The list of new things for 2021
is super short—graphics and
more engine tuneability via Su-
zuki's new MX-Tuner 2.0.
The Suzuki MX-Tuner 2.0 is,
without question, the big news
here. It gives riders a new way
to finely tune the power char-
acteristics within each of the
previous three mapping options
(aka couplers, which have been
around for many years now). The
tuner is powered by a six-volt
battery, with one end plugging
directly into the bike and the
other into the desired coupler.
Suzuki owners can download
the free WiGet smartphone app
and wirelessly connect to the
2.0 unit to make direct changes.
The Suzuki tuner features four
pre-programmed map options
(Aggressive, Smoother, Richer
and Leaner), but you can also
build your own map by adjust-
ing the fuel injection and ignition
system settings. The app also
performs other tasks like moni-
toring engine functions in real
time and logging maintenance
records.
The MX-Tuner 2.0 is compat-
ible with 2019-21 RM-Z250 and
2020-21 RM-Z450 models. If
you already own one of these
models, the Suzuki MX-Tuner
2.0 can be had for $600 and an-
other $30 for the wiring harness.
Everything except the battery is
included with any new purchase
within these model years.
Suzuki is the newest contend-
er in the "smart-bike" market,
and the app does provide some
nice tunability.
Jumping aboard the Suzuki,
you will find the cockpit to be
very neutral. The seat and ra-
diator shrouds are thin and give
the bike an agile feeling right
away. The pegs, bars and seat
height create a comfortable rider
triangle. At 6'1," I had no real is-
sues with the RM-Z, all I did was
adjust the levers, and I was good
to go.
Before firing up the small-bore
RM-Z, we popped in the aggres-
sive map. Our previous experi-
ence with the bike reminded
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Still a looker.
