2006 Suzuki LT-R450
MSRP: $7,299.00

You’ve all been waiting and here it is, the 2006 Suzuki LT-R450. In our opinion – “One Bad Ass 450”. On paper it tops them all. Look for one of the most technologically advanced ATVs in history when the new 450 hits your dealer’s showroom. Look for a full review soon.

New Engine
All new four-stroke, single cylinder, fuel injected, liquid cooled, DOHC. Four valve engine designed to be compact, lightweight and provide incredible performance

Innovative Suzuki Advanced Sump System allows the engine mass and crankshaft to be positioned close to the ground for a low center of gravity and also keeping the engine as short as possible

Aluminum cylinder bore is electro-plated with Suzuki's own race proven SCEM (Suzuki Composite Electrochemical Material for improved heat transfer, lightweight and tighter piston clearance

Lightweight magnesium clutch cover, magneto cover, and cylinder head cover for minimal weight and maximum durability

Lightweight and durable titanium valves are used for precise valve control at high rpm and reduced reciprocating mass. Titanium intake valves measure 36mm and 29mm on the exhaust

Lightweight forged aluminum pistons use a new 3 ring design with cutaway sides, oil retaining grooves for reduced friction and the oil control ring features a high performance chrome nitride plating for less friction and improved strength

New five speed transmission is exceptionally compact with larger 1st and 2nd gears mounted outboard while the 3rd, 4th and 5th gears are mounted inside for a compact engine layout and superb handling

The LT-R450 utilizes a convenient electric starter for easier starts with a kick starter available as an optional kit

A new high capacity radiator is used to handle the high performance engine output combined with a compact and lightweight, ring type cooling fan for maximum effeciency

Advanced and lightweight electronic fuel injection system with a 42mm bore and multi hole type injector for optimum atomization, smooth throttle response and maximum performance

New cylinder head features a narrow included valve angle creating a compact cylinder head design, compact combustion chamber and featuring 12.0:1 compression ratio for maximum performance

High peformance ECM utilizes a high spec 16 bit CPU for quick fuel injection calculations and is designed to compact and lightweight

All new stainless steel center exhaust system utilizes a compact centrally located muffler layout for improved mass centralization, improved stability, and higher cornering performance