spoke with my wallet: rmz edition

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Edited Date/Time 12/6/2015 7:14am
Well, did the deed today. I took advantage of suzuki's rebate program, and pucked this up for about what a 250 smoker went for in 2006. Couldnt beat the deal.
So, what are some of the ins and outs, do's, and dont's of this bad boy?
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Micahdogg 12/4/2015 8:00pm
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Congrats.

Do ride it well. Don't blows it all up.
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Nice, congrats , plenty of good stuff to do to rmz s, i have a 13 450,, fc. Suspension,remap full pipe, moto tassanari air boot, rm250 air filter cage, clamps etc , great bike, at least set sag ,spring , revalve, get a good air pump.
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Hudd_421 12/4/2015 8:02pm
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Congrats! Going up to Oklahoma tomorrow to pick one up from Jimmy and Gregg! My first zuke too!
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Put on your normal stuff (hand guards, skid plate, etc etc) and go ride it to see what you need. Just because one guy HAD to have a revalve, or different clamps doesn't mean you do. That money would be better spent on gas, tires, and track fees.

And congrats on the bike!! Have fun!

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mxb2 12/4/2015 8:11pm
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colintrax wrote:
Put on your normal stuff (hand guards, skid plate, etc etc) and go ride it to see what you need. Just because one guy HAD to...
Put on your normal stuff (hand guards, skid plate, etc etc) and go ride it to see what you need. Just because one guy HAD to have a revalve, or different clamps doesn't mean you do. That money would be better spent on gas, tires, and track fees.

And congrats on the bike!! Have fun!
True, just some ideas, some have $$ for both.
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colintrax 12/4/2015 8:17pm
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colintrax wrote:
Put on your normal stuff (hand guards, skid plate, etc etc) and go ride it to see what you need. Just because one guy HAD to...
Put on your normal stuff (hand guards, skid plate, etc etc) and go ride it to see what you need. Just because one guy HAD to have a revalve, or different clamps doesn't mean you do. That money would be better spent on gas, tires, and track fees.

And congrats on the bike!! Have fun!
mxb2 wrote:
True, just some ideas, some have $$ for both.
Haha I guess so, at 20 I was just happy to buy a brand new bike. Even if it was 2 model years old lol things like a pipe, and clamps, and all that expensive stuff were out of the question.
My response wasn't directed at you or anyone else for that manner. Just stating my opinion (as a cheap ass)
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mxb2 12/4/2015 8:25pm
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colintrax wrote:
Put on your normal stuff (hand guards, skid plate, etc etc) and go ride it to see what you need. Just because one guy HAD to...
Put on your normal stuff (hand guards, skid plate, etc etc) and go ride it to see what you need. Just because one guy HAD to have a revalve, or different clamps doesn't mean you do. That money would be better spent on gas, tires, and track fees.

And congrats on the bike!! Have fun!
mxb2 wrote:
True, just some ideas, some have $$ for both.
colintrax wrote:
Haha I guess so, at 20 I was just happy to buy a brand new bike. Even if it was 2 model years old lol things...
Haha I guess so, at 20 I was just happy to buy a brand new bike. Even if it was 2 model years old lol things like a pipe, and clamps, and all that expensive stuff were out of the question.
My response wasn't directed at you or anyone else for that manner. Just stating my opinion (as a cheap ass)
All good man, appreciate the response.back to the op, rmz is a great bike stock, potential to be better.
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NHtoWA421 12/4/2015 8:26pm
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Thanks guys! Weather looks to be pretty bum here this weekend. Probably do a couple heat cycles through her, check torque and grease the bearings.

Just wondering what people have noticed about them, or what they have learned from owning one.

