Show us your 2018 Suzuki RMZ450

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MikeID 3/22/2018 10:37am
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BobPA wrote:
What is that weird looking silver lever thing coming from the right side of the bike? It kinda covers the exhaust...
ML512 wrote:
An ancient item, lost long...long ago.
For pre-moto leg swag.
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Lightning78 3/22/2018 11:24am
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SoCalMX70 wrote:
So tempted to buy one. My first 5 bikes were Suzuki. Just too hooked on my 2 stroke right now...
TeamGreen wrote:
Believe it or not...
Zook may be foolin around with the idea of a new smoker...
Did you watch the Freestone stream? that Jared Frye kid was racing a NICE RM125 AF fully sponsored by Chaparral and Suzuki. He WORKED the KTM's in at least 1 Moto ....the DMXS announcers said "Uh yea the last time the RM1255 rolled off the assembly line was 2001" ....2001? That and it was an AF ....jesus
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oceantrav wrote:
That’s what I’m hearing. Based off that I can’t justify spending more than $5000-$5500 on one. If the 2019 has e-start or something, then the 2018’s...
That’s what I’m hearing. Based off that I can’t justify spending more than $5000-$5500 on one. If the 2019 has e-start or something, then the 2018’s will be worth like $4000.

Guy I talked to the other day said he got a 2018 yz450f new OTD for 7200. And everyone knows that bike will sell way easier used than a rmz
Is it a sustainable business model to sell 450s for ~7K?

Are the OEMs and dealers selling bikes at cost and hoping to make money on financing and parts?

Will 450s eventually be phased out if massive discounts are the norm? Will Gen. Y and Gen. Z aspire to give up their 250Fs and trade up to a 450?

What is the ratio of 250s to 450s at local tracks and races? 5:1? 10:1? 20:1?







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Lightning78 3/22/2018 11:29am
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BobPA wrote:
What is that weird looking silver lever thing coming from the right side of the bike? It kinda covers the exhaust...
ML512 wrote:
An ancient item, lost long...long ago.
Are these new gen shows "A-Kit" clone forks bigger in diameter at the top tubes than say the KYB SSS forks? Was thinking about picking up a set to replace my 48mm KYB open bath forks

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Lightning78 wrote:
Are these new gen shows "A-Kit" clone forks bigger in diameter at the top tubes than say the KYB SSS forks? Was thinking about picking up...
Are these new gen shows "A-Kit" clone forks bigger in diameter at the top tubes than say the KYB SSS forks? Was thinking about picking up a set to replace my 48mm KYB open bath forks
What bike are they going on?
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motofool 3/22/2018 11:35am
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Just need some graphics! Anyone know if plastics are available?
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BobPA 3/22/2018 11:42am
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motofool wrote:
[img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2018/03/22/251265/s1200_IMG_20180321_221336_019.jpg[/img] Just need some graphics! Anyone know if plastics are available?

Just need some graphics! Anyone know if plastics are available?
Parts Unlimited says May 9th arrival. But, it could be sooner....or later.
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Lightning78 3/22/2018 11:58am
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Lightning78 wrote:
Are these new gen shows "A-Kit" clone forks bigger in diameter at the top tubes than say the KYB SSS forks? Was thinking about picking up...
Are these new gen shows "A-Kit" clone forks bigger in diameter at the top tubes than say the KYB SSS forks? Was thinking about picking up a set to replace my 48mm KYB open bath forks
ML512 wrote:
What bike are they going on?
A kx250 2003 .... From what I know the forks were the same outer diameter on the upper tubes from 2003-2007 just updated internals in 2005 and the 2003-2004 forks are the same forks that came on the 2004 YZ's which accept KYB SSS without a clamp change
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Luke_Himler wrote:
Still waiting on my X-Trig ROCS clamps then she will be all done! [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2018/03/22/251252/s1200_download.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2018/03/22/251253/s1200_download_1.jpg[/img]
Still waiting on my X-Trig ROCS clamps then she will be all done!




How much more do you like it than your old one?
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SoCalMX70 wrote:
So tempted to buy one. My first 5 bikes were Suzuki. Just too hooked on my 2 stroke right now...
TeamGreen wrote:
Believe it or not...
Zook may be foolin around with the idea of a new smoker...
mxb2 wrote:
Lol, been hearing that for 4 years.
It’s true! Even cheaper here in NC.

