Include ‘76, ‘77 and ‘78 in that. Those years are where this look came from. Check out the graphics kits Suzuki just released for the 50th anniversary 2025 RMZ. One graphic style for each decade. The ‘70s graphics are TM inspired. Really sweet actually.
I had an 05 too, with all the goodies. had a blast for a few years in ocotillo wells with it. Then I moved back to Massachusetts and almost died in the woods on it. Some good hospital time, neck still hurts. I miss desert riding.
What a beauty!! there is only one other that is nicer...mine!! lol I restored a 07 ' 250 ,every nut and bolt and seal was done ,Hot Rod crank , Vortec piston...the frame rails dont have a dent on them, they are one of my favorite bikes ! Thanks for the video Ken , like I have said many times, there is no other channel like yours, when it comes to two smokers!! or anything two wheels!
Absolutely BEAUTIFUL! Love RM's,my first full sized bike was an 82 RM 125. Man I miss that bike,the glorious full floater let my 13 year old self loft it too the moon with pillow soft landings.
A hole-shot maker power band. Crisp and clean. If you can’t win on this bad boy don’t blame the machine. Super nice graphics work as well. Suzuki Racing Team represents!
suzuk should reissue these bikes again i had an 02 rm 250 and i loved it ez to ride and it was fast it did nothing bad wish i still had it my favorite mx bike hands down
That Suzuki is Running Clean.. I’m just restored a 99 rm 250 for my self and yes I’ve spent about 4 k aus on it doing it all my self only thing I didn’t do was the cylinder plating.. I have a 2018 rmz 450 as well and I love the 99 rm .. i had 2000 rm 125 back 03 when I was 16 I place 3rd in my mx club championship series
Ken is the number one. motorcycle end dirt bikes and electric bikes his knowledge on these motorcycles is absolutely awesome if that don't get yoy hard crack me up Ken that's a really nice RM250 that's pretty much my class I would ride in I had a 2003 RM my buddy did a lot of the work for me when we used to race pretty much I had like a little mechanic absolutely amazing Kaplan Cycles God Bless America❤
Love this video and the enthusiasm. I've got an rm250 2007. Late model RM's are the Pinnacle of the 2 stroke era. Note to Kaplan - the 07 and 08 rm250s were identical, some changes made to the 06 vs 07/08.
That is probably the best looking vintage 2 stroke MX RM 250 y'all ever sold, although y'all have sold quite a few nice ones over the years. This bike may as well be new, since everything on the bike is new, and I have no doubt that it rides like it's brand new. My favorite looking vintage 2 stroke RM 250 is the RM 250 that belongs to your buddy Mark in Florida that owns Ride Florida. That is the moat beautiful dirtbike I have ever seen in my 50 years of life. I would hate to think about all of the money he put into that dirtbike to customize it. I can't blame you for wanting to buy it from Mark, and I can't blame Mark for not wanting to sell it. ML&R.
Ken, you and the boys did good again. It was a great rebuild, with all the right parts, and it was completely gone through. Someone is gunna be really lucky when he opens the throttle on his first ride.
kaplan never disappoint. Always uploading the best content. Best collection of bikes in the world. No one comes near you guys. I love the museum. If i ever return to America i would love to ne able to spend a day or two at the museum. If im really lucky you might let me ride one of your Cr250 1990. Only joking. Tis but a dream ❤
Great example, the 2006 Rm 250 was the highest power offered, for 2007 and 2008 they toned down the power delivery for off road riding. So glad I still have my 06 that I bought new. 😁
I love my RM250. what I have noticed with these bikes though is the top end tends to rattle no matter how well setup. The fix is a Wossner piston I’ve got it ported as well and it frickin rips love the Wossner first time running them and got to say there my go to now for any 2 stroke. Would love to hear what the manic mechanic and the wizard have to say about them. Cheers Captain 👍🏽💯
How did I miss this video 7 months ago? I mean, darn. This is the jackpot right here. All the bikes look good with gold rims, but RMs with gold rims go to another level.
These RM’s didn’t lack power at all. In fact the Suzuki and Yamaha 250’s were the rocketships in the class. I own one and can say without hesitation that the RM250 has a beast of a motor!!
