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Still finished last but the rear shock wasn't it's worst part that put it there. 3 hours long but he gives a good summary in the first 20 minutes.
Looks like Honda's stock is going up this year!
https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/keefer-tested/e/51524198?autoplay=true
Looks like Honda's stock is going up this year!
https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/keefer-tested/e/51524198?autoplay=true
It will be interesting if the riders feel the same about the shock on the other tracks. The guys that did the Vital shootout did not like it.
The Shop
Interesting all the different opinions on KTM/Husky/Yamaha. Definitely an acquired taste.
Also everyone saying the RMZ engine is "meh" and the "too smooth" comment, yet still has plenty of power. Hits too high of RPMs without letting you know.
I've bought bikes before that I almost couldn't ride them stock the suspension was so bad. Have a reputable tuner work on it and voila it's good.
I would much rather deal with the new technology shock on the RMZ than the TAC air forks of the past few years (on the Kaw too).
If the RMZ came with air forks still it would be 100% off my list of consideration.
KC
Will be interesting to see what they did to change some of that and what Keefer recommends.
Pit Row
Your last sentence is the most important thing to consider. People need to implant that sentence in their heads when reading a shootout.
We didn't talk that much about weight, mostly shock comments and what notes I had from the guys.
But simply, they haven't redesigned their engine in over ten years, there's the first place to look for weight...
Keeper mentioned the RMZ will likely have e-start next year, and that manufacturers are likely testing the 2019 models presently. Do you foresee Suzuki dropping a entirely new motor in this chassis in the next 2 years?
Post a reply to: After Keefer's 1st 450 shootout day they seem to think the RMZ rear shock is ok per his podcast.