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Luke_Himler 3/22/2018 12:16pm
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Flip109 wrote:
How much more do you like it than your old one?
i LOVE it...just feels like a more refined suzuki....same feel as always. I got the head done and a high comp piston with the yosh and she runs just fine!
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motofool wrote:
[img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2018/03/22/251265/s1200_IMG_20180321_221336_019.jpg[/img] Just need some graphics! Anyone know if plastics are available?

Just need some graphics! Anyone know if plastics are available?
Acerbis plastics are in stock and available at RMATVMC
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oceantrav wrote:
I’m waiting for a good deal to pop up on used one locally. Only one near me is 8400 firm for a used one lol
mxb2 wrote:
$6999 + taxes here.
oceantrav wrote:
That’s what I’m hearing. Based off that I can’t justify spending more than $5000-$5500 on one. If the 2019 has e-start or something, then the 2018’s...
That’s what I’m hearing. Based off that I can’t justify spending more than $5000-$5500 on one. If the 2019 has e-start or something, then the 2018’s will be worth like $4000.

Guy I talked to the other day said he got a 2018 yz450f new OTD for 7200. And everyone knows that bike will sell way easier used than a rmz
I call B.S. on the 18 yz450 for 7,200 OTD.
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motofool 3/22/2018 1:10pm
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motofool wrote:
[img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2018/03/22/251265/s1200_IMG_20180321_221336_019.jpg[/img] Just need some graphics! Anyone know if plastics are available?

Just need some graphics! Anyone know if plastics are available?
MXVet261 wrote:
Acerbis plastics are in stock and available at RMATVMC
I'll check it out thanks
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Awesome looking bikes! I just picked one up about 3 weeks ago and just had the suspension done by a local Race Tech guy. I’m about to put a wheel set up on it (not sure what color yet), full exhaust (either FMF or Yosh), Hinson clutch cover and some graphics! She’s a bad ride stock. It doesn’t feel heavy on the track at all and motor is surprisingly better than I thought it would be. I’ve also heard a link helps the bike so I might try one of JGR links.
New to -4S-Joe 3/22/2018 5:18pm
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Flip109 wrote:
How much more do you like it than your old one?
Luke_Himler wrote:
i LOVE it...just feels like a more refined suzuki....same feel as always. I got the head done and a high comp piston with the yosh and...
i LOVE it...just feels like a more refined suzuki....same feel as always. I got the head done and a high comp piston with the yosh and she runs just fine!
Luke did you have Bruno do your head? How wild did he have to go or was there a lot of room for improvement? Did you do mods all at once or did you try pipe first? Nice looking bike!
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TeamGreen 3/22/2018 7:20pm
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motofool wrote:
[img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2018/03/22/251265/s1200_IMG_20180321_221336_019.jpg[/img] Just need some graphics! Anyone know if plastics are available?

Just need some graphics! Anyone know if plastics are available?
MXVet261 wrote:
Acerbis plastics are in stock and available at RMATVMC
motofool wrote:
I'll check it out thanks
UFO has it in stock, also.
ufoplasticusa.com

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Luke_Himler 3/23/2018 6:16am
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Flip109 wrote:
How much more do you like it than your old one?
Luke_Himler wrote:
i LOVE it...just feels like a more refined suzuki....same feel as always. I got the head done and a high comp piston with the yosh and...
i LOVE it...just feels like a more refined suzuki....same feel as always. I got the head done and a high comp piston with the yosh and she runs just fine!
New to -4S-Joe wrote:
Luke did you have Bruno do your head? How wild did he have to go or was there a lot of room for improvement? Did you...
Luke did you have Bruno do your head? How wild did he have to go or was there a lot of room for improvement? Did you do mods all at once or did you try pipe first? Nice looking bike!
YES, Bruno did the head and put in the CP piston. I did the pipe prior and it woke it up some but needed more.
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ti473 3/23/2018 8:34am
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Pulled up behind this this morning, which one of you was it?


rollin64caddy 3/23/2018 7:14pm
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just got back from a local dealer. I asked about their 18 rm450. it is listed for 6399 right now. I may be getting a new bike soon. they look good.
New to -4S-Joe 3/24/2018 12:18pm
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rollin64caddy wrote:
just got back from a local dealer. I asked about their 18 rm450. it is listed for 6399 right now. I may be getting a new...
just got back from a local dealer. I asked about their 18 rm450. it is listed for 6399 right now. I may be getting a new bike soon. they look good.
Where? I haven’t seen them that low!
New to -4S-Joe 3/24/2018 12:20pm
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ThreeFiveSix wrote:
[img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2018/03/23/251549/s1200_IMG_1181.jpg[/img] Better than the previous models IMO.


