I'm getting a Zilla!

[suzuki250r27]

I feel like an expecting father. I'm finallly gonna get to own a zilla. My buddy is delivering an 89 zilla next week. I picked it up for $1500 is that to much? Its in good condition just needs a rear caliper. Its hard to find parts for this thing so I hope you guys can point me toward the righ places for parts.
I have heard that zillas are hard to get along with. I know they are crazy fast so I'm not going to invest in engine mods. I want to be able to jump it and take it on fast trail rides. Is this possible? I know its physically a little to wide for trail rides but I was hoping a good set of shocks and tires all around will get it more comfortable and capable. Before investing 1000's in suspention mods do you guys thing it will be worth it or a waste?
Thanks

[RichM1983]

Your a lucky guy because 1500 is a great price unless its junk.

[!fatzillalt500r]

Originally Posted by suzuki250r27

I feel like an expecting father. I'm finallly gonna get to own a zilla. My buddy is delivering an 89 zilla next week. I picked it up for $1500 is that to much? Its in good condition just needs a rear caliper. Its hard to find parts for this thing so I hope you guys can point me toward the righ places for parts.
I have heard that zillas are hard to get along with. I know they are crazy fast so I'm not going to invest in engine mods. I want to be able to jump it and take it on fast trail rides. Is this possible? I know its physically a little to wide for trail rides but I was hoping a good set of shocks and tires all around will get it more comfortable and capable. Before investing 1000's in suspention mods do you guys thing it will be worth it or a waste?
Thanks

sure just watch that jetting I just blew my new cylinder up on mine shortly after racing SMKUPBANHEE

[suzuki250r27]

Who won?
Banshee vs Zilla is a good race.

[Kane]

I always hear and read comments on how the zilla is too wide for the trails but I have yet to find a trail the zilla couldnt negotiate. Honestly, any trail a Banshee or a 400EX can ride on a zilla will do just fine on. It's only a few inches wider.

If theres one thing about the zilla that doesnt need upgrading for normal trail use.........it's the suspension. If it's in good shape it's a nice plush ride. I think the ride is actually more comfortable than my 89 LT250 which has Works on the front and an Ohlins on the rear.

If it's stock, keep an eye on the ass-end. The carrier likes to get loose, the axle likes to get loose, the chain likes to break. For some reason, even with a new loc-nut, the swingarm bolt likes to get loose on mine.

If you keep everything in top form and in a good maintained fashion, it'll give a really good ride. Let things get sloppy and you'll be holding on for dear life.

There are tons of useful info in this section. Read thru the old posts for some tips and things to look for.