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I recently purchused a 2015 RM-Z 250 and was wonder if anyone knew of some things I should put on the bike. I relized many people just buy a KTM and I wanted to trying off road on a Suzuki. And parts and companys would be awesome, thanks!
2. Revalve suspension
3. Rekluse Core EXP
4. Oversized tank
5. Tires appropriate for your area
6. RACE!
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I"m a desert guy, and trees are foreign territory...lol...but dust? Rocks? Yeah, we've got plenty of that stuff.
Anyway...I think the generic off road mods for any type of off road are:
-Oversized Tank (I really like IMS tanks the best)
-Spark Arrestor (if they are racing on public land at all, they will be required to have a USFS approved spark arrestor...but that may not be the case for GNCC's?? Seems they might be raced on private property, or state owned land? rather than federal land we race on our here.)
-Skid Plate (I really like Acerbis plastic skid plates...less weight, quieter, and plenty strong)
-Hand Guards (For racing in the trees, you'll want the hard bark buster guards)
-Suspension Revalve (though for GNCC that looks like a whooped out national track to me-I've never raced one-you could probably get by with properly sprung, stock stuff).
-Rekluse CORE EXP 3.0 (this is more of a luxury than a necessity...but make sure you get the 3.0...it's durability is much improved over the 2.0 for racing conditions).
That should get you going I'd think.
Lots of guys run 18" back wheels, rear disc guard is not a bad idea.
A lot of what you do depends on your budget...
Personally, up until a few weeks ago I've always used bark busters, but plenty of guys just moto style handguards. They do their job but when you do get the occasional tight section, the bark busters are nice to have.
A better Chain Guide and have the mounts on the swing-arm braced/welded
O-Ring Chain
Up 2-3 teeth in the rear or down -1- in front if possible (Renthal Twin-Ring lasts FOREVER!)
A slip on w/Spark Arstr
Full Coverage Skip Plate
Folding Tip Brake Pedal w/ lanyard.
A really good Steel folding-shift lever
Folding brake and clutch levers
Bark Busters or Hand Protectors of your choice
Find out what RADIATOR CAP guys are using for GNCCs (Probably higher pressure rating)
Engine Ice Coolant
Better-Tougher Radiator hoses Moto-Hose...?
Good Tires and Bibs...I run Pirelli Xtra-X and Pirelli Bibs
DT-1 Extreme Duty Air Filter
Lots and lots of Careful Prep
TwinAir radiator "socks" for mud races.
Contact that Suzuki team and ask if you can pay for ignition/fuel mapping.
Radiator braces are a must have.
Great bike choice!
I've been racing hare scrambles and cross country for many years. Been running Japanese 250F's since 2004.
-Cycra Pro Bend Guards
-Suspension re-valve (get it set up for the nasty root, rock and chop)
-a better skid plate
-GPR stabilizer damper (this is the BEST mod I have ever done with a dirt bike)
-O-ring/X-ring Chain
Other than that I have kept the rest of the bikes stock with no issues what so ever. No really need to go crazy with extra mods.
Best of luck with the build!
One cheap addition I would add is a small handgrip strap running over the back of your seat. Might not be the most stylish, but I promise you will be very thankful when you go down or get stuck. I guarantee both will happen, and that strap will help you or a mudflea get you going that much quicker.
Pit Row
A Guts Light-Weight Seat foam is a must.
I had a 2008 rmz 250 and it was an awesome machine except for the false neutrals which have been fixed.
The first lap in the morning class is very hectic. Remain calm and don't sit at the bottle necks! Good luck!
You've run this character into the ground. Go away.
I'd advise a steering damper, and not the honda style. Get a scotts. HD tubes to run lower tire pressure, o-ring chain for longetivity, and oversized tank to avoid pitting.
Good luck! Tons of fun.
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