In-Depth 2022 250 Shootout: 2022 Suzuki RM-Z250 

The rmz is the prettiest bike, corners really good.

Nothing but suzuki ❤

I own a 2021 and I don’t use it for the track, I mostly trail ride and sand and I love it.

Suzuki makes good motorcycles guys. If your a pro level rider than you need a Yamaha or KTM but everyone else can get suspension done on new Suzuki + add a pipe an be very happy!

Bro's like this will pick the winning bike in this list and STILL have the suspension redone. Kickstart, cheaper, fun for the weekend warrior. Hell I see a lot of guys trail and dune riding on these.

The Suzuki might come last but I’d still buy it over any new bike that’s out now. I currently have a 2021 RMZ 250 and I leave it outside 24/7 here in Alaska in -37 degrees and after kicking on the bike for a 5-7 minutes it starts right up and stays going. Other guys with the Electric start bikes can’t even get them started because the batteries and starters weren’t designed to be -40 degrees below zero. Out in more remote areas of the world simplicity and reliability are better than what’s new. I came from a 2014 Husaberg FE350 that was bought brand new off the show room floor and it was a good bike and I preferred how it looked but there was definitely days were the bike didn’t want to start in just 60 degree jeans and sweatshirt weather. As of price unfortunately I paid $9,800 for a RMZ, I feel like thats KTM pricing but up here people are trying to sell new KTM 250/350/450s for $14,500-$17,000 depending on if it’s a stripped down MX bike(14,500USD) or a SIX DAYS Edition bike($17,000USD) so unfortunately MSRP doesn’t even matter because of the stupid dealer markups.

As a 232lb. veteran ride, I love my 19 rmz250. I don’t need electric start. The I don’t need over rev. topend power. I like the turn in stability the most. Plus all the $ I saved, I’ve been able to get aftermarket stuff.

I don't care if it's ranked #1 or #7, its still a fun bike and I like suzuki. Drop the spring rate and set up the clickers for your liking and the lap times will be very close to the best in the class. Its will cost $ to put an exhaust and vortex ecu mapped by twisted development, but it wakes up the rmz. With exception of the top 1 or 2, you are going to have to do some suspension work anyway. If the yellow bike fits ur style, then its worth doing a few mods. But dropping the spring rate will be the best bang 4 your $. As for me I only ride for some fun, not interested in pro racing anymore. While the button is nice, its a non issue, as the bike starts super easily.

Id honestly like you to benchmark the last place bike with older year winners! See what the ol zuki would be comparative or better than just to see how good bikes got

Love my suzuki. Throw on some suspension and you have a great bike.

Bogul did well on it in Paris!! But it has been modified!!

Kind of makes me want one :)

It is a very nice looking bike. If Suzuki lowered those spring rates I would buy it

It will stand the test of time

Do we have any infos on the 23?

Id like to see the 22 rmz against a 16 crf or yz to see how they stand out

At 6'3" 210, vet class, am I too big and old to enjoy it? I want the smaller displacement for reducing arm pump, but I also don't want to have to ride the piss out of it everywhere just to clear all the jump. I know I know get better and faster etc.. but I kinda like cruising a little and still enjoying the obstacles at my age.

what specs would you recommend for the suspension? does it need to be re-valved or can lighter springs do the job?

If I bought a new 4t it would be a Suzuki just for the Kickstart since it won't die

what about the honda is it reliable?

How well would the stock suspension work for a 220lb rider?

Wow! Motley cru!

The new Honda is tits my son loves his! Just need to find some parts to make it to his liking

My opinion: everyone who owns a rmz and knows how to do maintenance (so not idiots riding motors at 500 hours no rebuild, letting filters go to shit etc) loves their bike. Never heard someone say “i hate my Suzuki” lmao so sounds to me like it’s a pretty easy bike to make whatever u want it. Also bike def isn’t uncomfortable i think none of them ride Suzuki so it feels different . Imo yz is most awkward bike to ride if u don’t have one. Feels like a fuckin tank lol fast as hell tho

All I’m saying is I hear people complain about their fancy austrian bikes 10X more than any Suzuki owner

Atleast it have a EFI TUNER Kawi 250 and 450 have plugs and Honda crf250 and 450 have 3 maps onöy.

Suzuki and gas gas all time best brands. i ride a 2013 rmz 250!

Give Travis Pastrana one and he will win on it. Double backflip, no worries 😉

Ayy

So does Suzuki not give interviews? There’s no one at all who will give an answer as to why they don’t do updates?

Suzuki is smart they throw Ricky on the bike and no one can win🌴🌴🌴🌴🔥 first place baby✔️✔️✔️✔️

..Roger d Custer .R Carmichael ....suzuki needs To uvest . .

Is there really a need to go “in depth” on this bike?

As long as people keep buying old Suzuki designs, they will never change a thing. Why buy a new Suzuki when it is 5-6 years behind the competition? Suzuki doesn't give a crap about their customers just let them die ...

Nothing is wrong with the rmz. It’s because Suzuki has pulled out of everything racing

What if Suzuki is pulling back on investing in developing these bikes because the writing on the wall with electric? Rather than dump money into a system that will be fased out they're probably developing electric bikes. Who knows just spit balling here. Plus the carry on from everyone about the kick start is ridiculous. Who cares

Suzuki dont care anymore !!! Use to be awesome bikes !!