Pages: 1
Posted by: LT80
For the funds available, keep the 400ex.
I doubt you'll find a TRX or YFZ for what you have available.
Posted by: Bradracer18
The quadzilla shouldn't even be mentioned........
In my opinion, for a beginner xc racer(who needs time on a bike, and doesn't have the money to trick a quad out).........I'd say go with the Predator 500. They make an xc version of it.....that comes with many upgrades.
The 450's are very similar......you really can't go wrong with either of them, but you will need to do a little work to them to make them race ready, where the predator might already get you by.
Posted by: Bradracer18
The zilla is very old, and way out dated. The power would not be the same. In races like this, a 4stroke is the best bet. You want a quad with good even power, that will be a sure bet to finish the race.......
Posted by: Bradracer18
yeah........but would that be your choice of bike?? I dunno......with technology and all, I'd pick a new 4 stroke if it were me. they come so race ready, and are very reliable.
The quadzillas that you are talking about surely have quite a bit of $$ held up in mods, as compared to the 450's I'd hope.......
Posted by: Bradracer18
And.........he said he didn't want it.
Posted by: Bradracer18
I realized what you said......either way I put it......means you don't really care to talk about it.
I don't really know what used yfz's are going for........but you could probably find a decent one somewhere......
Posted by: motox26
Quote
Originally posted by: 1BAD250R
Quote
Originally posted by: Bradracer18
The zilla is very old, and way out dated. The power would not be the same. In races like this, a 4stroke is the best bet. You want a quad with good even power, that will be a sure bet to finish the race.......
True, a zilla is not the best quad for an enduro...but to say it is out-dated is wrong. I still see LT500s running circles around some of the new 450s in a variety of racing conditions.
The only way a Zilla is going to compete in any competition is if it is in a straight line.BR>
For XC racing I'd say any modern 4-stroke would be fine, even a 400ex, it is mostly rider. I would say one of the 450's would be you best bet tho, if the money is there.
Posted by: motox26
The LT-R450 might be a little to wide for woods racing.
Posted by: motox26
Quote
Originally posted by: 1988fast250x
no now i never said i dont want it!! i would love to have the bike but im looking to spend about 3000 to 4000 bucks on the bike so thats just what im saying and i think i could get a good yfz ot trx for the money dont u guys think?
I don't know man. The 450's are holding their value pretty well, you might find one for around $4000 that may be a little rough.
And I thought this was for your friend?
Posted by: 1BAD250R
Quote
Originally posted by: Bradracer18
The zilla is very old, and way out dated. The power would not be the same. In races like this, a 4stroke is the best bet. You want a quad with good even power, that will be a sure bet to finish the race.......
True, a zilla is not the best quad for an enduro...but to say it is out-dated is wrong. I still see LT500s running circles around some of the new 450s in a variety of racing conditions.
Posted by: warwgn
the best money right now would be the new suzuki LT-R450 here is why!
Specs
Engine: 450cc, 4-stroke, single cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valve*
Compression Ratio: 11.7:1
Fuel System: Fuel Injection
Overall Length: 1845mm (72.6 in.)
Overall Width: 1245mm (49.0 in.)
Overall Height: 1085mm (42.7 in.)
Ground Clearance: 240mm (9.44 in.)
Wheelbase: 1285mm (50.6 in.)
Dry Weight: 167kg (368 lbs.)
Suspension Front: Independent, double A-arm, fully adjustable preload, compression & rebound damping
Suspension Rear: Linkage-type, gas/oil damped, fully adjustable spring preload, adjustable compression and rebound damping
this is a very capable and great handling bike as is, with just a few mods it will be very good!!
Posted by: 1988fast250x
ok my friend races enduro he iz looking for a step up from his bike he races a stock 400ex and i told him he might wanna go for the yfz450 or the trx450r.. i know these bikes are fast and handle good so what do u guys think?? they both have extended A-arms and axle and thats about it so if u could help him chose that would be great.. he was also wondering about the quadzilla 500?? fully tricked out with everything i couldnt help him out on that b/c i dont know anything about 2 strokes.. and i dont know how they would be held oppen for a long race.. he doesnt have the money for the suzuki 450r so please dont mention that bike.. if there is a better bike than the 3 i have mentioned then please let me know thanks!!
Posted by: 1988fast250x
why shouldnt the zilla even be mentioned?? j/w well i havent even gave the preditor a thought thanks for that! i will look into it
Posted by: 1988fast250x
no now i never said i dont want it!! i would love to have the bike but im looking to spend about 3000 to 4000 bucks on the bike so thats just what im saying and i think i could get a good yfz ot trx for the money dont u guys think?
