What category is the 2012 Suzuki RMX450Z?

General information
Category	Enduro / offroad
Model	Suzuki RMX450Z
Year	2012
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Exhaust system	KEIHIN fuel pump located inside the fuel tank provides stable pressure delivery to operate the fuel injection system
Transmission type,final drive	Chain
Gearbox	5-speed
Cooling system	Liquid
Lubrication system	Semi-dry-sump
Ignition	Electronic ignition
Fuel control	DOHC
Fuel system	Injection
Valves per cylinder	4
Bore x stroke	96.0 x 62.1 mm (3.8 x 2.4 inches)
Compression	11.6:1
Engine type	Single cylinder, four-stroke
Capacity:	449.00 ccm (27.40 cubic inches)
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Rear brakes	Single disc
Front brakes	Single disc
Rear tyre dimensions	110/0-18
Front tyre dimensions	80/0-21
Rear suspension	Swingarm link type, SHOWA piggyback-reservoir shock
Front suspension	SHOWA 47mm Telescopic, pneumatic/coil spring, oil damped
Frame type	Aluminum alloy twin-spar frame, both cast and extruded sections

Physical measures and capacities
Fuel capacity	6.20 litres (1.64 gallons)
Wheelbase	1,480 mm (58.3 inches)
Ground clearance	320 mm (12.6 inches)
Overall width	830 mm (32.7 inches)
Overall length	2,185 mm (86.0 inches)
Seat height	955 mm (37.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	123.5 kg (272.3 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Color options	Solid Black/Champion Yellow
Factory warranty	6 month limited warranty
Starter	Electric & kick

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

Best For

Track30%

City15%

Cornering60%

Daily Riding15%

Touring15%

Passenger5%

Rider Profile

Best For	Best suited to intermediate-to-advanced off-road riders who are comfortable with a tall, light, powerful open-class enduro machine.
Purpose	Built as a competition-focused enduro bike for trails, cross-country racing, and technical off-road terrain rather than road use.
Rider Fit	The tall 950mm seat height and minimal seat padding demand a taller rider with good fitness and standing-based riding technique.
Character	A raw, high-performance dirt machine that rewards aggressive, athletic riding with excellent agility and off-road capability.
Not Ideal For	Not suitable for riders wanting comfort, pillion capability, long-distance touring, or everyday street commuting.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2012 Suzuki RMX450Z Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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At 955mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with cannot reach comfortably on the 2012 Suzuki RMX450Z, with a cramped knee angle of around 85 degrees and an upright riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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