I have had a bunch of rms, and always had good luck, and loved them. After spending some time with the yzf, it was time to switch back.
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NHtoWA421 12/4/2015 8:27pm
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Hudd_421 wrote:
Congrats! Going up to Oklahoma tomorrow to pick one up from Jimmy and Gregg! My first zuke too!
Thats pretty cool! Good luck, and safe drive!
smoothies862 12/4/2015 8:28pm
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nice. i havent checked the deals around here for awhile.
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NHtoWA421 12/4/2015 8:39pm
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smoothies862 wrote:
nice. i havent checked the deals around here for awhile.
It may be worth it, if youre considering it. Kawi was doing 2015 450s for 5999, and zook is doing 5999 with 500 dealer cash on 2015s.
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burn1986 12/4/2015 8:53pm
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Pretty nice, nothin like a new bike. I like those RMZs Cool
nascarnate326 12/4/2015 9:35pm
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Put some good fuel in it. I use VP and my bikes love it.
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malachi177 12/4/2015 9:40pm
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Awesome!!!
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nascarnate326 wrote:
Put some good fuel in it. I use VP and my bikes love it.
X2 or renegade sx4
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chump6784 12/4/2015 10:17pm
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So the idea of "I spoke with my wallet" threads was in response to the 4 stroke fans who would tell the 2 stroke fans to speak with their wallet if they wanted something to change in regards to 2 strokes. As a result when people bought a 2 stroke they would start a thread titled "spoke with my wallet". Nice bike but 4 strokes don't count
GeorgiePorgie 12/4/2015 10:29pm
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Oh don't rain on his new bike parade. New bikes are awesome. Just riding something that feels new and different is so exciting. Peel out will agree.
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chump6784 wrote:
So the idea of "I spoke with my wallet" threads was in response to the 4 stroke fans who would tell the 2 stroke fans to...
So the idea of "I spoke with my wallet" threads was in response to the 4 stroke fans who would tell the 2 stroke fans to speak with their wallet if they wanted something to change in regards to 2 strokes. As a result when people bought a 2 stroke they would start a thread titled "spoke with my wallet". Nice bike but 4 strokes don't count


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As I've owned a 2014 and logged a lot of laps on the 2015, I can tell you quite a bit. First off, before doing anything just put your favorite handlebar bend on it and ride it. You'll find that the motor is all low to mid. Which is not necessarily a bad thing. It's smooth and controllable power and very fun to ride. If you like to short shift then this is the bike for you. I weigh 150 lbs so I'm way off of their target weight so the suspension was sent out. The biggest thing I rave about is the cornering, as expected. Nothing corners like a Suzuki. It's a pig to put on the stand, but that bike you can manhandle it on the track. It's light in motion, very flickable. I also put a SS braided brake line up front and a 270mm rotor on it and I absolutely loved it.
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chump6784 wrote:
So the idea of "I spoke with my wallet" threads was in response to the 4 stroke fans who would tell the 2 stroke fans to...
So the idea of "I spoke with my wallet" threads was in response to the 4 stroke fans who would tell the 2 stroke fans to speak with their wallet if they wanted something to change in regards to 2 strokes. As a result when people bought a 2 stroke they would start a thread titled "spoke with my wallet". Nice bike but 4 strokes don't count
He spoke with his wallet. He doesn't give a shit about buying a two-stroke.
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NHtoWA421 wrote:
Well, did the deed today. I took advantage of suzuki's rebate program, and pucked this up for about what a 250 smoker went for in 2006...
Well, did the deed today. I took advantage of suzuki's rebate program, and pucked this up for about what a 250 smoker went for in 2006. Couldnt beat the deal.
So, what are some of the ins and outs, do's, and dont's of this bad boy?
Nice!! Congratulations on your purchase!!
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Nice! Best feeling in the world!
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I have one, changed the bars and put the gold valve kit and that thing will turn any way i can point it! Congrats btw, check your bolts sooner then later.
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Trav138 12/5/2015 7:01am
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congrats on the brand new scoot. Very cool seeing guys buying yellow. Some great deals on them now
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NHtoWA421 12/5/2015 7:08am
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motox11 wrote:
As I've owned a 2014 and logged a lot of laps on the 2015, I can tell you quite a bit. First off, before doing anything...
As I've owned a 2014 and logged a lot of laps on the 2015, I can tell you quite a bit. First off, before doing anything just put your favorite handlebar bend on it and ride it. You'll find that the motor is all low to mid. Which is not necessarily a bad thing. It's smooth and controllable power and very fun to ride. If you like to short shift then this is the bike for you. I weigh 150 lbs so I'm way off of their target weight so the suspension was sent out. The biggest thing I rave about is the cornering, as expected. Nothing corners like a Suzuki. It's a pig to put on the stand, but that bike you can manhandle it on the track. It's light in motion, very flickable. I also put a SS braided brake line up front and a 270mm rotor on it and I absolutely loved it.
Perfect. That is very good to know. Interesting that you brought that up, as that is the first thing i noticed. "Man this thing is a stout bike" and honestly, it was one of the things that i was a little leery about. i had a couple friends ensure me not to worry about it because this bike will feel significantly lighter than my yz450.
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NHtoWA421 12/5/2015 7:21am
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chump6784 wrote:
So the idea of "I spoke with my wallet" threads was in response to the 4 stroke fans who would tell the 2 stroke fans to...
So the idea of "I spoke with my wallet" threads was in response to the 4 stroke fans who would tell the 2 stroke fans to speak with their wallet if they wanted something to change in regards to 2 strokes. As a result when people bought a 2 stroke they would start a thread titled "spoke with my wallet". Nice bike but 4 strokes don't count
Think about it this way, my current 450 has a lot of hours, its at the point where shit is starting to wear out and over the course of the next season, will probably end up costing me well over 3k, either at once, or spread out throughout the entire season. I could potentially have to tear it apart several times. Therefore, buying a fresh 450, could save me from a bleeding wallet this winter, and next season. and potentially some long, pissed off drives back from the track, and wasting another 60 bucks in fuel and entry fees. I could run this for a year or 2, sell it, and the depreciation will still not equal the cost of doing a complete refresh on my yz. So, after seeing it from this perspective... am i not speaking with my wallet?

