Honda thoughts
Dec 31, 2003 | 07:34 PM
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Originally posted by: learning2fly
I think MALOCHALA has a very good point. I also believe that is why the 450R does not come stock with the HRC kit installed as well. The HRC kit and kickstart will not be for all riders. The 450R with the HRC kit, proper jetting, filter and full exhaust will be a quad to be reckoned with on the track, GNCC, dunes, trails etc.
If you don't like the new 450, then don't buy one. But how can you knock a quad that so far has only had positive reviews?
Besides that, what are you comparing it to? The YFZ? The Honda reliability, handling and ergonomics will speak for themselves. This quad was intended for those who wish to push it harder than the average Joe.
Just wait another year or so and Suzuki will have copied the design of the YFZ and 450R. Then you will have your Z450 with electric start, reverse, hand warmers, sun visor, six pack rack and tampon changer. [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif[/img]
There are very many loyal honda riders and for good reason. They put out a good product.
I think MALOCHALA has a very good point. I also believe that is why the 450R does not come stock with the HRC kit installed as well. The HRC kit and kickstart will not be for all riders. The 450R with the HRC kit, proper jetting, filter and full exhaust will be a quad to be reckoned with on the track, GNCC, dunes, trails etc.
If you don't like the new 450, then don't buy one. But how can you knock a quad that so far has only had positive reviews?
Besides that, what are you comparing it to? The YFZ? The Honda reliability, handling and ergonomics will speak for themselves. This quad was intended for those who wish to push it harder than the average Joe.
Just wait another year or so and Suzuki will have copied the design of the YFZ and 450R. Then you will have your Z450 with electric start, reverse, hand warmers, sun visor, six pack rack and tampon changer. [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif[/img]
There are very many loyal honda riders and for good reason. They put out a good product.
And watch the Suzuki go faster lol
Jan 1, 2004 | 01:43 AM
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sure a quad could go that fast ... if you put some wings and taped a **** Load of Rockets to it. you would probably wanna go higher than 25ft though cause any lower would be dangerous.. lol
I mean when did you first notice that a quad wouldn't go that fast ?
I mean when did you first notice that a quad wouldn't go that fast ?
Jan 1, 2004 | 02:30 AM
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Originally posted by: action450s
How about you hook up with the last a$$ that posted that same BS and have a great time together. [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-shocked.gif[/img]
How about you hook up with the last a$$ that posted that same BS and have a great time together. [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-shocked.gif[/img]
Jan 1, 2004 | 05:14 AM
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Originally posted by: SuperSuzuki3
I am sorry to say that I think that Honda has let everyone down again with the new 450. The thing doesnt even have electric start. I know people will say wuss and you dont need it. It sure is nice not to have to kick the dang thing after you stall it in a race or anywhere. I was hoping that honda would make a aluminium frame with a motor that hasnt been detuned and has EFI. I hope I am wrong about the Honda but they have fell behind for several years now.
I am sorry to say that I think that Honda has let everyone down again with the new 450. The thing doesnt even have electric start. I know people will say wuss and you dont need it. It sure is nice not to have to kick the dang thing after you stall it in a race or anywhere. I was hoping that honda would make a aluminium frame with a motor that hasnt been detuned and has EFI. I hope I am wrong about the Honda but they have fell behind for several years now.
Jan 1, 2004 | 02:53 PM
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Everyone on here is saying that the R won't be for trails because of no electric start and the YFZ will. I ride almost all trails, but ride very aggressively and I honestly couldn't give a **** whether it has ***** start or not. The R, in my opinion, will be MUCH better for trails because of all the torque and low end horse power.....just my .02
Jan 1, 2004 | 06:30 PM
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My guess is that the 450R will be awesome on trails. If you look at how the 300ex and 400ex handle on trails, there is little doubt that the 450R won't handle as well if not better. The increased power of the 450r will just make it that much sweeter.
I guess we'll just have to wait and see.
I guess we'll just have to wait and see.