2017 Suzuki RM-Zs Break Cover
Bonus Race Pack with Suzuki Worx Bike Stand, bike service kit, spare air filter and replacement front and rear brake pad sets on every 2017 RM-Z purchased before 30th September, 2016.
The Suzuki RM-Z motocross line-up continues to deliver the class-leading performance that has made them one of the most successful series of motocross bikes ever produced.
The 2017 iterations boast new black anodised rims and triple clamps, yellow-top seat cover, yellow rear fender, black side plates and all-new graphics.
The 2017 RM-Z range leads the charge to the top step of the podium with their advanced factory inspired engines, suspension and electronics packages.
The 449cc DOHC powerplant packs the perfect combination of broad useable torque and arm-stretching horsepower for the modern racer. Through feedback from the factory race teams, the piston, piston pin and connecting-rod have been developed with the use of Finite Element Method (FEM) analysis, the piston pin is also Diamond-Like-Carbon (DLC) coated for less friction and increased durability.
The 49mm Showa SFF-Air TAC fork that was once a factory-only option is now available to RM-Z450 riders. It consists of 3 air chambers that can be easily adjusted by using a hand-held air pump to quickly optimise the bike to the conditions, just like setting tyre pressures.
After being completely overhauled for MY16, the RM-Z250 retains its phenomenal 249cc DOHC engine; best known for its stellar mid-range power and over-rev. The highly praised KYB PSF2 front forks and shock also return for 2017 offering infinite tuning adjustability and an overall confidence inspiring feel.
The 2017 RM-Z250 and RM-Z450 are also equipped with class leading technology such as the Suzuki Holeshot Assist Control (S-HAC) system, which helps riders achieve better launches from the starting gate for an early lead. There are three modes riders can choose for the best option per their skill level and starting conditions.
Riders can adjust the engine performance to suit varied track conditions. By plugging in either of two additional fuel-setting couplers, riders can opt for a richer-than-stock or leaner-than-stock fuel setting to make the most of any riding conditions. Included with the bike, these couplers can be easily plugged in trackside.
Fitted as standard equipment, the top-shelf Renthal aluminium Fatbar offers more strength and less vibration than standard size aluminium handlebars.
Excel aluminium rims are made specifically to withstand rugged racing environments, including Supercross, outdoor Motocross and off-road conditions. The aluminium-alloy black anodized rims are designed and shaped to stay strong and to maintain their good looks.
The 2017 RM-Z450 will be available from dealership floors later this month, for an un-changed recommended price of $10,990.
The 2017 RM-Z250 is due to arrive in dealerships in September, for an un-changed recommended price of $9,990.
To celebrate the launch of the 2017 models, Suzuki is offering customers a bonus Race Pack; consisting of Genuine Suzuki: Worx Bike Stand, bike service kit, spare air filter and replacement front and rear brake pad sets on every 2017 RM-Z purchased before 30th September, 2016.
2017 Suzuki RM-Z450 Key Features
• 449cm3 4-stroke liquid-cooled DOHC 4-valve fuel-injected engine developed to deliver phenomenal idle-to-redline thrust.
• Suzuki Holeshot Assist Control (S-HAC) is a selectable launch mode system derived straight from factory race bike. S-HAC helps the rider in launching from the starting gate for an early lead. S-HAC has three selectable modes so riders can choose the best option for the conditions and their skill level.
• Through feedback from the factory racing teams, the piston, piston pin and connecting-rod are developed with use of Finite Element Method (FEM) analysis.
• The piston pin has Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) surface treatment for less friction and increased durability.
• Lightweight, battery-less, motocross-use electronic fuel injection system with progressive throttle linkage makes for efficient power delivery.
• 12-hole fuel injector delivers a fine fuel/ air mist for efficient operation.
• Aluminium cylinder with Suzuki Composite Electrochemical Material (SCEM) coating, built for durability, light weight and efficient heat transfer.
• 5-speed transmission enables precise gear shift operation.
