusion, and disclaimer, my choice does NOT reflects the masses, both are GREAT bikes

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@eranktz 2 жыл бұрын

The best comparison between these two bikes to be found on the interweb. Period.

@brantmcfarland517 2 жыл бұрын

I love it. Good job. Thanks for sharing your videos with us

@TheHoovercm 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, thanks! Really helped me decide between these two bikes that I've been struggling with. Appreciate all your insight! Currently have a '14 CRF250L but it's time for a change.

@localresident7826 2 жыл бұрын

so which one was your decision?

@shanebennett6088 Жыл бұрын

Really appreciate the honest review I've watched it like 4 times now and yeh thank you I own a wr250r and have no intention of selling safe riding

@94SexyStang 2 жыл бұрын

I LOVE how the Drz can drift so easily!! Just a slight flick....so addicting. It's definitely Tall and Goofy at crawling speeds....and takes a bit of fine tuning your balance for extremely slow technical stuff(or just drag your boots down to guide the bike)....but jumping logs and obstacles is Super easy!.....the torque just gets you Out of some many sketchy situations....and there's not too much clutch work as you grow into the bike. I actually started to think I made a mistake buying this bike, coming from Street Motorcycles, this is my first Dirt bike.....but after 2 weeks of riding, I'm loving the Drz more and more, the torque really takes some adjusting(coming from High revving stuff), but the ability to break the rear tire loose in a Hair second, is SO fun.

@jfreundST1 4 ай бұрын

You sum up why I decided to buy a DRZ400E. That fcr39 carburetor just sweetens the deal.

@karl7feet 2 жыл бұрын

Another great and highly detailed video! Thanks for telling us you’re WR250R bar, riser, cables, throttle flip over maneuver and foot pegs you’re using. I’m guessing I’ll do the same thing with my bars, risers and cables. Thanks again for all that you do!

@kurthedgecock6313 2 жыл бұрын

This was the best comparison video I have ever viewed. I have owned 2 drz 400s and I have tested ridden and almost purchased a low mileage wr250r. This video provides the best information about the wr250r I've ever seen on KZfaq. It makes me want to get a wr250r. Please keep up the great work!

@OgreMoto 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks guys I really appreciate the feedback and kind words! And Karl thanks for checking out and leaving a comment on pretty much every video I put out! You’re a legend!

@ooatamanov 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! I recommend to everyone who is faced with the choice of which motorcycle to choose. I own a DRZ400S myself and plan to change to a WR250R. Only because the gearbox in the DRZ400S (the first gear is too long and the fifth gear is too short) and with such a long first gear the sharp strong motor makes the DRZ400S often unsafe in technical situations

@user-to9pn6us4t 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for this.i still am having a hard time deciding. Wish i could ride them both

@OgreMoto 3 ай бұрын

Just buy whichever one is cheapest! You can’t go wrong with either!

@harris8390 2 ай бұрын

Im struggling a lot with my 08 WR in tight single track technical trails. Holding balance is tricky and when it starts to tip over, recovery is close to impossible. All this time I thought it just had to do with its sheer weight…. But after watching this video, I’m also having an “ah ha” moment. I ordered a 13/50 sprocket setup from Rocky Mountain. Hoping this can help out more and not require me to slip the clutch as much. To be continued.zz

@LemonsGD 5 ай бұрын

Whenever I ride one I eventually start missing the other. I think I might just buy a drz as a second bike alongside my wr250r. Awesome in depth video btw

@OgreMoto 5 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@TinyTJ04 2 жыл бұрын

As a guy who is also 6'7" and about 280, I really appreciate this video. I've had a bunch of street bikes and only a few dirt bikes (KTM 450 SXF, CR250, etc) and never felt like I fit well on a dirt bike. The closest to fitting well on a bike thats good off road is my current KTM 950 adventure. I guess I need to try out a WR250. Where in the country do you ride? Looks like a lot of fun.

@OgreMoto 2 жыл бұрын

I’m in the Midwest, and when modded, yeah it’s pretty comfy! Just rode some single track with it yesterday! The DRZ is pretty good when modded out too!

@TinyTJ04 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the reply. I'm in the midwest, too. We ride atvs and sxs up in Mountain, WI and have been checking out some trails in MI too. One of these days I'll find a WR250 to throw a leg over. My cousin has a DRZ, but I've never ridden it. I've got some work to do.

@markydayan Жыл бұрын

Amazing video. You tell us things I didn't see in another videos. Did you ride xr650r? Because it's my other option

@OgreMoto Жыл бұрын

Yes I have. Not a super good ride for super tall folk, very cramped. Very good bike otherwise.

@StevieDee73 Ай бұрын

Holy Cow you’re a Big Boy ! I think the Kawasaki KLX300R is better than both these 2 bikes now thoughts ? 🤔

@tonyrichengod9280 2 жыл бұрын

They're both tall. Just go for DRZ POWER!

@Skatefishofficial 6 ай бұрын

Wich bike would better climb big uphills? Would the wrr be handicapped by its lack of power despite its weight? Thank you. I ride off-road only znd I'm hesitating between those two.

@OgreMoto 6 ай бұрын

DRZ probably because of its torque

@shanebennett6088 2 жыл бұрын

Hi I own a wr250r and i agree great dual sport bike and you can get a big bore kit for the wr250r is fitting a big bore kit to the 250r worth the money and needed you think

@OgreMoto 2 жыл бұрын

I’d only get a big bore kit if the top end goes on your WR. If you want more power just buy a DRZ or something else.

@sid0990 2 жыл бұрын

I enjoy your videos man, although I'm from India and can't buy any of the bikes that you talk about. 🤘

@OgreMoto 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching even with your circumstances! I appreciate it!

@LowestDifficulty Жыл бұрын

Have you ridden a klx300? curious on your thoughts on one

@OgreMoto Жыл бұрын

I’ve ridden a klx250 which is identical except for engine displacement. They’re decent bikes for sure. With more power on the 300 I wouldn’t hesitate to buy one.

@johnstiles6663 Жыл бұрын

That completely joyous laugh when things get sketchy

@tallpaull9367 Жыл бұрын

I’m 6’5” but my extra height is mostly upper torso, 33” inseam. Stock foot pegs and seat ok on both of these bikes? Just adjust bars..?

@OgreMoto Жыл бұрын

I would just get some bar risers and call it good

@tallpaull9367 Жыл бұрын

@@OgreMoto cheers. Was just checking out the Honda 300L, seems like a really good option too

@crypticreality8484 5 ай бұрын

How'd you like the DR650?

@OgreMoto 5 ай бұрын

For 50/50 riding it’s just about the best bike you can buy.

@Jollyswagman7 2 жыл бұрын

What gearing do you run man?

@OgreMoto 2 жыл бұрын

Stick on the DRZ and 14/49 on my 2008 WR and stock on my 2019 WR

@Jollyswagman7 2 жыл бұрын

@@OgreMoto Thanks for the response. I currently run 13f 47r on my wr250r and it’s really revy on the highway. I get scared I’m going to blow it up.😀

@OgreMoto 2 жыл бұрын

@@Jollyswagman7 nah man send it, ride ADV Australia used a fleet of WR’s with gearing similar to yours and all their WR’s lasted about 40-60k miles, you’ll be fine

@Jollyswagman7 2 жыл бұрын

@@OgreMoto Awesome! thanks for your input. Great comparison by the way.