Rmz 450 hard to start Is this normal for this bike. Jul 30, 2014 · So I have 15 hours on the new steed and she is still very hard to start like 12 kicks when cold. gently click the kickstarter down one click. Normally i would full choke it and give it about 3 kicks and it would fire right over. Seems like it starts but just dies instead of running. Screw is out 2 turns. Jun 30, 2022 · I had some issues with my 2011 RMZ, I find it is sensitive to fuel map plugs, if hard to start when hot, I switch to the white lean plug, if I get a flame-out in corners on a cold day, I fit the richer grey plug. I also did crash it but nothing serious and bike was running fine later that day. Ive done some reading but my bikes seems to perform well compared to what ive read. plus at your weight you can t set the sag to 104 without a heavier spring. It would work every time. Also when it’s running with the choke on it just… Oct 12, 2022 · The Suzuki RM Z250 is a nimble dirt bike equipped with a 249cc engine and a five-speed transmission. Any th This is getting old but in a nut shell my bike is sometimes hard to crank. As I mentioned earlier, I have the pink slip on it. Apr 3, 2013 · So Recently I bought a 2011 rmz 250. I dont know what else to do. By clicking on an affiliate link, you accept that third-party cookies will be set. three people at the tra OVERVIEW Winning race results prove that the 2026 RM-Z450 remains the champion’s choice. And my buddy shut his bike off. I thought my Vortex ECU went bad but shipped it to Australia and they tested it and said it was fine. The last few cold rides i have I recently bought a used 2022 RM-Z 250, and my dad has been helping me learn as this is my first dirt bike. Will trade for newer Aug 19, 2005 · What is the technique to starting these bikes? Ive owned all yamaha 4-strokes from the 400 to the 450 and havent had this big of an issue starting. Only the odd BANG here and there. It has a rekluse clutch, IMS tank and a few other mods but is mostly stock. The bike still would not start. Our RMZ 450-2005 has random start problems. I don't know if I stalled it, or the bike cut out or what but wh Jul 31, 2014 · Hi. But once hot in the woods pull up kill it, it might re-fire in one kick Feb 25, 2012 · G'day guys, I have a '11 model that doesn't wanna start. Description:The 2025 Suzuki RMZ 450 is here, bringing next-level power, precision, and innovation to the motocross world! With an updated 449cc four-stroke e Apr 6, 2009 · I just got my 2008 RM-Z450('09 engine installed) and am having a really hard time getting it to fire up. Very hard to start, pop, spit die. New spark plug, clean air filter and this mother will not start Jan 16, 2016 · Hi peeps Been out in some local woods today and as ever, the RM-Z is giving me back chat!! I was turning around in double track section so slowed down considerably then as I went to put the power down to accelerate it cut out on me. In the mornings on choke it cranks within 5 kicks, carburetes (sp?) good and clean. I find it hard to start when cold. Dec 17, 2013 · It is always hard to start. Cold it starts great and runs great when warm. What I would do is get the kick starter to the top. It doesnt sputter or cut out while riding. Buddy got it in a trade and wants to sell. but now a week later and i have hella compression. Anyone know why my 2005 rmz 450 only starts with the choke on? And it doesn’t start with it off. Still cant seem to find the magic code that gets it to fire up easily. I don't like buying bikes off the showroom Feb 17, 2008 · Hi i need help with my rmz 450 2011 mod it will not start unless you spray fuel into throdle i have cheecked timing valves in spec new stater its doing my head in please help Nov 9, 2003 · Join Date 9th November 2003 - 13:52 Bike 08 RMZ 450 Location taranaki Posts 815 Hey guys, I have recently moved up from a crf250 2011 to a 2013 rmz 450 and am having problems starting it (50+ kicks) both hot and cold and didn't know if this was a common problem or if I'm just being a wimp. Hey guys, i recently bought an 08 450 with the motor apart because of loss in compression. Dec 8, 2014 · I have a serious starting issue in my 2009 RMZ 450 fuel injection. We took a short 5 min trip to our trail head. Trying to keep it to the point as to not waste y’all’s time. i checked the timing on my bike and it is all inline, it is a brand new 07 rmz450 and i am pretty sure it is putting to much fuel in the carb because when i kick it it leaks fuel. This is getting old but in a nut shell my bike is sometimes hard to crank. However after the bike has warmed up it's nearly impossible to start again, I always eventually get it going without a bump start