Building the Worlds Most Detailed Suzuki LTZ400 Sport ATV!

[@MichaelSabo]

Watch Part 1 of This Video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/p57Ym4Jjg9uZpbs What do you think of the outcome!? Hope you guys enjoyed the series! Thank you for being a part of it, and if you enjoyed, please like and share the video and subscribe - it helps me out a ton! You guys ROOOOCK!!! On to the next one 😎

[@davidcope1345]

It looks GREAT!! but under the fuel tank cover, there are 2 push pin locations by the steering shaft. What goes in them?

[@mrtireiron4289]

Loved every step of the way! Great video man super cool build series.

[@2wheelsJay]

Looks crazy good I want to build some thing similar in the future. But looks so good🔥🔥 definitely worth the wait

[@scooby8352]

Where did you get all the original hardware from? I need one for an LT 80

[@SaltyBob355]

Correct choices every step of the way! Looks gorgeous!

[@victordavis7461]

I remember going to my local Suzuki dealer & drooling over the 250 quadracer and the 500 QuadZilla!

[@zackacord7483]

2024 ltz400. Can’t think of a single person who wouldn’t absolutely love that bike. Looks perfect. Great series!

[@MichaelSabo]

Thanks so much! 🤘

[@kurtis4830]

I love that someone is restoring these old quads. Such a nostalgia vibe. They don’t make them like they used to, or if at all.

[@red_pickle_49]

Dude, these sport quad restorations are no joke my favorite type of content on KZbin, and you’re one of the very few people who creates content like this. I love watching these full in-depth restorations and you really go the extra mile in places where others probably wouldn’t (like using OEM Suzuki grease and fluids 😄). Please keep doing what your doing man 🤘🤘

[@Teddyoutdoors350]

MIKE!!! You gotta do a warrior build man you would kill it!

[@danielcunningham2540]

I’m an old hare-scramble and enduro racer, long, LONG since retired. I used to tear my bike down and refurbish everything every winter. I had a partial sponsor that helped me greatly. Being professional and putting your best foot forward meant acting and looking your very best. I could never EVER afford a new bike. I always raced something that was a few years old, and I took a great deal of pride making a clapped out 5-6-7 year old bike look as new as possible. I stripped it to the bare frame every winter and did the best I could. I was a top 10 or so rider, never a “winner”. I just loved to compete,and I SO appreciated the help I got. I have a small idea what you have done on your builds. Your dedication and total attention to detail is so awesome. The Z-400 is a masterpiece. You should be extremely proud. I SO enjoyed watching it from start to finish, and I am an old fart 2 wheel guy. Congratulations on your beautiful build!

[@MichaelSabo]

Awesome story and compliment Dan. Thanks for sharing and for watching my story; I'm glad to hear we have the same passion 🤘

[@CameronNiemela]

Unreal finish to an amazing build! Loved seeing the before and after shots. Going to be tough to top this one!

[@MichaelSabo]

Glad you could be a part of it man. Thanks again for the Pryme products and for watching the series 🤘

[@CainSample]

You could top it Cameron...you got the skills...just don't use a welded case🤣

[@markwarren3590]

That suzuki blue and yellow is so iconic looks so cool , made me laugh 4 side panels later and then you stick a decal over the area anyway 😂

[@MichaelSabo]

If it weren't for the time element, I might mess with it more lol

[@CainSample]

THAT PLASTIC COLOR BOTHERS HIM ....BUT THE WELDED CASE DIDN'T 🤔🤣🤣🤣🤣 WTF

[@christopheravery5808]

Bro, you never cease to amaze me. I feel like your quality just keeps getting better. I really hope you do a “cost breakdown” so we can see what to expect if we want to build a completely brand new OEM machine. They don’t offer most machines anymore and what you just did here is the ONLY way to get a brand new machine for most models.

