Magellan1 Posted April 1, 2010 A friend of mine is looking into getting an 06 RM-Z 450. We ONLY ride desert. was wandering how these bikes do in the desert. Some tight trails but mostly wide open desert. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nutnbolt Posted April 1, 2010 The '06 has a 4-speed tranny, in case you didn't know. It was plenty fast for me and good in tight stuff with a different rear sprocket than stock, but I never needed to go faster than the 4-speed allowed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scobes Posted April 2, 2010 I race my new rmz 450's in the desert and there sweet, i run 14 42 gearing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cummins1 Posted April 4, 2010 Your not gona like it your buddy needs a 5 SPEED Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sprockett Posted April 5, 2010 I just got back from Ocotillo on my 2009 RMZ450. Everything about ride, handling and power is awesome for me on this bike. The only desert issue I have is I feel like I'm going to run out of fuel if I stray too far from camp for too long. Also, if you want to participate in the nightime hooliganism go with the RMX with the lights. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gregghealy Posted April 5, 2010 I switch to a 15 tooth counter shaft for desert riding on my 05. If you get in some slow rock garden or tight sections he will be using the clutch...the 4 speed isnt a big issue though. A desert tank, some hand guards (cacti SUCK!) and taller gearing and it should be a great bike. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