Better than the previous models IMO.

Bike looks sweet! What other years did you have? I have a 2011 thinking of getting a new one. One of my biggest complaints with my bike is hard starting. How is the 18 to start?
rollin64caddy 3/24/2018 2:55pm
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rollin64caddy wrote:
just got back from a local dealer. I asked about their 18 rm450. it is listed for 6399 right now. I may be getting a new...
just got back from a local dealer. I asked about their 18 rm450. it is listed for 6399 right now. I may be getting a new bike soon. they look good.
New to -4S-Joe wrote:
Where? I haven’t seen them that low!
Fun bike center in kearny mesa. I was kinda shocked it was that low also. At 0% financing its a helluva deal!
ThreeFiveSix 3/24/2018 4:14pm
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New to -4S-Joe wrote:
Bike looks sweet! What other years did you have? I have a 2011 thinking of getting a new one. One of my biggest complaints with my...
Bike looks sweet! What other years did you have? I have a 2011 thinking of getting a new one. One of my biggest complaints with my bike is hard starting. How is the 18 to start?
I've owned a 2006, 2010, 2013, 2017 and now the 2018. For some reason my 2013 always took a few extra kicks to fire up. The 18 definitely starts easier than any of the old models. Two kicks when the engine is cold and one when its warm.
Ghostrider145 3/24/2018 4:43pm
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ThreeFiveSix wrote:
[img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2018/03/23/251549/s1200_IMG_1181.jpg[/img] Better than the previous models IMO.


Better than the previous models IMO.

New to -4S-Joe wrote:
Bike looks sweet! What other years did you have? I have a 2011 thinking of getting a new one. One of my biggest complaints with my...
Bike looks sweet! What other years did you have? I have a 2011 thinking of getting a new one. One of my biggest complaints with my bike is hard starting. How is the 18 to start?
I have a 2012 that took at least 6 kicks every cold start. I believe they are lean down low is reasoning? I Run a aftermarket ignition now and it’s 1-2 kicks.
450 is a 450, I don’t see enough of a change to feel the need to upgrade. Just my .02
Very nice bikes, thanks for sharing.

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50 plus Hours (more like 60!)
List of mods in order...
Renthal Chains and Sprockets
VP VPR Racing Fuel
(Superlight front/Twin Ring rear)
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MotoHoses in Blue!
Engine Ice
Motul Oil from Fator’s Suzuki in Redding, CA. (2-3 times. (Serviced it 4 times w/Bel-Ray myself)
Galfer 280mm Superlight Tsunami front, Tsunami rear, pads and hoses.
Mettec Ti bolts here and there.
Yoshimura Ti-Carbon Signature System “Snappy!” Looks AND throttle response!
CRF Stuff/Moto-Stuff KXF Al. Body kit bolts adapted to fit w/ some o-rings @ shrouds, side panels, tank cover
All servicing since January (and thorough inspections) from Allan Brown Motorsports (TiLube oils).
Just installed a new stock air filter. Original is still pretty good. Did it “just because”.

A special shout out to Suzuki Motor America, Inc. & the folks at Yoshimura and Allan Brown Motorsports for empowering me and Vital MX to ride the livjng XXX outta this bike. We’ve been be able to log hours and hours and hours...as needed develop a great bike for Vet-Sr. Riders that just want a really good, dependable and EASY to ride bike. There will be a lot more details in my thread in Bike Builds.

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swvaripper 3/25/2018 11:01am
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Really think about selling my yz450fx and getting one. How do that start on a dead engine gncc style start? Handling wise how are they? I know just about anything handles better than my yz in tight turns lol
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swvaripper 3/25/2018 11:01am
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Really think about selling my yz450fx and getting one. How do that start on a dead engine gncc style start? Handling wise how are they do they handle close to the 13-16 crf450fs? I know just about anything handles better than my yz in tight turns lol

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