RM-Z450 Features

  • 449cm3 4-stroke liquid-cooled DOHC engine featuring the first fuel injection on a production motocross bike. The fuel-injection system uses technology from Suzuki’s championship-winning models - the GSX-R supersport bikes and the QuadRacer R450 ATV.photo 1
  • The engine's all-round power characteristics present strong "roll-on" power and responsive low-to-mid range powerband.
  • The innovative lightweight battery-less electronic fuel injection system uses KEIHIN throttle body with progressive throttle linkage, built specifically for motocross, makes for efficient low-throttle power delivery.photo 2
  • 18-pin magneto senses feedback on crankshaft position, rotation speed and stroke for the ECU to calculate optimum injection and ignition timings.
  • Single-phase all-charging system, with the magneto supplying all the necessary electric power.
  • Suzuki Advanced Sump System (SASS) with separate crankshaft and transmission compartments allows a highly compact, short and low-slung engine.
  • Aluminum cylinder with Suzuki Composite Electrochemical Material (SCEM) coating, built for durability, light weight and efficient heat transfer.
  • 5-speed transmission provides extra flexibility, offering gear ratios suited for various terrains and conditions.
  • Link-type shifting system offers smooth transitions through the gears.
  • Hot starter positioned on the right handlebar, helping allow rider's left hand to focus on clutch operation.photo 3
  • Slim chassis design makes for a slim riding position, opening up the cockpit to help allow the rider to actively take control of the machine.
  • Lightweight twin-spar aluminum frame built with racing feedback for corner-railing, whoops-blazing rides and agile handling on various terrains.
  • Inverted twin-chamber SHOWA front forks and piggyback-reservoir SHOWA rear shock absorber, both designed focused on lightweight and smooth shock absorption. photo 4photo 5
  • Lightweight swingarm helps enhance terrain-traversing performance over bumps.photo 6
  • Race-inspired disc rotors offer enhanced cooling performance and efficient mud slinging. photo 7photo 8
  • Factory aluminum fuel tank holds 6.2 liters.photo 9
  • The footpegs are positioned with ample clearance from the mounting brackets to help prevent mud from caking up.photo 10
  • Sloped-down front fender and front number plate air-duct shaping help guide fresh air to the radiators for enhanced cooling performance.
  • Air intakes shaped on to both sides of the rear fender help heighten intake efficiency. .
  • Stylish two-tone radiator shrouds accentuate the RM-Z450's agile looks.
  • Gripper seat, with projected cross-shaped patterns on top surface to provide additional grip.
  • Factory gold-colored chain adds the finishing touches to the RM-Z450.