[@MichaelSabo]

No worries man, I have the breakdown and expense sheet - it ain't pretty 😂

[@christopheravery5808]

@@MichaelSabo oh I bet it’s not. I live the z400/kfx400. I REALLY wanted a new KFX when I was younger, I loved the green. I imagine building a brand new one would be basically the same since they are basically the same machine

[@MichaelSabo]

@@christopheravery5808 you'll be happy to know that the OEM plastics are much cheaper for the KFX for some reason

[@christopheravery5808]

@@MichaelSabo really?? That’s wild. I do miss my old Z400, I should have never gotten rid of it. I got rid of it in 2015 after like 5 years of having it and the only issue I ever had out of it was the battery and clutch. I eventually built it up to race it but I had other life events push me to sell it. I have 9 project quads right now to get going and now my business is keeping me so busy I just haven’t had the time to mess with anything.

[@OGJMZ400]

Came across your channel this week while considering getting my 03 running again. Love your dry sense of humor and video skills. I'll actually use this series to work on mine. Great step by step!

[@jonathanwilliams4255]

Can’t stress enough how much I appreciate your detail on every nut and bolt even getting coated. We know it’s pricey but these are truly a bike rebuild.

[@cadman9615]

Excellent job Mike. That turned out great. I think the Z400 is such a great trail quad. Great engine with a great chassis & ergos. I would love to see Suzuki bring back the Z400. I was 11 in 1986 & like you remember falling in love with the new quads coming out at that time replacing the ATCs. My first quad in 1993 was an 86 Suzuki 230 Quadsport

[@RunGMCSyclone]

Also, to add another note. Back in 05-08 when I owned a yellowZ, everyone that rode it loved it and it was the most comfortable quad out of the other sports everyone had. Yfz/trx405s/raptor - the Z got the nickname “the couch” because the seat was so comfortable and the riding position was perfect. Like you said “it’s a rider” you could ride it WOT all day and not be fatigued at all and still have an absolute blast. Again, love the build.

[@joeeasterling5652]

I really enjoy the builds you do. Your obsessive attention to detail is astounding. I really love seeing all these bikes from my youth and young adulthood put back to like new condition! Kudos to you!

[@Pjw350]

One of the best atv build series to date. Not sure how you can top these videos!

[@steviedee71]

That’s that’s gorgeous love the blue frame on yellow plastic, I need to get a 400LTZ 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@jamieweckel5260]

Really enjoyed the Z400 build. Rock On

[@Nordspets]

I am no quad guy but the editing, the way you present stuff and your attention to detail is getting me hooked to see more!

[@thoroughbredbullterriers9039]

Man that thing is SUPER CLEAN. Definitely one of my favorite quads of all time. Great job Mike

[@the_hat_on_the_cat4897]

Wow!! What an incredible transformation… WAY too clean . Cannot believe it turned out this nice . Wicked build .

[@jdwilson533]

Absolutely badass!!! Phenomenal work as usual Sabo 🫡

[@Kevinate-]

Unreal! 👏 I've owned a yellow Z400 for many years, it was my first sport quad. The nostalgia is real on this! I've since moved onto a raptor 700r. But for all round fun the Z400 is where its at! Keep killing it 🔥💪

[@garagemcmatt]

Came out sick bro you definitely out did yourself on that one. The bar is now set higher.....but that's a good thing.

[@Steve-gp5ym]

Do any of the big four manufacturers ever reach out and complement you on the work you do to rebuild and promote their machines? Another awesome series!

[@chadriddle3517]

Mike! Everything about this quad is perfect! Do no change it please , a museum piece here ! Ok too used to drool over these when I was younger. Man you killed it

[@chrisroberts669]

Amazing build Mike! I really wish they would bring back the sport quads!

[@heijoandluke]

Dear Michael, I take my hat off to you and your work! What a project, it's absolutely amazing. I enjoy every minute of your videos here and on your second channel. It's great to see what a person can achieve when they put their heart and soul into something. Thank you for your great content and for being "human". I wish you safe journeys and send you greetings from Germany!