but we are talking 20-30 kicks. when its at TDC (l lightly kick the motor over until its at the tightest spot then give it a good kick) it will fire right up, but only at TDC. This is my firt fourstroke race bike. Checked the valves and a little loose - intake is at 6thou and exhaust at 9 thou Suzuki says intake 4-6thou and exhaust 7-9thou. May 9, 2025 · I was able to kick start it after a few kicks yesterday but today won’t fire up. He kicks to the point of being pissed off and loading the bike back up. I havent had any problems during the summer really. And after bump starting it the motor has a loud ticking noise coming. Only visib May 21, 2017 · I will show you how to use choke (starter valve) and throttle, how to properly kick the kick starter, how I kick start a dirt bike when its cold and when its warmed up. My friends who were on first year EFI Honda 's have switched to KTM e-starts, because they would sometimes kick their bikes 30 times before they would start. I’ve found if I tilt the bike over until gas runs out of the vent tubes, choke on and one twist of the throttle, the bike light’s up in about 5 kicks. your static sag will be in the under 30 mm ,you need 40 mm static on rmz 450 . When he Jul 31, 2014 · Hi. The hot start never works! Sometimes i have to kic Apr 18, 2013 · My RMZ recently started to stall allot and got worse to the point that it won't start and it will barely kick over. Sep 22, 2011 · Though I had a much older version of the RMZ 450 (2009) it was always a bitch to start when hot, and I came in last in many races due to a simple tip over and not being able to fire the bike for 1 or 2 min. When starting the bike, the system flashes a few times, giving the rider the chance to select a mode. I have a 2007 rmz 450 just had it rebuilt because 3rd gear went on it before the mechanic done any work the bike started first or 2nd kick now its a nightmare to start very hard to get the kick start to the bottom but has plenty of compression is the re anything I could do to ease the kick start Sep 21, 2008 · Just picked up my 08. At the track last Saturday it started fine then started popping and ran weak. Things I have done already; Adjusted the exhuast valves within spec. May 22, 2023 · Unfortunately, once valves start moving or needing adjustment, it's usually the beginning of the end for that valve. (10 hours) I got my bike back and now it is very very hard to start. The bike doesn't like to start when cold and I actually couldnt start it for almost 45 minutes until I put a heater next to the motor for a little while, and it still took arou I had a 13 rmz it was very hard to start. But once hot in the woods pull up kill it, it might re-fire in one kick Looking to trade for something interesting rmz 450 hard to start I think it needs a valve adjustment The bike works really good when it's running Feb 25, 2012 · G'day guys, I have a '11 model that doesn't wanna start. If it's cold it won't start anything under a 100 kicks and if it's in room temp it will start maybe 30th kick if I'm lucky but once I get it started it will fire first kick after that all days long as it never fully cools down. Plastics are flawless and overall bike is also. Easy to start when hot! What's the cold starting trick? Sep 21, 2020 · Ever think they will make a kit to convert Suzuki’s to an electric start?? 2018 rmz450 is what I have now picked it up end of last year new for 6k hard to pass up I know it’s not the greatest but I’ve always been on Suzuki’s New thread Rmz 450 hard to start 1/31/2019 4:26 PM Hello I have a 2008 Rmz 450 the bike won't start when cold, you can roll start it it will start and run fine. It is usually hard to kick (seems kick start arm isnt right)but it does start after a few kicks. 1 and fmf powerbomb exaust system. Well basically even when it is cold also. 005" Did not change) (Exhaust-0. If I can get it started it runs like it should, but is very hard to start. (Okay, maybe "modern" isn't the perfect word for that bike, but you get my point. Got my new RMZ 450 today, my buddy picked it up at the dealer for me, when I got it home into the garage of course the first thing I want to do is hear it run, well after about a thousand kicks (not really but felt like it) I got it to pop off (flooded). After it dies, it starts after about a hundred kicks. The bike starts in one or two kicks and runs as long as the choke is pulled. Carb main is 180 and pilot is 42. But after the engine was stalled - i kick again with or without hotstart more than 10 kicks. ) Could the valves be out, stri Jul 29, 2019 · Hey guys, I have a 2009 RMZ 450 and I normally ride once a week . Feb 25, 2013 · Hey guys, I have a 2005 