Also, for the record, i fully understand the cost benefits of owning a 2 stroke, as i own a number of them, and love them all.
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bvm111 12/5/2015 8:28am
12/5/2015 8:28am Edited Date/Time 12/5/2015 3:08pm
chump6784 wrote:
So the idea of "I spoke with my wallet" threads was in response to the 4 stroke fans who would tell the 2 stroke fans to...
So the idea of "I spoke with my wallet" threads was in response to the 4 stroke fans who would tell the 2 stroke fans to speak with their wallet if they wanted something to change in regards to 2 strokes. As a result when people bought a 2 stroke they would start a thread titled "spoke with my wallet". Nice bike but 4 strokes don't count
NHtoWA421 wrote:
Think about it this way, my current 450 has a lot of hours, its at the point where shit is starting to wear out and over...
Think about it this way, my current 450 has a lot of hours, its at the point where shit is starting to wear out and over the course of the next season, will probably end up costing me well over 3k, either at once, or spread out throughout the entire season. I could potentially have to tear it apart several times. Therefore, buying a fresh 450, could save me from a bleeding wallet this winter, and next season. and potentially some long, pissed off drives back from the track, and wasting another 60 bucks in fuel and entry fees. I could run this for a year or 2, sell it, and the depreciation will still not equal the cost of doing a complete refresh on my yz. So, after seeing it from this perspective... am i not speaking with my wallet?

Also, for the record, i fully understand the cost benefits of owning a 2 stroke, as i own a number of them, and love them all.
Don't get caught up in the nonsense, as an old guy that has never owned a four stroke I still love clicking on these threads no matter if they are 2 of 4 strokes. A new bike is a new bike and you are excited about it and that's all that matters!

I had a friend in Northern Nevada that has a totally stock 2014 RMZ 450 and he loves it. I never had a chance to ride it but he was always grinning from ear to ear when we returned to the pits.

Congrats and Enjoy your new bike!
boots_and_braces 12/5/2015 8:51am
12/5/2015 8:51am
ive seen quite a few of these newer rmz450s with the old spring forks on them

let us know how those airforks are!
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Kasims 12/5/2015 9:01am
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Congrats man, I have stock 2012 rmz250 for a second year now, cant say any bad thing about it, had couple of false neutrals, but on my own fault mostly. Probably will put on Yoshi for next season and keep on rollin.
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Forty 12/5/2015 9:58am
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NHtoWA421 wrote:
Well, did the deed today. I took advantage of suzuki's rebate program, and pucked this up for about what a 250 smoker went for in 2006...
Well, did the deed today. I took advantage of suzuki's rebate program, and pucked this up for about what a 250 smoker went for in 2006. Couldnt beat the deal.
So, what are some of the ins and outs, do's, and dont's of this bad boy?
I have a 2013....re-sprung/re-valve the fork/added a braided brake line and over sized rotor ( the rotor came first, the brake line did the trick, so do the line first as the front brake is really bad in its stock form)

Ride....you're gonna love that bike. Oh, Also added the yellow Acerbis rear fender, it's a Suzuki after all.

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