Hi everybody, I'm from Holland so my English won't be so good. I'm considering to buy a 2002 Rm125. But I'm concerned about the reliability of the Suzuki's. I've heard from everybody that the older Suzuki's weren't reliable. But what about the 2002? I've heard that Suzuki's have tranny and clutch problems. Does the 2002 still have this? Can you also tell me why those problems acure? And what about the topends? Do those topends last longer on an YZ125 or not? Thanks anyway!
Reliability Suzuki Rm125 2002
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I've had Suzukis since 1992 and I've never had a reliability problem and now I've got the 01 RM 250. I've heard that the clutch is weak but since I don't race, it's never failed me yet. The 02's are supposed to be right up there with the other brands in regards to performance and reliability. Check this topic, you won't see too many posts about rm's. ;) The top ends on 125's won't last quite as long as just because they are wound up a bit more for the power so you might have to change them out more often. Good luck
marcusgunby
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A few have had problems with the powervalve arm doing damage when it breaks. edit::note, i think im talking of the 01 model-the 02 was modified i beleive to combat this.
DEANSFASTWAY
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The SUZUKIS are way better now than in the past .
RMtrooprider
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I have had a few proplems with my 2001, like the power valve coonecting rod-$38, piston-$60, and oil has always dripped from my silencer, and now I have powervalve problems. But I love the bike.
My son has a 02 RM125 and rode the 01 last year. We race enduros and hare scrambles, and probably had 150 hrs on the bike. We replaced the piston & rings twice on the 01. Both are excellent bikes, with no troubles except for the 01 did have the powervalve linkage problem as mentioned. The 02 has a different connection method which eliminates the problem.
Both bikes have great suspension, great power, and very good ergonomics.
Both year models have the taller seat, but if you want a shorter seat foam, buy an aftermarket seat foam for a 01 RM250. Note that the stock seat foam is a bit too soft and gets flabbed out after use.
Both bikes have great suspension, great power, and very good ergonomics.
Both year models have the taller seat, but if you want a shorter seat foam, buy an aftermarket seat foam for a 01 RM250. Note that the stock seat foam is a bit too soft and gets flabbed out after use.
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which year RM would u recommend at this point 01 or 02 given all things equal as far as price?
marcusgunby
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Ive heard of issues with pre 02 gearboxes-my vote would go to a 02.
Go with the 02. The 01 has these faults- 1) has a dragging clutch which makes the bike hard to start in gear at times, 2) has issues with the powervalve linkage, 3) the rear tire will contact the fender during bottoming out unless the wheel is adjuster to longer length, 4) cheaper graphics, 5) rumors of gearbox weakness.
Also, the 02 has a slightly better powercurve, Excel rims, much better stock chain, and slightly slower steering geometry (more stable).
Also, the 02 has a slightly better powercurve, Excel rims, much better stock chain, and slightly slower steering geometry (more stable).
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i know the 2001 rm125 kicked ass when i rode my friends, the 2002's i hear do as well, i havnt rode one but your question was also that the yz top-end last longer than the rm 125's. well actually no top-end lasts longer than the other, its the way you ride it, overrevving i can fry a top-end, also jetting it too lean can do it, and also the amount of times you clean your filter, be sure to clean your airfilter after every ride it will make your piston and ring last alot longer
