The Most Fun You Can Have on Two Wheels? | 2026 Suzuki DR-Z4SM Review

Send us Fan Mail Motorcycling doesn’t always need to be serious—sometimes it’s purely about joy and entertainment! In this review, we take the redesigned Suzuki DR-Z4SM Supermoto out through the winding scenic back roads between New Hampshire and Vermont, explore its specs and street ergonomics, bust the myth that small displacement equals a "starter bike," and end the day the only way proper on a fun bike: meeting friends for ice cream. Video Chapters / Timestamps 0:00 – Why We Ride: Fun, Ice Cream & Supermotos 0:45 – Walkaround & Ergonomics: 35" Seat Height for a 5'2" Rider 2:15 – Wheels, Dunlop Sportmax Tires & Street Equipment 3:30 – Dash, Ride Modes, Traction Control & Switchable ABS 4:45 – Engine Specs, 2025 Fuel Injection Update & Aftermarket Potential 6:10 – Reality Check: Why the DR-Z4SM is NOT a "Beginner Bike" ($9,600 MSRP) 7:20 – Riding Impressions: New Hampshire & Vermont Twisties 8:50 – 5-Speed Transmission & Highway Manners (65–75 mph) 10:15 – The Flat Track Connection & Stunt / "Hooligan" Appeal 11:40 – Real-World Fuel Range (2.3-Gallon Tank) & Seat Comfort 13:05 – Handling, Brakes & Why It Inspires Rider Skill Building 14:20 – Final Verdict & Ice Cream Run Key Bike Specifications & Highlights Engine: 398cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled. Fuel System: Upgraded to electronic fuel injection for the 2025 redesign (alongside a redesigned frame). Transmission: 5-speed gearbox. MSRP: Approximately $9,600. Seat Height: 35 inches (tall, flat dirt-style profile, but manageable due to lightweight agility). Wheels & Tires: 17-inch spoked wheels with Dunlop Sportmax sport tires. Electronics & Controls: Simple bar layout, multiple power delivery modes (A, B, C), 1 or 2 traction control settings, and switchable ABS. Fuel Tank & Range: 2.3-gallon capacity; averages 48–65 mpg, delivering roughly 110–150 miles per tank (~135-mile realistic sweet spot). Colorways: Solid White No. 2 (with anodized blue wheels) and Sky Gray (which presents more like blue in person). Factory Hardware: Minimal skid plate, stock handguards, clear low-vibration mirrors, passenger pegs, and a rear luggage rack. Review Summary: Key Takeaways Small Displacement ≠ Starter Bike: Despite having 400cc badges, this is a premium, high-performance, lightweight machine rather than an entry-level budget runabout. Backroad & City Weapon: Outstanding nimble steering, potholes absorbed with ease, and high upright visibility make it a premier urban commuter and backroad carver. Highway & Touring Limits: The firm dirt-bike style seat and 5-speed setup are optimized for spirited short rides and twisties rather than cross-country touring or sustained high-speed freeway travel. Skill Builder: Its lightweight nature and planted cornering inspire confidence, developing core handling and balance skills that translate to ADV, cruiser, and sport riding. Support the show FOLLOW US ON : YouTube Instagram : Féroce Instagram : Annick Magac liveferoce.com