[@bigcaputo09]

Brings back good memories to me also!! I miss them days being younger and going into like rays Yamaha in Exeter pa and looking at all the new bikes and quads!! Although in 2003 I was in my 20s. I'm taking about the 80s and 90s for me. You're builds are top notch!! But I'll bet they cost 4 times what the machine cost new. Times change and cost change as well!

[@commodore92]

By far, favorite quad guy on KZbin. I love the long form build videos so much. They're so well put together and so fuckin informative and helpful.

[@CharlesTryon-f9z]

Wow Mike I’ve watched the blaster series and both the banchee series and now the Z400 your great at what you do and how you do it you rock your attention to detail is outstanding and the best on KZbin. Can’t wait to see what you do next.

[@classicjetskis]

Love your videos so much.. What a build! One small thing at the end with the reveal, when your filming handheld, in post add a 'warp stabilizer' (assuming your using PP) those little jittery movements (which is normal when filming handheld vs gimble) will be ironed out mate. Great work as always

[@eshott396]

Bada$$ machine🖤 I’m an owner of a LT250R TT bike.. proud to see this! Wish I had the funds to finish mine from frame up restore! I lack maybe 2k and it’s completely done!!

[@dirtbikefun7581]

I love all of your builds! And they have inspired me to buy a drz125l 2007 that was abandoned and now I'm gonna restore most of it.

[@samdavis9763]

Micheal that is a sick build. I'm 53 and have never seen anything on a dealer floor that comes close to the quality of build you do. Top notch my friend.

[@jeremyperez5293]

Install PPF film on the side plastics. That could help the hazy ones look bright and shiny plus added protection.

[@Twokeeshonds]

Nice work Mike. I appreciate all you do for keeping those older rides from disappearing. Very cool man.

[@markwarren3590]

Looking at the bike when u got it sat in the bushes all rusty n neglected to see it now looking absolutely mint shout out to you for your attention to detail and passion 👌 what a build this was to watch

[@Prince_.A]

Hey Michael I stumbled across your channel a few months ago when I was doing some work on my 4 wheelers. At the time I had a 400ex, Z400, and a CFMOTO 500. Fast forward almost a year later and I ended up selling all of those and went back to my original passion of restoring/fixing emerging classics. Althought I don’t have any 4 wheelers anymore I loved my Z400 and your videos inspired me to continue to wrench on what I like even if it seems like it never ends. Right now I recently got a 1996 z28 SS that I plan on keeping for a long time as it will be my 2nd project car. I appreciate your videos and watching your journey as it reminds me that as the end of the build its always worth it!

[@josephhermann648]

Mike to say this is impressive is putting it lightly!! It's show quality for sure!! You killed it again great job man keep it up I can't wait to see what's next!

[@gamerX-wk7ct]

awesome build Mike im also restoring mine . new plastics and many other new parts im around 2,200 in but not finished . awesome job and you should be proud of yourself . great job .

[@Raptor660RLife]

Amazing! That thing is perfect! This build and the ASPCA Raptor 660 are my favorite 2. I ride an 02 660 and my brother and Dad ride an 03 and an 04 LTZ 400.

[@anthonyolmos9176]

I think the biggest flex here is the brand new original tires. Like that’s actually crazy. I have the front originals still on my ltz

[@camyota]

Man that thing is absolutely beautiful! I regret selling both of the ones I've had. They're the best sport quad in my opinion.

[@Soulvenger69]

She’s a beauty. Favorite build is still the KFX but this one is a very close second!! Fantastic job!!

[@RunGMCSyclone]

Having owned a yellow Z400. I love this build. So cool.

[@martinjensen257]

A whole new old machine, she is beautiful. Really good job Michael.

[@kartguy]

Of course looks above and beyond Mike! You can take the ignition switch apart and clean it, I can confirm this.

