Well, having ridden all those you mention, you will find the Z is a much
plusher, smoother ride. And it's a lighter machine that will hold it's
own against most bb machines out there. Riding the pred or raptor (660)
you'll feel like you're riding a jackhammer compared the Z. The Z loves
to rev... The Pred would be my next choice, but if you're doingn that
you may as well step up to the new rappy 700. :)
I didn't really outgrow my Z. Although I had a TON of power mods into
it. IT easily held with 450s and rappys in a straight line. With the
right rider, it would keep up on the track too. It was an 03 (late
model 03) with zero problems with the frame. The only part that needed
replacing was the swingarm bolt. New SS one aftermarket. Not sure if
Suzuki fixed that issue on the newer ones.
I did step up to the Rappy 700 and I find while its a total torque stump
puller it isn't as "snappy" as my Z. So, if you rank the shee, Z and
rappy in "snappy" order, it would go in that very order. :) Just need
to learn how to use the new rappy power.
But, my Z is soon to be travelling to live with my brother in law in
Yuma... visiting Glamis often I'm sure.. (sad sigh). She'll miss the
ice riding, but the sand will treat her well I'm sure. And when I'm
there for a visit, I'll have my old ride! :)
Simpledog wrote:
> For the money, the Predator 500 is a better deal. The Z is a fine quad,
> but you'll outgrow it fairly soon. A lot faster than a Z, and just as
> refined (it has been out since 03'). And because there are 'cooler' and
> 'faster' Polaris machines now (Outlaw 525) it's price point has come way
> down.
>
> The Predator 500 and the Z are about the same price, but the Predator is
> capable of hanging with the Raptor/DS/KFX700's of the world in terms of
> pure speed.
>
>
> "Bradley V. Stone"
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> >> Jon wrote:
>>
>>> What do you all think about the Suzuki z400 as a first ATV? I'm 37
>>> and have road dirt bikes for many years. I'm wanting to get in to
>>> ATV's and from what I've read, the z400 sounds like a good fit. I
>>> would mainly be riding field and trails. I may ride a track
>>> occasionally if I find one by my house. I'm not wanted to do a lot
>>> of aftermarket upgrades. Probably just an exhaust and skid plate.
>>
>>
>> I think you'll love it. I had one for a few years and loved it as
>> well. But finally decided to get the Raptor 700.
>
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