Suzuki RM-Z450

Suzuki has opened the door to a whole new era in motocross design with the introduction of the revolutionary new RM-Z450 with advanced fuel-injection technology.

Suzuki RM-Z450The world's first ever mass produced fuel-injected motocross machine, the ground breaking new Suzuki RM-Z450K8 is now available in Australia.

Suzuki has opened the door to a whole new era in motocross design with the introduction of the revolutionary new RM-Z450 with advanced fuel-injection technology. After clinching both the Manufacturer's and Rider's titles in the 2007 FIM MX1 Motocross World Championship, Suzuki is again the leader in motocross with world first technology incorporated on the latest RM-Z450. Drawing on the expertise gained with race-bred fuel-injection systems for the GSX-R road race machines and the championship winning QuadRacer 450 ATV, Suzuki has now applied leading edge engineering technology to the new RM-Z450. Suzuki engineers have also used experience from developing Ricky Carmichael's championship winning RM-Z450 to redesign the 2008 model's chassis, suspension and brakes, offering sharper handling, smoother suspension performance and more powerful braking.

Powered by a 449cc, four-stroke, single-cylinder, liquid cooled, DOHC, 4-valve engine, the RM-Z450 features an all-new Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) system which offers better roll on power and improved low-to-mid range power.

The 2008 RM-Z450 incorporates a battery-less internal fuel pump system which provides stable pressure delivery to operate the fuel injection and utilises a 43mm Keihin throttle body specifically designed for motocross. The all new, five-speed, constant mesh transmission on the RM-Z450 offers greater versatility and features a new link-type shifting mechanism.

The latest version of Suzuki's flagship motocross machine features an all new, lighter frame with a new slim riding position, creating additional room for the rider to manoeuvre and actively take control of the machine.

Improved Showa cartridge style front forks are fully adjustable for rebound and compression settings, while the new Showa rear shock has a re-designed damper case, modified internal structure and fully adjustable rebound, compression and pre-load settings.

Race-inspired, disc-brake 'wave' rotors deliver better cooling and increased mud deflection, while newly-designed pegs have increased clearance between the mounting bracket and footrest to prevent mud from caking up. Finishing the package, the RM-Z450 has hot new looks, with aerodynamic bodywork, new graphic design and gold-colour chain for a full factory look. The new Suzuki RM-Z450K8 is now available at an RRP of $10,999 plus dealer delivery.