[@Pittsburgh-412]

Mike I gotta say that I truly love your attention to detail but mostly your production quality. It is top notch dude. Every little thing that goes into making not only the machines but even the videos is absolutely perfect. Keep up the amazing work sir 💯

[@loganburkhammer2425]

It’s amazing the detail you go into for not only the quad, but the video as well. I love the content you put out. When you are ready for your next project let me know. I have a 2014 Can Am DS 450 MX id like to get rid of.

[@tristanlagrange8727]

Well done! An incredible flip! love it

[@alanalanis3902]

This quad is amazing man!!! That was the first quad i rode!!! Someday ill get one back!! Amazing series!!!

[@lukepaul2882]

Cheers mike I really enjoyed this one. You really do have it when it comes to precision and detail. Looking forward to the next series. ✌️

[@Fr331995]

If you get longer bolts you can run a case saver behind the guard on a lot of atv's. It worked on my suzuki LTR450

[@hermanmuenster1405]

Killed it ! You saved Her from the crusher and put your own spin on it, looks awesome Mike. You busted ass on it. I'm just going to miss you at the Badlands but will get there for sure and I hope to meet you and ride. I built my Raptor 700 and there would be no greater honor than to ride out with ya man. Looking forward to it . GREAT JOB !!

[@floridatrailrider305]

Your attention to detail really makes these builds awesome to watch, amazing build! This z400 came out amazing🤟

[@Sunspot-19]

Lovely build, or resto-build, Mike!! Just make sure you have coolant in there before startup, cause pump seal damage will result. Looking forward to the videos following the event! Exquisite!!!

[@tmveronee]

Absolutely Amazing as always! Your attention to detail is crazy cool.

[@DUNEATV]

Again, totally speechless. Nobody does this kind of work better than you!

[@projectpowersports]

Incredible work on the quad and the video production👌🏼 Gotta respect the fit and finish of the factory parts.

[@flyinryan490]

You really do some bad ass work man. Now if I could just get you to build a 2018 kodiak 700. I think one of those with your touches and finesse would be sick. Keep up the builds man

[@doneger-if8ho]

Second quad you've done that I've had, absolutely loved the Z. Brings back alot of great memories. Great job Mike

[@MichaelSabo]

Sure does bring back the memories - glad you enjoyed and thank you for watching!

[@_UncleBo_]

Hell yeah Mike I must say she turned out pretty good but I also have to say it... It really needs a blue sprocket!

[@hughwinellis]

The quad looks insane 🤯

[@Reynardventer]

I must aay this video that you made was epic and the build was breathtaking to watch.... Well done... I can't wait to see what's next and what the next build is gonna be...

[@holdenmann04]

The editing and comparisons are just amazing and majestic

[@brandonbellacima66]

Beautiful Sabo ! You freaking killed it on this resto. Can't wait to see this thing rip !

[@redneckriders7082]

I love watching your videos they are so fun and you never get bored watching them

[@bigfootandbananaman4746]

This turned out perfect. Eventually I would like to see a warrior build. I had one and I didn’t like it very much but it was pretty beat up. I would like to see what you can do with one.

[@NovaMudder]

A real work of art , amazing work and attention to detail as usual.

[@timothyprice6768]

Suzuki should recognize you for this and give you some sort of shout out. Great work man.

[@Itsjake908]

Beautiful LTZ 400 you built congratulation brother

[@davidsaunders4450]

You took it to the next level with this one Mike, bravo!

[@jmaxim80]

Michael, Michael, Michael my man. Hell of a job brother it turned out great, you should be very proud of yourself.

[@lucascady4992]

You definitely hit this one out of the Park!! Looks Way better than Stock!! Absolutely gorgeous build! 👍

[@eager400]

Honestly Mike, the amount of detail and money you spent in these builds I want to know who you work with. It's common to say who's good to work with and who isn't on projects like this. It's not like you're building these to make a profit, but are building them because you love them. With that being said your passion for these will lead you to find good companies to work with that have higher expectations. By the way, it's nice to see someone the same age as me getting excited like a kid with atv's🤟

[@krudlumpstv7854]

Immaculate! A beautiful one of a kind build!