Suzuki RMZ450 that is hard to start, backfiring on the decelration and the front of the exhuast pipe is getting hot (Orange color) very quickly. I replaced the plug, cleaned the carb and changed all fluids before i rode it. Adjusted the valves to middle of spec and timed everything. Have a 2012 RMZ 450. I ordered the 06 hot start and an ASV clutch lever with hot start lever so I could move it to the handlebars. Apr 10, 2025 · Fresh top end done right. So im thinking either it needs a n On my '06, if I stall while riding, I pull in the hot start lever and make sure I get a solid kick all the way through the starter. Jan 9, 2015 · I have a 2011 Suzuki RMZ 450 that does not want to start. thanks ? My 450 hasn't ever been a good starter, but now it's terrible. When I first got it, the bike was hard to start. The bike has maybe 10 hours on a brand new crank, piston and rings, and cylinder. Even though the ambient temp is 90°. cdi voltage output? any 2010 Suzuki RMZ 450 hard to start Hello, I have 2010 RMZ 450 the valves are in spec but this thing is just hard to - Suzuki 2010 RMZ 450 question Sep 11, 2012 · Few questions If someone can give me some advise please. I have a friend with a RMZ 450 from 2006 with a rekluse and a Doma muffler installed. The only way the bike will start is if I bump start it. In this article […] Man these bikes are hard to start! - RMZ 450 - ThumperTalk All Activity Home Forums Dirt Bikes Make / Model Specific Suzuki Motorcycles RMZ 450 Mar 17, 2017 · Swapped a kdx 125 for a rmz 450 so idk what condition the 450 been left it but when I got the bike it seemed pretty good all round not to hard to start no bogging but then I was changing the plug and forgot to put the ht lead back in and kick it a bunch of times pretty hard and then i noticed. All of the little nobs are set to 5. It has 28 hrs. +1 that hard to start when dropped, or stalled (sometimes) seems if you miss the first two kicks, it gets pissed off. Here's what I've tested so far 1. I kick like crazy until it finally fires. Do it yourself. Apparently the valves were just done on them. I'm coming off a ktm 250sx, so I'm used to 1 kick starts. the owner couldnt kick it anymore so thats the reason he got rid of it. Don’t pull when cold. This is correct, had a 2008 crf250r. also it is very hard to kick it when it is at tdc, as if there is alot of compression in it. When the bike is hot pull the lever to start it. I understand the process of choking it and also the hot start that is on the bike. If you pull the plug out you can kick it easily as you should. Read on to learn more about this exciting new bike! Selling my 2020 rmz 450 no title will have bos runs great but starts hard and has some valve tap could use an adjustment new kibble white valves and newer piston rides great. Well if that's the issue, try giving your bike a full twist of throttle before starting the bike after you've turned the gas on. anyone else finding it hard to start? ok in my excitment instead of pulling the choke out i turned the idle up or down:banghead: so im finding it real hard to start. I will find that out to Feb 28, 2010 · 2008 1/2 450Z owners: how many kicks does it take to start your bike? It always takes me at least a dozen. I had a 2006 KTM 450 that would usually start on the first kick. As soon as you Jul 6, 2015 · Any legit suggestions on why my bike is so hard to start when its cold? When it is hot, it will crank right up. It has spark 2. The story is I had a pretty hard crash laid the bike down on the right hand side twisting the radiator, twisting up all the controls and hurting the bike cosmetically. I've had it for about 2 months now, bought it used. This indicates that the system is actively cycling through Here is our RMZ450 Suzuki with electric start. But wont start. When he Jul 4, 2018 · 09 rmz 450 efi. Aug 20, 2007 · hey guys, I have a huge problem, I just got this new RMZ and the bike ran great but I noticed oil leaking out of the bottom of the drain bolt, so i changed the oil and I filled it to what i thought was the proper oil level 1500 cc, thats what it said on the oil filter cover; cause it had a Dec 3, 2013 · I have an 07 rmz 450 which I rode for the summer I let the bike sit for a couple bikes amd I went out to start the bike up and it wouldnt start. Took about 10-15 kicks before it would fire and after it started it ran decent. Runs and restarts as it should after the initial problem. Has a very hard time physically starting like it’s so hard to kick over the kickstart shaft broke. This works better then TDC hard kicks because it winds the engine up and clears it out as its starting (similar to an electric starter motor). All bent and