would you buy 03 suzuki?

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Nevada Sixx

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looks like the magazines seem to like the 03 rm 250 so far..
ive always heard rm's were junk compared to other bikes. do you guys really believe that?

 

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Bazooka Joe

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Modern RM's are just fine. I've owned 7 RM's ranging from 95-02; 2- 80's, 3- 125's, & 2- 250s. All were fine.

Would I buy a 03? Absolutely, if I am in the market for new bikes. Nothing wrong with the yellow brand.

BTW, I've always heard that 89 YZ125's were junk.

 

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beer_stud_76

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Nevada -

i've never owned a suzuki but i know LOTS of people who do, both road and dirt bikes. never heard a suzuki specific complaint about them. i'd buy an RM if i was buying a new MX bike. mostly because there is a sale at my local dealer and they're about a grand less than the others.

didn't a feller named Jeremy McSomthing finish second in the 97 SX series on a more or less stock RM?

point is, if you find a good deal on one go for it.


jeremiah

 

truespode

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As long as this thread remains to be about looking for information on the RM line and it's history this will remain open.

If this turns into a pissing contest or a brand war then I will close it.

Thanks
Ivan

 

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los36

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I've owned a 92 RM 125 and an 02 RM 250. I had a few Hondas in between. The improvement in the quality of the components and build of the old RMs compared to the new RMs is 100%. In the past, the RMs did have trouble, but now they are on par w/ the other manufacturers.

 

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Everyone has told me Rms 2000+ are great, but the rest are junk...

I dunno if that's true but I'v not met somone with a 2000+ that complained.

 

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I need some feedback on the new 2003 RM85. Im looking for a fast bike that can be raced pretty much in stock form or with minor changes.. Thanx Josh

 

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MXrider-
I can tell you that any of the 85s can be raced copetitively in stock form. The RM has the easiest motor to race because it has the most low-end hp.
Check the mini forum for the answers to the rest of your questions.

 

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hey los,, tell me something about your rm,, do you think your narrow frame and seat wears you down over long rides? Would you rather your bike be "fatter"?

 

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Nevada-
I don't think so. I think it makes the bike "feel" lighter. I've ridden an 02 CR 250, which is a slim bike. It "felt" heavier and much wider....even though, in reality, its not much that nuch wider and is supposedly lighter.
I like the new RM's feel. It's like a super fast 125.

 

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I own a 81 RM 125 and it runs fine, still starts pretty much first kick and handles very well. I dont know about the RMs not being built as well as the other brands around this time, cause my bike seems to have been built very well. My brother bought a 2003 DR-Z125L as a play bike this summer, it works very well too.
So I don't see anything wrong with going with an RM.
Those are my 2cents

Corey

 

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Anssi

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From the previews in the mags, the RM250 at least seems to be pretty good. One of my racing adversaries just got a -03 RM250 trading in his YZ426F and so far is very glad to be back to two-strokes.

I'm considering the RM, too, since it reportedly has no real flaws and is roomy out of the box (I'm 6'4").

It is about 700 euros less expensive than a YZ to boot. I might have to wait until -04 since my -02 520 SX might be too expensive still to get a decent trade-in.

 

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i had a 95 rm80 and it was ok, it had good power and handling but the suspension was harsh i also owned a 98 ds80 thats the only 2 suzuki's i owned