Man..... the graphic(s) design/layout that Christie comes up with are off the 🪝!!! Total 🔥!! What a bike. I'm going to pick my poison and take the 250 cc over the 125 cc!!!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🦅🦅
I seen that wheelie hold strong at 2000 rpm, basically idling and no problem...lol.....the sound reminds me of that same era 2005-2007 kx250....intoxicating to the ear drums!!!!...at least for us 2 stroke.giys!!!!...lol
They have a beautiful vintage 2 stroke Suzuki RM 500 in their museum collection. This bike I'm talking about is almost mint. I don't think they will ever sell it, since they are so rare and hard to find, and I wouldn't blame them for never wanting to sell it. Their RM 500 is probably the nicest one that exists in the USA.
My brother had one just like it (Carmichael edition) Video doesnt do it justice. That bike will make your hair stand up just getting on it. The best 250{500 😂)ever built
Nice looking RM. I'd put it in the back of my truck, drive it around for a few hours then call it a day. Haha. Actually, I'd like to rip it around a track and do my best Ricky Carmichael impersonation.
I'm an 80s and 90s CR guy but my best friend had an 06 rm 250 and it was probably the best all around 250t I've ridden. It had power all over the rev range, handled nice and tight, good suspension etc. I think the CRV powered hondas had more overrev but these RMs had so much more everywhere else
I always liked those era RM 250's. I just thought they were a great looking bike. I'm surprised there are any left. I figured Pastrana destroyed every last one of them 😬
Sick, absolutely sick. One thing I'd love for Suzuki to do, is go back to their early 80s colors. The yellow and blue was so good together.
That's exactly what I did to my 01 rm250.
Crisp af,stunner!👌💯🔥
I agree. The mid to late 80s colors on the Japanese bikes were the best.
I did my 03 in blue with 1989 graphics, it looks amazing.
Agree... I have an all restored '85 with blue frame, fork boots, & stock seat cover. Awesome color combo 🤘
The 01-08 RMs and the 08-17 RMZs have always looked like how a dirt bike should look
Include ‘76, ‘77 and ‘78 in that. Those years are where this look came from. Check out the graphics kits Suzuki just released for the 50th anniversary 2025 RMZ. One graphic style for each decade. The ‘70s graphics are TM inspired. Really sweet actually.
That look. The sound .
I have a really soft spot for any Suzuki 2stroke. This would definitely sit right in my living room!
Always loved Suzuki's rm 250, to me the real motocross bike.
I had an 05 too, with all the goodies. had a blast for a few years in ocotillo wells with it. Then I moved back to Massachusetts and almost died in the woods on it. Some good hospital time, neck still hurts. I miss desert riding.
Test rode this bike when it was a brand new, one of the best back then, and probably still now.
What a beauty!! there is only one other that is nicer...mine!! lol I restored a 07 ' 250 ,every nut and bolt and seal was done ,Hot Rod crank , Vortec piston...the frame rails dont have a dent on them, they are one of my favorite bikes ! Thanks for the video Ken , like I have said many times, there is no other channel like yours, when it comes to two smokers!! or anything two wheels!
Can’t not love a RM 2 stroke. Puts a smile on my face every time.
Absolutely BEAUTIFUL! Love RM's,my first full sized bike was an 82 RM 125. Man I miss that bike,the glorious full floater let my 13 year old self loft it too the moon with pillow soft landings.
Hands down the best motocross bike I’ve ever owned.
I feel exactly the same way .
I third that!! Love the Rm's!!
When the 250 rm suzi's first came out they were showing the signs of greatness and this is awesome . Thanks Ken . :)
Love seeing the old Suzuki 2 strokes. And the smell of race fuel and your favorite premix--- ahhhh!
A hole-shot maker power band. Crisp and clean.
If you can’t win on this bad boy don’t blame the machine.
Super nice graphics work as well. Suzuki Racing Team represents!
I have an 06 rm 250. Had it for 12 years now,it’s the best ever!!!
