- 2009 250F Shootout
- Sherri Cruse looked comfortable on the same brand as her 2008 WMA race bike, but all of the machines were too tall for her diminutive frame in stock condition.
- Moving through gears is quick and painless. The Zook did miss a gear once or twice, but it’s also shifted more than any other bike due to the soft power.
- The 47mm cartridge-style fork moves through the travel very quickly. Some extra volume or heavier oil would benefit more aggressive riders.
- Hammering through the whoops was one area where the advanced riders had problems with the Showa suspension blowing too quickly through the stroke.
- Some changes in gearing would benefit the RM-Z, blasting out of corners with more authority.
- One area where the Z250 does stand out is in the ergonomics. The bike feels very similar to the Honda in respects to layout but is slightly larger.
- The ergos are instictive and it makes life aboard the yellow bike very comfortable.
- Our novice was also enamored with the engine characteristics and felt confident it would be at or near the top if the rear sprocket was enlarged.
- 2009 Suzuki RM-Z250F
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