[@arptv806]

Mike ive been watching your channel since the banshee and i tell you i have been waiting for you to get a ltz ever since and i am super happy with what you did!!!! absolutely beautiful i couldn't be prouder from building my own 2nd gen ltz this is one stunning retro build great job!!!!🤘

[@emiliocarballo9082]

I’m really impressed great work truly one of a kind.

[@C-24-Brandan]

Came out awesome, it'd also look really good with blue plastics and yellow seat cover(reverse the colors) and it'd really stand out being a 1 of 1!

[@MichaelSabo]

Would be a cool look - that's the color scheme of the 88' LT250R restored when I was 12!

[@dodgybodger3124]

Great series Mike. 😉 Now that is a thing of beauty. BIG 👍 I wouldn't want to get it dirty.

[@brianfl33916]

My favorite build so far! Awesome quad!

[@manaaalsuwaidi3643]

Amazing work man!!!! That tool bag got me insane!!!!! 😭 I'm looking for one for my z400!

[@kayejaye261]

I lil older than u. Suzuki my fav. Going to dealers with my dad and bro. Priceless. U just keep pushing limits. Great content. But even more special to fans like me. Keep it up. Thank u. Hope to find a good deal soon on a project. If Steve Sellers from Pumpkin Patch Lane watching the. Hey. Hope u and ur family doing well. Miss riding with u and everyone back in the day. ✌️👍

[@sethfricke616]

It’s a work of art. Amazing job on the build.

[@MichaelSabo]

Thank you Seth!

[@T-Lesk]

Been here since the beginning buddy and absolutely just love the detail and work you put behind these restoring and bringing back iconic machines. Keep up the deadly vids bro!

[@DA_Buddha]

That is one fine looking bike. Would love to rip with you and your Z once I finish getting my Z all put back together. Don't know of it it'll ever happen with me being all the way out in Cali, but maybe someday the stars will align.

[@maneljoaquim4047]

we all share you happiness of first ride! cheers from Portugal!

[@RYP3]

So i own one of these in the uk and you have inspired me to refresh mine its road legal too so its proper cool but im getting all my plastics painted in a pearlescent yellow, the wheels black and accessories black im excited to get it all together

[@Berm_Blaster]

Never anticipate anything less than perfect when it comes to your builds man, great job. love the subtle "design by Michael Sabo" in the graphics. You killed it man. Us Michaels are just damn good at rebuilding things. Wish i could show you the CR250 i completely rebuilt eight years. Went from a sacked out seized beat ass bike to showroom quality. Wish i never sold it.

[@bsfunk44]

Amazing job on the resto man, what an incredible transformation!!😮

[@JacksonOffroad25]

Absolutely awesome build man! Can’t wait to see it at the bash! Side not can’t believe I made the video at 0:17 lol 😂

[@RocksNRuts4]

youre a magician! love it, i used to go n stare at machines too!! can u find me an 85 suzuki lt230ge shaft drv front rack?

[@Lracer61]

Beautiful quad! Really makes me want another kfx400. Great job!

[@matom4652]

Another great job 🔥😎 Mike you are killing it! This brings back so many memories for me. Things were were so much cheaper back in the day ! What happened? As always thanks for another great series!! Can't wait to see you ripping this one around! 💪✌️

[@ngblunden]

Michael Sabo ,Pulls another one out of his hat ,Spectacular Job Mate

[@willheft3445]

The closeups in the sunshine were 🔥

[@wiggie7420]

Been watching your channel since the very beginning and this is my favorite build to date. Well done Mike

[@MxShee]

Looks absolutely amazing, that exhaust sounds pretty good too!

[@yanilcruz1344]

What a hell of a series quad came out super sick I’m stoked 🙌🏼