• SFF-Air is an evolution of the SFF (Separate Function Front Fork) system with no fork spring, reduced weight, increased inner tube diameter, and increased damper rod/ piston size. The SFF-AIR is made of three chambers and the rider can change the spring rate with an air pump instead of changing out the fork spring.
• Slim chassis design makes for a slim riding position, opening up the cockpit to allow the rider to actively take control of the machine.
• Showa piggyback-reservoir rear shock with high/ low-speed compression damping adjustment, plus rebound damping and spring preload adjustments.
• The rear shock, working through Suzuki’s superlative rising-rate linkage system, provides 310mm of wheel travel, delivering maximum traction. Race-inspired waved disc rotors and Excel aluminium rims are standard equipment.
• Renthal Aluminium Fatbar is standard equipment. It has more strength and less vibration than Aluminium straight handlebars.
• Gripper seat, with projected cross-shaped patterns on a yellow top surface to provide additional grip.
• For quick fuel adjustment settings to suit riding conditions, two couplers are enclosed. One is for rich and another for lean fuel-setting compared to stock setting2. Customers can change fuel settings to best-suit the riding conditions by just connecting either coupler.
• Maintenance cap for fuel pump and plug for fuel hose are enclosed for ease of maintenance when the customer removes the fuel tank for maintenance purposes.
• The muffler body uses conventional bolts instead of rivets to simplify the replacement of muffler’s glass wool packing.
• FI indicator (optional part: 36380-28H00) has hour meter function, indicates how many hours of engine-running.
2017 Suzuki RM-Z250 Features
• The 249cm3, 4-stroke, fuel-injected, DOHC engine, with a compact and lightweight design, powers the RM-Z250’s championship-winning performance.
• Suzuki Holeshot Assist Control (S-HAC) is a selectable launch mode system derived straight from factory race bike. S-HAC helps the rider in launching from the starting gate for an early lead. S-HAC has two selectable modes so riders can choose the best option for the conditions and their skill level.
• Through feedback from factory racing, the piston and piston pin were developed using Finite Element Method (FEM) analysis. The piston has shot-peening surface treatment for greater durability. Piston pin is now DLC (Diamond Like Carbon) coated, for less friction and greater durability. Piston ring uses a ‘L-shaped’ ring. This increases sealing performance and reduces blow-by gas.
• The advanced battery-less fuel-injection (FI) system features a 44mm throttle body with progressive throttle linkage and a 16-bit computer.
• The fuel injection system uses a unique capacitor-assisted starting system and is powered by a durable, lightweight magneto-generator after starting.
• The aluminium cylinder with Suzuki Composite Electrochemical Material (SCEM) coating is built for durability, light weight and efficient heat transfer.
• The transmission design achieves a smooth yet solid shift feel. The method of fastening the sprocket attains a quick shift feel.
• PSF2 front fork is KYB’s latest Pneumatic Spring Fork, PSF2 is much lighter and has more adjustability than conventional coil-spring fork. Rebound damping is 2-way adjustable in high and low speed. Thanks to no-coil spring design the damper cylinder is enlarged. It results in greater damper response and more stable damper performance.
• KYB rear shock features integral adjuster system. That provides easy access to adjusters, rebound damping and compression. High & Low speed is adjustable with the integral adjuster.
• Excel Aluminium rims are made specifically to withstand rugged racing environments, including Supercross, Motocross and off-road conditions.
• Renthal Aluminium Fatbar is standard equipment. It has more strength and less vibration than Aluminium straight handlebars.
• The gripper seat has projecting cross-shaped patterns on its yellow top surface to provide additional grip.
• Two couplers are included for quickly adjusting the fuel setting to suit the riding conditions. One is for a rich and another is for lean fuel settings. The customer can change the fuel setting to suit the best riding conditions by just connecting either coupler.
• A maintenance cap for the fuel pump and a plug for the fuel hose are included for ease of maintenance when the customer removes the fuel tank for maintenance.
• The muffler body uses conventional bolts in the end cap instead of rivets to simplify the replacement of the glass wool packing in the muffler.
• FI indicator (optional part: 36380-28H00) has an hour meter function, and indicates how many hours the engine has been running.
