RC81 Posted April 1, 2005 Have never seen a rating for the WR. The DRZ400E has been rated anywhere from 38 to 42 in different sources I have read. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dustdogg Posted April 1, 2005 Not sure of the exact numbers, but corked up probably less . With the free mods waaaaay more . Sorry I don't have numbers but I'm sure someone will chime in. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
black_n_blue_thumper Posted April 1, 2005 One guy at the dealership told me 45-46 hp once modded. I dont know how accurate that is. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
new2fourstrokes Posted April 1, 2005 with all mods done plus yoshi exhaust ( slip on ) 49.4hp Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shawnwt Posted April 1, 2005 RC81 Hopefully your not making a decision between the two based on HP. The two bikes are like night and day. My first purchase in years was the DRZ400 I sold it two months later . I try to ride in different areas and conditions. Thats why I picked up the WR450 ,sure its a little more cash but worth every Pennie. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rookie517 Posted April 1, 2005 a uncorked WR450 will have much better horise than the DRZ ultimately, is how ya put the power down to the ground. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
J_DOGG Posted April 1, 2005 IMO- you can't compre those two bikes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Old Man Rider Posted April 1, 2005 My friend just bought a new 2002 DRZ 400 for approx $4700 - I bought a Wr450 for about $1,500 more. I rode his DRZ and was more impressed than I thought I would be - it moves pretty good - the big difference that I noticed between the two was the stiffer feel of the WR. I still like to WR much more but the DRZ is not a bad choice for a trail rider - for the $$. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dan_Lorenze Posted April 1, 2005 Those DRZs are nice bikes for sure.. Plenty of power, but yes the two bikes are very different in the suspension area. I love the linear power delivery of the DRZ, makes a great trail machine... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Math Posted April 1, 2005 I have stopped thinking those DRZ were lazy since TT member "Burned" told me that he knows of DRZ giving over 60 HP! I think they produce just as much torque as a WR in fact. I don't like the DRZ (compared to the WR) because of the suspension and weight. Plus, I like the quick revs and the "hit" of the WR. But, I've tried a DRZ and I also think it is a really good trail bike. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirtr1der Posted April 1, 2005 Got this off another forum - powersportsnetwork.com Q: Can anyone tell me the stock horsepower and torque ratings are for the 2004 WR450 Anonymous - 07/23/2004 Answer this A: i read in a popular australian dirt bike magazine it has a max horse power of something like 51.5hp at 9000rpms and torque of mid 40s ben - 08/09/2004 A: I don't know about the torque. The bill of sale i have said 59 hp Anonymous - 09/11/2004 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kirkw Posted April 1, 2005 Having ridden both, the WR has the feel of a more beastly bike. However, I do not think that means it is faster. Other than the soft suspension of a stock DRZ, they are both good bikes and very capable on the trails. Oh yeah, the WRs are a lot louder, but again, that does not translate into faster. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sleeman Posted April 1, 2005 the drz is more of a trailbike while the wr is more of a woods racer. Two differeint breeds but both great bikes. The hp is probably similar but the drz is heavier. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Old Man Rider Posted April 2, 2005 I just raced my friend on his Stock 2002 DRZ 400 - I ride a 2005Wr450 (pulled baffle, YZF Throttle Stop) - both bikes are new - not even close, beat him 4 times from stop to 5th gear - we are equally crappy riders - I must say I expected to win but bragging rights are great none the less. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tagger Posted April 2, 2005 I literally about 20 minutes ago just got back from purchasing an 05 WR450 - I'm looking forward to comparing to my KLX (DRZ)... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simon@vic Posted April 2, 2005 both bikes are pathetic stock!!!!!!! with both of them juiced up, the wr leaves the drz in the dust......... in the open. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
99wr400 Posted April 2, 2005 My WR is faster than the DRZ... I dunno about a stock 450 though, If you un-plug it, it will be faster. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Old Man Rider Posted April 2, 2005 Isn't it funny how a simple question on horsepower turns into a my bike is faster than yours discussion - I am as guilty as anyone - A final note when riding with my friend who has a DRZ with no electric start - you realize how nice that little button can be - he now has button envy. Cheers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RC81 Posted April 3, 2005 Yeah I didnt want this to be a mine is faster discussion. I only ask because I have never seen hp figures published on the WR but have on the DRZ. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WR450_in_Turkey Posted April 3, 2005 Check this thread out. There is a link in it somewhere to some dyno runs for the WR: https://thumpertalk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=224292 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
