The History Behind Suzuki Dirt Bikes - Specs On The 2012 Range We are all familiar with the outstanding range of Suzuki dirt bikes that the Suzuki Motor Corporation produce these days. But, did you know they also produce ATV's, boat engines, light trucks, wheelchairs and a whole stack of other small engine powered products?Here's the story of how your modern day Suzuki dirt bike came about... Way back in 1909, an ambitious man named Mr Michio Suzuki had established a thriving business called the Suzuki Loom Company, based in Japan. Suzuki was building weaving looms to supply Japans then booming silk industry. So what's a man to do? Mr Suzuki and co. went back to producing looms. Things were looking up again... until the s#!% hit the fan when the cotton market collapsed in 1951. Suzuki now recognized the need for affordable, nimble transport to cater for the masses of Japanese in busy, congested cities. So they began focusing on the motorcycle industry...
By 1954, Suzuki was mass-producing motorbikes and had changed its name to Suzuki Motor Co Ltd. This led them to begin producing cars again, this time achieving great success. From there on as the market demand, peoples needs and wants, and discretionary income changed, motorbikes developed into lifestyle choices. Rather than just providing a transport tool, companies like Suzuki began creating 'leisure machines' such as the range of Suzuki dirt bikes and road cruisers as we know them today. Tell us what YOU think about Suzuki dirt bikes at the bottom of this page. Some 2012 Suzuki Dirt Bikes To Feast Your Eyes On
It seems the fellas from Suzuki took a long holiday in 2011 because they've basically changed diddely squat for the new 2012 models. The two stroke 125's and 250's have disappeared along with the RMX enduro bikes, leaving only the four stroke motocrossers behind to cater for both sports. It's interesting to see how many of the European bike manufacturers are expanding and developing their dirt bike range while the Japs are cutting back.. Is this a sign of things to come? New graphics, a red and black seat and some tinkering on the fuel system is all you'll find different on the 450's and 250's this year.
SPECS: Model: RMZ450 - 2012 Engine: 449cc, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, single cylinder, DOHC Bore Stroke: 96.0 mm (3.780 in) x 62.1 mm (2.445 in) Compression Ratio: 12.5:1 Fuel System: New 12-hole fuel injector increases fuel atomization for better power delivery Lubrication: Suzuki Advanced Sump System (SASS) Ignition: Electronic ignition (CDI) Transmission: 5-speed constant mesh Final Drive: Chain, DID520MXV4, 114 links Overall Length: 2190 mm (86.2 in) Overall Width: 830 mm (32.7 in) Overall Height: 1270 mm (50.0 in) Seat Height: 955 mm (37.6 in) Ground Clearance: 325 mm (12.8 in) Wheelbase: 1495 mm (58.9 in) Curb Weight: 113 kg Suspension Front: Telescopic inverted, coil spring, oil damped Suspension Rear: Swingarm, link type, coil spring, oil damped Brakes Front: Disc brake Brakes Rear: Disc brake Tires Front: 80/100-21 51M, tube type Tires Rear: 110/90-19 62M, tube type Fuel Tank Capacity: 6.2 L (1.6 US gallons) Color: Champion Yellow
SPECS: Model: RMZ250 - 2012 Engine: 249cc, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, single cylinder, DOHC Bore Stroke: 77.0mm (3.03 in) x 53.6mm (2.11 in) Compression Ratio: 13.4 : 1 Fuel System: Suzuki fuel injection Lubrication: Suzuki Advanced Sump System (SASS) Ignition: Electronic ignition (CDI) Transmission: 5-speed constant mesh Final Drive: Chain, DID520DMA4, 114 links Overall Length: 2170 mm (85.4 in) Overall Width: 830 mm (32.7 in) Seat Height: 955 mm (37.6 in) Ground Clearance: 345 mm (13.6 in) Wheelbase: 1475 mm (58.1 in) Curb Weight: 104.5 kg (230 lbs) Suspension Front: Telescopic inverted, coil spring, oil damped Suspension Rear: Swingarm, link type, coil spring, oil damped Brakes Front: Disc brake Brakes Rear: Disc brake Tires Front: 80/100-21 51M, tube type Tires Rear: 100/90-19 57M, tube type Fuel Tank Capacity: 6.5 L (1.7 US gal) Color: Champion Yellow KIDS 2012 SUZUKI DIRT BIKES
SPECS: Model: DRZ 125 - 2012 Engine: 4-stroke, air-cooled, OHC Bore Stroke: 57.0 mm (2.244 in) x 48.8 mm (1.921 in) Compression Ratio: 9.5 : 1 9.5 : 1 Fuel System: MIKUNI VM20SS Lubrication: Wet sump Starter: Primary kick Ignition: Electronic ignition (CDI) Transmission: 5-speed constant mesh Final Drive: Chain DID 428HG, 122 links Overall Length: 1805 mm (71.1 in) Overall Width: 735 mm (28.9 in) Seat Height: 850 mm (33.5 in) Ground Clearance: 260 mm (10.2 in) Wheelbase: 1245 mm (49.0 in) Curb Weight: 73 kg (161 lbs) Suspension Front: Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped Suspension Rear: Link type, coil spring, oil damped Brakes Front: Drum brake Brakes Rear: Drum brake Tires Front: 70/100-17 40M, tube type Tires Rear: 90/100-14 49M, tube type Fuel Tank Capacity: 4.8 L (1.3/1.1 US/Imp gal) - Including Reserve Color: Yellow Warranty: 6 month limited warranty Unchanged for a few years now (2008 I think), the RM 85's are really starting to show it. Although these models are known for their great handling and evenly-spread powerband. Any kid should be stoked to own one of these!
SPECS: Model: RM85 - 2012 Engine: 84.7cc, 2-stroke, liquid-cooled, single cylinder Bore Stroke: 48 x 46.8mm Compression Ratio: 9.5:1 / 10.9:1 Fuel System: KEIHIN PE28, single Lubrication: Fuel/oil premixture of 30 : 1 Ignition: Electronic ignition (CDI) Transmission: 6-speed constant mesh Final Drive: Chain, DID428DS, 118 links Starter: Kick Overall Length: 1805 (71.1 in.) Overall Width: 735mm (28.9 in.) Seat Height: 850 mm (33.5 in) Ground Clearance: 325mm (12.8 in.) Wheelbase: 1240mm (48.8 in.) Curb Weight: 73 kg (161 lbs) Suspension Front: Telescopic, pneumatic/coil spring, oil damped Suspension Rear: Link type, coil spring, oil damped Brakes Front: Disc brake Brakes Rear: Disc brake Tires Front: 70/100-17 40M, tube type Tires Rear: 90/100-14 49M, tube type Fuel Tank Capacity: 5.0 L (1.3 US gallons) Color: Champion Yellow No. 2 Warranty: No warranty If you are interested in the full range of Suzuki Dirt Bikes then check out
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