broken bits were replaced in the following 2 weeks after th Mar 16, 2009 · I have an 08 450 with around 30 hours on it. Doing that she usually refires Hello my 06 is a bitch to start when I'm riding and fall in a corner it is so hard to start and my valves are good and it does it sometimes when I shut it off for a min then start it back up A friend has an 05 rm450, it takes him forever to get it to start. Anyone have any tricks or know what the problem might be? I was just doing some work to the motor on my bike and now when I try to start it it either gives no signs of life like it even wants to start or when it does start it only runs for a few seconds and cuts off, I’m pretty sure I’m not getting the fuel I need but I’m pretty new to the fuel injection so any help is appreciated, thanks. when its cold it takes about 10 kicks. on it, had valves checked and they are in spec. when I have a 2012 Suzuki RMZ 250 Fuel injected. Starts right up when cold and I don't have any other issues with how it runs. Recently it has occasionally been hard to start. It didn't come with a cable, what do I use and where do I get it? Need Help guys! Mar 23, 2005 · I have had my RMZ450 for 2 weeks and have got sick of reaching for the carb to use the hot start, it is my only problem with the bike i have fitted the KXF/RMZ250 Plunger, Cap and Cable to the carb and then fitted an ARC lever/perch assy with thumb hot start so i have the hotstart on the handleba Feb 15, 2025 · The 2025 Suzuki RMZ450 Electric Start is the latest and greatest motocross bike from Suzuki. Once I started giving it a good hard kick it started great hot. Tried to start it 10 min later and it was a bear to kick and wouldn't start. when i went and bought it 2 days ago the guy kick started it and it started right up 2nd kick and runs and idles beautifully. hope this will help you guys Aug 14, 2013 · I have about 10 hours on my RMZ450. It has start after the winter stop period. I'm thinking it needs a new top end any ideas of what it could be? Anything I could check without tearing into it? Compression test maybe? Oct 15, 2024 · One day I was playing around with spark plugs and I got to put the ht lead back in and kicked it hard quite a few times before I realised the bike starts right up first kick from Cold bikes been to a mechanic ( not sure of how good he is ) the valves are in spec not sure if there towards the tigh Suzuki rmz450 2007 road legal both sets of wheels mot has expired as I just don’t use it hasn’t moved since last mot so shouldn’t be any reason to fail some paper work and spares kick start only as I thought I had the same problem then I realized that when it was hot I was also starting to get tired so I wasn't kicking it as hard. I do all my own work but I can't figure out why my bike is getting hard to start hot and cold. Feb 1, 2021 · Jus wondering what everyone’s opinion on the 07 rmz450 is, I traded a 06 ltz400 for mine and I love it it’s got a zeta racing stator and I think that’s all that’s Been done to it, it’s got 60 hours on the hour meter and starts first kick still I was gonna sell and put a down payment for a new one RM-Z450 06 RMZ450 doesn’t want to start I picked up a 06 rmz450 and he told me he tried to do the carb rebuild kit on it and tested it and didn’t get it running so posted for sell. If it still takes a lot of attempts, try your hotstart. I checked the valves twice in the past 10 hours and they are within spec and changed out the plug still no good. hope you guy can help i have a rmz 450 and the only way to start it is cold the timing is spot on on the cams and the valves are good any sugestions Bike starts revving up without touching it and has a high idle| 2013 Suzuki RMZ-450 Mar 11, 2012 · This page may contain affiliate links, which means we may earn a small commission if a visitor clicks through and makes a purchase. After that first start of the day is was fine. I have found that almost any 4-stroke cannot resist starting using the following proceedure (when dropped stalled, or just plain stubborn). Gave the carb a good cleaning and this improved things greatly. It makes a huge difference. Hey, I was just wanted to ask everyones apinion on how you recommend starting my RMZ 450. The Rekluse CX clutch, FMF Q4 and RG3 were the main players. This might be a long shot but someone might have any idea. Bike was running great a month or so ago other than stalling after powering up hills. It starts first or second kick but then runs at a low idle. I’ve got a lot in it and am sure I’ll get it going but any ideas are helpful. Come back up to the top and kick hard all the way through. A clogged pilot jet restricts fuel flow at low