Suzuki put together the best 250 MX in its history - the 1988 RM 250!
Power: The '88 RM 250 engine delivered fair low-end power that quickly
disappeared into hard hitting mid-range power. The engine delivered zero top-end
power.
Suspension: The '88 RM had nearly flawless fork and rear suspension
characteristics! The suspension could tackle any terrain smoothly.
Handling: The RM turned just about as well as a Honda! Amazingly, the
RM was stable at speed again this year too. The '88 models handling was enhanced
because the radiators and fuel tank were designed to fit lower on the bike
frame.
Reliability: The bike was fairly reliable. No expensive items failed
on a regular basis. There were a few minor reliability things that seemed to
blow out easily like plastic tabs and wimpy fasteners.
Odds & Ends: The '88 RM 250 will make a good trail/play bike and
one can even ride some low key MX on it. Be prepared for the snappy and strong
mid RPM engine power delivery.
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Posted Jul 18 2007 03:49PM