Really love the Suzuki RM lovely bike brilliant videos 👍🇬🇧🇺🇲
Accidentally clicked on the notification but I don’t regret it... I loved your video
suzuk should reissue these bikes again i had an 02 rm 250 and i loved it ez to ride and it was fast it did nothing bad wish i still had it my favorite mx bike hands down
That Suzuki is Running Clean.. I’m just restored a 99 rm 250 for my self and yes I’ve spent about 4 k aus on it doing it all my self only thing I didn’t do was the cylinder plating.. I have a 2018 rmz 450 as well and I love the 99 rm .. i had 2000 rm 125 back 03 when I was 16 I place 3rd in my mx club championship series
Gold rims and all! That's a absolute beautiful bike!👍
Ken is the number one. motorcycle end dirt bikes and electric bikes his knowledge on these motorcycles is absolutely awesome if that don't get yoy hard crack me up Ken that's a really nice RM250 that's pretty much my class I would ride in I had a 2003 RM my buddy did a lot of the work for me when we used to race pretty much I had like a little mechanic absolutely amazing Kaplan Cycles God Bless America❤
Suzuki dirt bikes fenders are some of the best looking. This bike is pure art.
Magnífico, olfateando el olor del dos tiempos,¡QUE NO SE PIERDA NUNCA! aunque no sea mayoritario 😊
Love this video and the enthusiasm. I've got an rm250 2007. Late model RM's are the Pinnacle of the 2 stroke era. Note to Kaplan - the 07 and 08 rm250s were identical, some changes made to the 06 vs 07/08.
That is probably the best looking vintage 2 stroke MX RM 250 y'all ever sold, although y'all have sold quite a few nice ones over the years. This bike may as well be new, since everything on the bike is new, and I have no doubt that it rides like it's brand new. My favorite looking vintage 2 stroke RM 250 is the RM 250 that belongs to your buddy Mark in Florida that owns Ride Florida. That is the moat beautiful dirtbike I have ever seen in my 50 years of life. I would hate to think about all of the money he put into that dirtbike to customize it. I can't blame you for wanting to buy it from Mark, and I can't blame Mark for not wanting to sell it. ML&R.
Ken, you and the boys did good again. It was a great rebuild, with all the right parts, and it was completely gone through. Someone is gunna be really lucky when he opens the throttle on his first ride.
So rare item..not all country receive this bike.im from Malaysia..i like it that bike
As a hobby, I rebuild dirtbikes and sport quads. Now I kinda feel like rebuilding an RM250!
kaplan never disappoint. Always uploading the best content. Best collection of bikes in the world. No one comes near you guys. I love the museum. If i ever return to America i would love to ne able to spend a day or two at the museum. If im really lucky you might let me ride one of your Cr250 1990. Only joking. Tis but a dream ❤
Glad you like them!
A great motorcycle waiting for a new owner.
What a beautiful f***ken bike man they don't make them like they used to keep grinding mate 🇦🇺
The sounds is perfect
I had a 2006 RM250 and it was ;my favorite bike ever. I have a 2021 RMZ450 and I would rather have one of these
I have 2014 rmz 450, 2008 rmz 250,trying to negotiate for 2004 rm250 😁. Current price is around 2300 euros, which is in my opinion a bit too much...
Great example, the 2006 Rm 250 was the highest power offered, for 2007 and 2008 they toned down the power delivery for off road riding. So glad I still have my 06 that I bought new. 😁
Hell yeah love my 06
I love my RM250. what I have noticed with these bikes though is the top end tends to rattle no matter how well setup. The fix is a Wossner piston I’ve got it ported as well and it frickin rips love the Wossner first time running them and got to say there my go to now for any 2 stroke. Would love to hear what the manic mechanic and the wizard have to say about them. Cheers Captain 👍🏽💯
Would enjoy having that RM 250 Suzuki RM is my favorite bikes always have been the graphics kit is💯% legit 👍🏿
first bike was 1976 rm 125 10 yrs old -dad said here learn on this while i ride it too.. SUZUK NATION!
Holy crap u were 10 dang😂my dad bought me a 77 when I was 15 and God I'm glad I'm not dead,,damm thangs scream
How did I miss this video 7 months ago? I mean, darn. This is the jackpot right here. All the bikes look good with gold rims, but RMs with gold rims go to another level.