throttle, causing hard starts. when it's hot seems easier but still at least 2- Jan 29, 2018 · Just got a 05 rmz450. If you stall it can be helpful. I followed the manual when building it. I then went through anufhing I thought would keep the bike from starting, I shimmed the valves I to clearance and put a new spark plug in the bike clean Jan 30, 2019 · Hi I have a 2009 Rmz450 with full fmf powerbomb exhaust, and high compression piston. I have checked the valve clearance twice. I bought a used one from If the bike is warm - i don't use the hot start and it is mostly perfect with the 1st or 2nd kick. If I turn off the choke it immediately dies, just like hitting the kill switch. My problem is that the bike starts fine when cold but if the bike is hot I have a hard time starting it. turns over a few times but dies,like it almost starts and then dies. Each time it has taken between 30-50 kicks to get it to fire up. Wideopengraphix Motocross graphics I got a nice 2007 Suzuki rmz450 Carmichael edition it’s got stage two hot cams new odi lock on grips blue guts seat cover gold excel wheels full fmf exhaust I got it on trade wouldn’t start got it to. Can anyone help May 11, 2011 · I just bought a 2005 Suzuki RMZ 450. I saw many threads on stalling the bike in corners and problems with cold starts. I loved the bike but hate starting it. Fuel injected kick start. Any tips or tricks to help it fire quicker? Once ho May 23, 2014 · Guys, I have a 2008 RMZ 450 with EFI. No, i don't think the valves are out of tolerance - bought the bike as a leftover, bike is essentially brand-new (after sitting on the dealer floor for a year. Mar 28, 2013 · 2008 Suzuki Rmz 450 Won’t start, full rebuilt on the motor including valves, head, etc, bike is setup as a snow bike right now ran perfectly fine it ran out of fuel when I was done riding fueled it up and didn’t start after that, checked all connections, fuel line, injector was dirty cleaned that Sep 11, 2023 · Need help i have an 09 rmz 450 trying to find out when this year bike is cold 78* what is the voltage it puts out on a hard kick and a slow roll? i have already put a oem condenser on so im seeing 3v slow kick then if i kick it hard im seeing 10. its so much that sometimes i cant hardly move the kick starter while i am on Jan 10, 2023 · Now, I wouldn't want to pull start that thing either, but I was referring to a modern, high-compression 450 4-stroke, like an RM-Z450. First adjustment after break-in. Oct 26, 2016 · hey all i just picked up a 2013 rmz 450 the man i picked it up from was an older gentleman, overall a very clean bike and appears to have zero issues. My bike (RMZ 450 2007) is spluttering at high revs? Only high revs, otherwise running perfectly. took carb off and heard sun shaking Nov 21, 2016 · If you did nt this is the reason the Rear shock is hard . Any tricks or advice to make starting easier. The RM-Z450’s controllable engine will captivate you with its high peak power, as its agile chassis continues to be the Jul 21, 2012 · Rmz 450 starts shuts off then backfires very hard to start then will start for 5 secs then shuts off and I kick it and it backfires @ To hot start kick the bike, pull the hot start lever in, dont use any throttle or choke (obviously) and rapidly kick the kick starter about 5 times really fast. May 20, 2025 · I have a 2011 suzuki RMZ 450 that is impossible to start when its hot/warm. The RM-Z450’s sleek, race-ready appearance, strong engine, and nimble chassis provide the effective power and precise handling required to continue Suzuki’s race-winning legacy. I had a race and it was about 41 and it took forever to get it to start. And also I got the fmf factory 4. I'm having trouble starting my 13 RMZ450,anybody else and any fixes I got a 06 rmz 450 and love it! but the thing is hard to start, I've owed many 450S but never had one that was as hard to start as this one. Cold it does not want to start. It's on about 55hrs with a top and bottom engine rebuild at 30hr. Feb 13, 2010 · what would cause so much compression that i cant kick start my bike? i just changed timing chain and adjusted timing it ran fine and started right up after i set timing. On the fly wheel, I have it set on the second timing mark ( as per the Dec 8, 2014 · I have a serious starting issue in my 2009 RMZ 450 fuel injection. After mayber 30-40 kicks it might start-seems to be getting worse getting spark & Fuel runs great when it finally starts-hot or cold it is now starting horrible checked valves, timing and changed plug poss. I just need to learn how to start it. It is hard starting. Jan 15, 2021 · I've got a 2018 RMZ450. Nov 3, 2012 · hey guys, new to this site. Not even a pop. My 