2009 Suzuki LT-Z50 Review
It takes only a glance at the 2009 Suzuki LT-Z50 to realize that Suzuki has brought the smooth, clean lines and performance styling of the flagship LT-R450 to the younger-set. The QuadSport LT-Z50 represents a great option for the whole family to get involved in the off-road fun. With a smooth and torquey four-stroke engine, it offers performance that’s ideal for beginning riders just developing their skills.
As a small and lightweight ATV, it’s designed for adult-supervised beginning riders ages 6 year and older. And it has a variety of features, such as smooth running CVT automatic transmission which provides easy operation allowing the rider to focus on riding instead of shifting. Plus an electric starting system to help your youngster spend time learning to ride right and that’s sure to put a parent’s mind at ease.
Features
Key Features
- Includes many features that make learning to ride a safe and fun experience
Engine Features
- Electric starting system plus standard backup recoil starter
- Compact 90cc 4-stroke, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine designed for durability and low maintenance
- Suzuki Composite Electrochemical Material (SCEM) cylinder, derived from Suzuki’s high-performance, high-mileage GSX-R sportbikes, provides durability, weight reduction and superior heat transfer
- Clean-burning four-stroke engine meets the strict emissions regulations imposed by the California Air Resources Board (CARB)
- Smooth-running CVT automatic transmission provides easy operation and allows the rider to focus on riding instead of shifting
- Simple screw-type throttle limiter allows adult supervisors to limit the maximum power deliver to suit a rider’s ability.
- Large 1.6-gallon fuel tank for long operating range combined with vacuum fuel petcock for low maintenance
Chassis Features
- Modern styling with full floorboards and a big Quad look, plus bright yellow or white paint and graphics
- Child-size (Y-12) controls for easy operation
- Strong, high-rigidity steel frame is sturdy and compact. This machine has a low seat height of just 25.6 inches.
- Single A-arm front suspension with twin independent shock absorbers, and single-shock rear suspension provide long wheel travel for a comfortable ride
- Large diameter semi-sealed front drum brakes and single fully sealed rear drum brake provide strong braking performance
- One-piece 8-inch wheels with tubeless tires provide a smooth comfortable ride
- Drive shaft has double oil seals for long-life performance.
- Suzuki T-shaped seat similar to the LT-R450 for smooth weight transition and a comfortable ride, and is easy to remove for simple maintenance
- Headlamp style front piece is detachable to achieve the race machine look of the LT-R450
Special
- Minimum Age: 12 Years Old
Specifications
- Specifications QuadSport Z50
- Model Number LTZ50K9
- Type Sport
- Warranty 12 month limited warranty.
- Suggested Retail 99
- SEP 4
- Engine 4-stroke, air-cooled
- Bore & Stroke 36.0 mm (1.417 in) x 48.6 mm (1.913 in)
- Compression Ratio 8.4 : 1
- Fuel System MIKUNI VM13, single
- Lubrication Splash
- Ignition Electronic ignition (CDI)
- Starter Electric and recoil
- Transmission Automatic
- Final Drive D.I.D 415. 82 links
- Overall Length 1270 mm (50.0 in)
- Overall Width 760 mm (29.9 in)
- Overall Height 765 mm (30.1 in)
- Seat Height 535 mm (21.1 in)
- Ground Clearance 120 mm (4.7 in)
- Wheelbase 830 mm (32.7 in)
- Dry Weight 78 kg (171 lbs)
- Suspension Front Independent, swing axle, coil spring, oil damped
- Suspension Rear Swingarm type, coil spring, oil damped
- Brakes Front Drum brake
- Brakes Rear Drum brake
- Tires Front 0
- Tires Rear 0
- Fuel Tank Capacity 2.6 L (0.7/0.6 US/Imp gal)
- Color Yellow, White
* Specifications and features are subject to change
