Suzuki's 2009 RM-Z250K9 motocrosser has landed in Australia, ready to lead the pack.

The Pro Lites racer packs a punch, with a powerful 249cc, four-stroke engine, lightweight aluminium chassis, Showa suspension and Suzuki's latest off-road technology.

Team Shift Motul Suzuki's rising star Matt Moss will debut the 2009 model in this year's revamped Australasian Supercross Championship, having recently won Round Seven and Eight of the Pro Lites Motocross Nationals on an RM-Z250.

"With a host of race-bred technology, the 2009 RM-Z250 is a big part of Suzuki's off-road line-up and set to be a key player in the Australian motocross scene," Perry Morison, General Manager, Motorcycles, Suzuki Australia said.

"Matt Moss has been in winning form this year, dominating the National MX scene in the last few months.

"I'm sure he'll be one of the Pro Lites title favourites on the new RM-Z250 when the 2008 Super X season kicks off in October."

The 249cc, four-stroke, DOHC engine is engineered to perform, delivering impressive power throughout a wide powerband.

An aluminium-alloy cylinder, with Suzuki's Composite Electrochemical Material (SCEM) cylinder coating, and Suzuki Advanced Sump System (SASS) form part of the compact, low-sitting and lightweight engine.

Through its AC-CDI ignition system and control unit, ignition timing and rev limiter are set for optimum high-rpm and over rev performance.

With an automatic decompression system for kick-starts and right-handlebar-mounted hot starter, getting the RM-Z250 going is quick and simple.

Developed in competition, a high-strength, twin-spar aluminium-alloy frame gives riders agile handling and confidence through whoops.

The 47mm inner tube, Showa inverted, twin-chamber front fork offers compression and rebound damping, and 310mm of wheel travel, working in conjunction with a Showa rear shock absorber and lightweight swingarm.

Race-inspired front and rear brake wave-rotors provide optimised cooling performance and mud deflection.

Rider feel and comfort is enhanced by lightweight and high-strength serrated footpegs, and Renthal tapered aluminium handlebars with a Renthal-labelled handlebar pad.

Aggressive new graphics in 2009 accompany Suzuki's classic Champion Yellow livery, while a gold-plated drive chain and axle blocks complete the factory racer look.

Suzuki's 2009 RM-Z250 is now available from local Suzuki dealers, for an RRP of $9,990\*.

\*RRP includes GST, plus dealer delivery charges.

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Garry Nash or Mitchell Adam
Media Relations - Suzuki Motorcycles
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