Beautiful RM ❤👍💪🏻🙏
amazing bike 2strokes forever
Great bike . I’ve always been a huge fan of that year . They steered 200% the handling was awesome but they did lack power stock .
These RM’s didn’t lack power at all. In fact the Suzuki and Yamaha 250’s were the rocketships in the class. I own one and can say without hesitation that the RM250 has a beast of a motor!!
Absolutely Gorgeous!😳
2 Smoke for Life💪💨💪
Man..... the graphic(s) design/layout that Christie comes up with are off the 🪝!!! Total 🔥!! What a bike. I'm going to pick my poison and take the 250 cc over the 125 cc!!!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🦅🦅
I had an 89 rm 250 ❤❤❤❤❤beautiful bike
My buddy had an 06 carmichael edition it was so sick and handled like it was on rails he still gets sick about selling it 😂
Im a honda man through and through, dunno why just am,...but you cant deny the suzuki, especially the blue framed 80s era. Bring back the blue frame!
I seen that wheelie hold strong at 2000 rpm, basically idling and no problem...lol.....the sound reminds me of that same era 2005-2007 kx250....intoxicating to the ear drums!!!!...at least for us 2 stroke.giys!!!!...lol
I live in Massachusetts, the mostly trails where i live its hard to get one of these bad boys open to there potential
Only way it could pull more at my heart strings is if it were a RM500 ❤
They have a beautiful vintage 2 stroke Suzuki RM 500 in their museum collection. This bike I'm talking about is almost mint. I don't think they will ever sell it, since they are so rare and hard to find, and I wouldn't blame them for never wanting to sell it. Their RM 500 is probably the nicest one that exists in the USA.
My brother had one just like it (Carmichael edition) Video doesnt do it justice. That bike will make your hair stand up just getting on it. The best 250{500 😂)ever built
Nice looking RM. I'd put it in the back of my truck, drive it around for a few hours then call it a day. Haha.
Actually, I'd like to rip it around a track and do my best Ricky Carmichael impersonation.
I want that rm250. Sweet!
Memo to Hammatsu: "Get Your Head In The Game".
Love the rims!
That is BAD ASS!!!! 😍😍😍
Very nice indeed.
Suzuki 💛
Stunning 👌
TEAM SUZUKI 💪‼️ 🫡🇺🇸‼️
I'm an 80s and 90s CR guy but my best friend had an 06 rm 250 and it was probably the best all around 250t I've ridden. It had power all over the rev range, handled nice and tight, good suspension etc. I think the CRV powered hondas had more overrev but these RMs had so much more everywhere else
❤❤ I NEED THIS ❤❤
CRISP!
You do know Ken that you guys are a democrats worst nightmare. 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂.I'm amazed that they allow you to exist in your state. Love the channel.
Wait, Kap rev it a little harder so I could smell that beautiful aroma all the way here in New York❤️
Awesome 😊
You should see my 2006 rm 250
I always liked those era RM 250's. I just thought they were a great looking bike. I'm surprised there are any left. I figured Pastrana destroyed every last one of them 😬
what oil you use best smelling ?? 927 castor??
Golden spectro
@David Mckinnon rooting for you to buy this! =)
08 was the last year of the rm125 and rm250
😮😮😮❤. I NEED THIS.
Rrrrr, Rrrrr, Rrrrip ‘n around the door yard 💨
This is perfection my bros 🙌🏽
RM stands for Rowdy & Meen ! 😁
nan mais t'es dingue comme dirait pierrot
Wow it looks like they used gun metal grey for the frame. Oh my goodness guys
Nice!!
Awesome bikes!👊
Nice bike but the 05 kx 250 was a rocket ship am lucky I have both 😎
This videos hurts I can barely click sick of dreaming
i think i would get blown off the back....
Those aren’t the 2005 graphic colors
Stunning!
Can I part ex a kidney?
should have went with Yellow wheels not gold ...otherwise very nice
I can smell it too! Mmmmmm
Last year of the steel frame. Stiff!!
Everything no KTM will never be..
05 but 03 graphics
Fk yeah
🤣
Awesome how much for the 250, and 125 the twins lol are they both available? Matt ky