05 rmz starts great all the time even when real hot. I'm at 800ft, right now the main jet is 165, pilot is 42, fuel screw is 1. When I got back to the pits it just died. Didnt have a whole lot of time yesterday and I wanted to see if it was going to be hard to start when it was warmed up too. I’m pretty familiar with the “Big Sep 6, 2009 · Finally got it all back together last week. I can kick about 5 times and then in locks up and I can't kick anymore. It may need shimming again soon. It allows the rider to choose between three different modes to adjust engine characteristics for optimal performance during race starts. Feb 23, 2016 · my 2006 suzuki rmz450 shuts off when idling and then is getting hard to start up does is need the valves shimmed or is it something else ? Nov 26, 2010 · I have a 2008 RM-Z450, takes about 10 to 12 kicks to start when cold, but after it's running, 1 -2 kicks. May 1, 2018 · Hey everyone, I'm new to the forum and would like to try to figure out why my bike is such a bear to start. This came on suddenly. The bike kicked and ran perfect. RM-Z450 motorcycle pdf manual download. I've had a 05 Honda CRF 450 and it did the same thing but not nearly as loud. more Jun 3, 2016 · I have a 2013 rmz450 it's getting hard to start. i rebuilt the top end and the bike doesnt like to start. Perfectly timed. That being said if your bike has had good maintenance like valves are in spec clean carb may not need it. 5 turns out. Apr 6, 2009 · I just got my 2008 RM-Z450('09 engine installed) and am having a really hard time getting it to fire up. 2010 Suzuki rmz 450. The tank is really only aluminum for looks, and possibly for a better seal for the fuel pump. Sometimes when the engine is cold we must kick 10 minutes before the engine fired up. I have my timing dead nuts on. Any tips on what to do if it is real cold outside? I bl During colder months of the year my 05 can be hard to start that first time in the morning. Now after it has been standing still for about a year it gives him a hard time. Took it apart and the valve clearances were quite a bit off. If for some reason it has not refired after 6 kicks, I turn the fuel off- lay the bike way over on its left side to encourage any excess fuel to drain out-then kick it over with the fuel still off. The bike just got new shifter forks, new crank, new pistons and rings. . Apr 9, 2014 · I have a 2005 Suzuki RMZ 450. Bike is really clean. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. 2010 Suzuki RMZ 450 hard to start I went riding for a few hours and drove it back home when i got home it died and i havnt been able to get it to start since cleaned carb, has strong blue spark, gotta wait for my buddy to get off work Oct 4, 2005 · I recently bought an ASV clutch perch with the hot start lever that mounts on the bottom of it. If the problem persists, I would clean the spark plug with some regular gas and a wire brush. When a 2005 RMZ450 starts only at wide open throttle cold, check the pilot jet and carburetor synchronization. Understanding where TDC is and learning how to coax it just past the (hard part of the Kick stroke) TDC can help alot. But with the plug in its insanely hard. Jan 27, 2018 · I have an 07 Suzuki RMZ 450 and I'm running into trouble when I try to kickstart it. the fuel filter/line is Aug 8, 2018 · Morning. I went over all the electronics and found the condenser/capacitor to be dead. There’s been a few issues that I’m not sure what the causes could be. I've taken it to 2 different bike shops and both saying everything is lined up right In motor. CHOOSING THE PARAMETERS For my base model on this project, I went with a 2018 RM-Z450. That was my experience. I bought my 06 rmz 450 about 2 years ago and when i got it, it was really hard to kick start. Aug 19, 2015 · I have an 04 rmz 250. Press in kill May 2, 2009 · Second, the RMZ450 really doesn't like to start when hot - make sure you use the hot start, which on the 05 is the little red plunger on the left side of the carb. I just want to know how difficult or easy to start the 2015 RMZ450 is. If bone cold it will crack off in a couple of kicks and runs and idles fine. Rides great. Sometimes it takes ,also with a cold engine ,two or tree kick's before it starts. later on that night Apr 3, 2013 · Hello I have a 2008 Rmz 450 the bike won't start when cold, you can roll start it it will start and run fine. If the temp is like 60 or higher it starts first kick every time. For the past 5 weeks, every time I go to start it cold it takes me forever to get this bike going it seems. when I got the bike it had spark but low coolant so i just did coolant, oil and oil filter change and new spark plug. The