First Look - 2010 Suzukis
Brendan Lutes
- June 26 2009
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- 20 comments
Take a look at what’s new for the 2010 Suzuki line up. The biggest news for the RM-Z motocrossers is the all-new fuel-injected RM-Z250. As for the RM-Z450 it recieved numerous improvements to the chassis, suspension, and motor to boost the performance of the new machine.
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2010 Suzuki RM-Z250
2010 Suzuki RM-Z250 Specifications
Overall Length: 85.4 in.
Overall Width: 32.7 in.
Overall Height: 50.0 in.
Wheelbase: 58.1 in.
Ground Clearance: 13.6 in.
Seat Height: 37.6 in.
Curb Weight: 230.4 lbs.
Engine Type: 4-stroke, liquid cooled, DOHC
Bore: 77.0 mm
Stroke: 53.6 mm
Displacement: 249 cm³
Compression Ratio: 13.4:1
Fuel System: Fuel Injection
Lubrication System: Suzuki Advanced Sump System
Clutch: Wet multi-plate type
Transmission: 5-speed constant mesh
Primary Reduction Ratio: 3.210 (61/19)
Gear Ratios: 1st 2.153 (28/13)
2nd 1.764 (30/17)
3rd 1.470 (25/17)
4th 1.238 (26/21)
5th 1.090 (24/22)
Final Reduction Ratio: 4.000 (48/12)
Front Suspension: SHOWA 47mm telescopic forks, pneumatic/coil spring, oil
damped
Rear Suspension: Swingarm, link type, SHOWA piggyback-reservoir shock
Caster: 30°20’
Trail: 5.5 in.
Front Brake: Disc
Rear Brake: Disc
Front Tire Size: 80/100-21
Rear Tire Size: 100/90-19
Fuel Tank Capacity: 1.7 US gal.
Body Color: Sold Black/Champion Yellow No. 2 (GY8)
2010 Suzuki RM-Z450 Specifications
Overall Length: 86.2 in.
Overall Width: 32.7 in.
Overall Height: 50.0 in.
Wheelbase: 58.9 in.
Ground Clearance: 12.8 in.
Seat Height: 37.6 in.
Curb Weight: 248.0 lbs.
Engine Type: 4-stroke, liquid cooled, DOHC
Bore: 96.0 mm
Stroke: 62.1 mm
Displacement: 449 cm³
Compression Ratio: 12.2:1
Fuel System: Fuel Injection
Lubrication System: Suzuki Advanced Sump System
Clutch: Wet multi-plate type
Transmission: 5-speed constant mesh
Primary Reduction Ratio: 2.625 (63/24)
Gear Ratios: 1st 1.800 (27/15)
2nd 1.471 (25/17)
3rd 1.235 (21/17)
4th 1.050 (21/20)
5th 0.909 (20/22)
Final Reduction Ratio: 3.846 (50/13)
Front Suspension: SHOWA 47mm telescopic forks, pneumatic/coil spring, oil
damped
Rear Suspension: Swingarm, link type, SHOWA piggyback-reservoir shock
Caster: 29°40’
Trail: 5.1 in.
Front Brake: Disc
Rear Brake: Disc
Front Tire Size: 80/100-21
Rear Tire Size: 110/90-19
Fuel Tank Capacity: 6.2 L (1.6 US gal.)
Body Color: Sold Black/Champion Yellow No. 2 (GY8)
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June 27th, 2009 at 10:16 pm
Best looking colorway for the last few years, still needs black rims though…FIRST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
June 28th, 2009 at 11:14 pm
this is the best thing suzuki has put out for years! So glad they went back to black and yellow
June 29th, 2009 at 12:40 am
depending on wat the red 250 looks like this could be my next bike
June 30th, 2009 at 3:30 pm
It looks cool but suzukis arent that great
July 1st, 2009 at 2:47 pm
would disagree with the suzukis are not that great… my 450 is bullet proof and that is practice 3 times a week and average 3 races a month most reliable bike i have ever owned…. knock on wood
July 2nd, 2009 at 2:26 pm
not digging the new graphics…. can i get uh amen?[polldaddy 1753197 http://answers.polldaddy.com/poll/1753197/ polldaddy]
July 3rd, 2009 at 7:04 pm
You need to read, 230 is WET weight before everything was weighed dry…
July 6th, 2009 at 11:09 pm
Sorry to hear you don't feel Zooks are that great, I've been racing them since the early 70s and have managed to win more than my share of races and ALWAYS been a top contender. Perhaps it's just not the right bike for you. But if you like REAL MX, passing in corners, inside or out you should give one a try. It's easy to make a slow bike fast, but try making a bad handling bike handle,…… well then sonny take out a loan!! My 07 450 has had Fork and shock work (less than $300 worth) and a slip on exhaust, that's it!!! And my worst finish since October 08 has been 4th O/A. Maybe you need to rethink what "Good" means, best of luck on the track. Besides unless you're a SERIOUS pro,……….. I doubt you can ride ANTHING to it's full potetial, I know I can't!!!
July 7th, 2009 at 1:02 am
Thanks a lot but i have a few bikes that are working fine i just do not want a suzuki i ride hondas and i love them but i have never tried out a Suzuki so thanks anyways
July 7th, 2009 at 8:37 pm
Glad to hear you have the right steed for you, to each his own as the saying goes. I spent two seasons on a Honda and I did like it, but for me the Screamin Yellow machines always fit me as well as your Red Rockers fit you. Tried the new CRFs but just didn't feel as good as the Zook. Best of luck and keep roooostin, no matter what you ride, be safe!!!!!
July 8th, 2009 at 5:54 am
red rims dude. black would look sick but when i buy it its getting red sprocket, rims and bars. and watever else i can get thats red for it. haha itll look clean.
July 8th, 2009 at 6:50 pm
Haha i have not tried the CRFs yet but i hope to soon. What Zook do you ride? And yea i think naturally Honda's are my bikes and Zooks are your. Have fun revin it up on the track.
July 8th, 2009 at 7:26 pm
Serously?
July 8th, 2009 at 7:29 pm
nah im thinking new graphics with black plastics, black rims, gold hubs, and FMF megabomb 4.1 full system, maybe even Works Connection enguine plugs
July 14th, 2009 at 5:47 pm
I hope the top end of this bike is more powerful than the 2009
July 17th, 2009 at 5:52 pm
Interesting how you make up your mind prior to testing?????!!! I ride an 07 RMZ450 and LOVE it!!!! Can't wait for the leg to heal, hope to be back on the track by late August. Ever get to Colorado, you can try out my baby, may make you think twice about yellow!!!! Stay safe and have fun!
July 28th, 2009 at 4:46 pm
SUZUKIS SUCKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKK END OF STORY
August 2nd, 2009 at 4:30 am
i think obama has a bad opinion anyways
August 2nd, 2009 at 4:30 am
i liked the blue and red ones better