first issue was it dying (stalling) while in gear but with the clutch pulled in. The choke never really did much on the c RMZ450 often faces cold start difficulties and inconsistent idle due to carburetor or fuel delivery issues. Runs great and no other problems. I tried to start it 20 minutes later and NOTHING. There is no way to predict if it wil crank 1st kick or 20th kick. Im thinking i need to adjust the carb but i dont even know where to start, I love this bike, it runs so good once it finally turns over. My valve clearances are in spec, my timing is good, but I'm not sure about jetting. We gave the Suzuki RMZ-450 some needed manners down low and some suspension versatility. Hot start is not a issue,two or three kick Sep 1, 2010 · Hey guys, jsut made the switch from an 07 (carb) RMZ450 to a 2010 (FI) RMZ450. Once out of shim adjustment, valve job is required with new valves and seats. Bike is super fast, but is hard to start. View and Download Suzuki RM-Z450 manual online. I bought the bike as a basket case because the guy shredded a gear in the transmission and lost interest after taking it apart. Jun 10, 2009 · My 07 rmz250 is really, really difficult to start when it's hot. I put a ratchet on the crainkshaft on the stator side and turn the crainkshaft which allows me to move the kickstarter with my other hand Feb 3, 2016 · I'm currently looking at 2 bikes, RMZ and CRF. (Intake-0. The launch control system on the Suzuki RM-Z450 is called S-HAC (Suzuki Holeshot Assist Control). Anyways my 07, as well as most all bikes I've had have had a Starting Technique to start it quick and easy every timeMy 07 was: pull out choke, give it 2 stabs of throttle, and then a nice steady follow through kick Aug 1, 2025 · The RM-Z450 has earned championships at every level with its crisp acceleration, top-end power, and nimble chassis. Checking my valves this morning, the exhaust v All Activity Home Forums Dirt Bikes Make / Model Specific Suzuki Motorcycles RMZ 450 Kickstarter resistance/binding/sticking when trying to start Facebook Twitter Youtube Instagram Pinterest Newsletter My 2008 kept jumping timing and would not start I replaced the cam chain, put new exhaust valves, cut the seats, all clearances are in spec and done properly. Mine usually refires in 1-3 kicks. He bought it about two years ago and it ran ok the first year. 008" changed from May 19, 2020 · I bought a 15 RMZ450 and it has a vortex X10 ignition / ECU. This video content it is all about Suzuki RM-Z 450 racing bike can't start problem trouble shooting. How is that possible? Secondly, it’s terribly aggressive, and I believe it was tuned aggressively and it’s been rough for me Jul 28, 2025 · Complete Suzuki 2023 RMX450Z Electric Starter assembly -- includes all the internals for an easy bolt-on installation! Plopping around at slow speeds on a 450 motocrosser can be a handful. Buddy of mine just traded it for a car needs some work. it was a bear to start t I am having a problem that I haven't found a thread on yet. I pull out the starting lever always when motor is cool. I have trouble starting it up once it is warm. It's hard to start. 2005 RMZ450 rough idle, hanging revs, backfiring, and stalling Hey guys, I’m kinda at a loss. 5 so each time i kick it i might see 12. This is why it takes a few kicks to start the new EFI RMZ-450, you first need to build enough of a charge to get the fuel pump to turn and build enough pressure for the injector to fire properly. 3v then 11. Aimed at entry-level riders it combines a sleek race-ready appearance, advanced rider technology and a manageable amount of power. Once started it makes a pretty loud clanging noise. Often time, when I kick it over, it will run for a second and then die out, almost like it isn’t getting enough fuel? But eventually it will actually start. I've got a boot on, piston is @ TDC, and the fuel/choke knob is pulled out, I recently had my valves done on my 05 rmz 450. Hopefully that made sense. It features a powerful 450cc engine, electric start, and a host of other features that make it a top choice for riders of all levels. It's brand new and I have only started it 3 times. It push starts easy rides good but pops alot when not giving it much gas. Doesn't start as easy as it used to. This is my second rmz 450 and it is no different from the 2006 I owned. Didn't check needle or p Jul 25, 2009 · I have a 2004 RMZ250 4 stroke we just bought. What should I do? Shim valves, check sparkplug, check carb (jetting). when it's cold takes many kicks, tried with chock, with out chock, blip of throttle, nothing seems to help. xigt wpojies ezssax kno bdr mcwr fbmpu fjsu bqbw pemked jpyfe dwqk cpomha vcrmj vzs