Z400 (LTZ400) 1st Gen vs 2nd Gen (what should you buy!?)

This video compares the 1st and 2nd generation Suzuki Z400 Quadsports. These are both great quads with a lot of similarities and some differences. Check out the video to see my opinion on which one you should buy.
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#ltz400
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[@joshuastamper641]

You know what I love about this review. The fact that he is 100% correct! The gen 1 absolutely feels lighter and more playful. Then Gen 2 is quieter and better for power sliding but I would rather have a Gen 1 because it revs better and is lighter and is more comfortable. 2004+ all the way!

[@FunGoingFast]

Thanks! And the market seems to agree with you.

[@supermeganuke5705]

Technically theres 3 generations since there was major updates done to the 05 like the suspension, cams, throttle position sensor, and powder coated frames

[@crazymaze93]

The Rev box is different too. I thought the Wiring harness was different also.... I purchased mine in 2006 new. Put a Yoshi exhaust, Rev box and a Skid plate on it right away. Now it also has a 434cc kit, jetted and a High flow air filter. I'll keep it till i die! RIDE ON!

[@isaakkroecker7462]

No way! I didn't know that.

[@isaakkroecker7462]

No way! I didn't know that.

[@romper4444]

Here's what I can tell ya, my 2013 is over 10yrs old now, all original(fmf full exh), been dead nuts reliable, starts perfect, idles perfect, pull the air box or the arrestor, still runs perfectly, no matter the temp, perfect. Hauls the frickin mail, and smokes a piped 04 trx450r in a 0-50 style drag race. Torque and throttle response up the wahzoo! AND..... it's got reverse. What more can you ask for....the perfect quad.

[@FunGoingFast]

Well said!

[@keithphillips1234]

Very good video. Picked up a very clean 2014 for $3500. Does great.

[@FunGoingFast]

Thanks! And nice find. They are great quads. Enjoy.

[@kawz3854]

Wow you got a great deal wit

[@PowerLineRacing87]

Great comparison. I’ve had gen1 and loved it but I’m trying to decide on a gen1 or gen2 this go around. I plan to do a full custom rebuild on one for a XC machine. Gen 2 certainly takes the win for looks.

[@FunGoingFast]

Thanks! It really is a tough call these days. It is nice to not have to worry about doing any jetting, and you can tweak the horsepower on the G2 a little bit with the big three. But it is really fun to ride a GEN one when it feels so light And easy to handle. Good luck! Sounds like a fun project .

[@cadman9615]

Nice comparison. Picked up an 06 in Feb, been fix’n it up to sell. Fun quad though. First time ever riding/owning one

[@FunGoingFast]

Thanks. Yeah the 1st gens seem to be getting more popular than ever. Great first quad to have. Enjoy and welcome to the hobby.

[@familybarton]

Really appreciate the video and info!

[@FunGoingFast]

Thanks for watching!

[@captaintom9521]

Good video. I like my 2013, just need to ride it more but it handles trails real nice

[@FunGoingFast]

Thanks! There are definitely times when I miss mine. Glad you’re enjoying it. And that is always the problem, not having enough time to ride more.

[@chrismoltasanti]

Thank you for this video. Great work. I have an 09 LTZ 400 and I love it

[@FunGoingFast]

Thanks! I appreciate the feedback. Enjoy your Z.

[@978twostrokegarage2]

I’ve got my z400 up on offer up it’s a hybrid quad with a 250r two stroke I’ve always loved this quad over the trx400 or the kfx

[@liovanniayala6173]

I bought a 2006 KFX 400 last week and I love it, now I kinda want a fuel injected on

[@FunGoingFast]

Nice! Get both. 😎

[@jordanlittle5391]

Gotta love covid prices I got rich

[@Davido50]

Lots of us did feller.

[@anthonyruiz9197]

Great detailed comparison

[@FunGoingFast]

Thanks!

[@Davido50]

I like Suzuki quads would like to find a real clean one. I have a pristine '10 YFZ450R & '21 Raptor 700R-SE. Best of both worlds. Love Both of em thoroughly reliable & fast! -Ohio

[@FunGoingFast]

That would be about the perfect collection.

[@lt-z-quadnation6644]

Love my 03 looking for another 1st gen but man the prices are crazy out here in AZ. 🥴🤣

[@FunGoingFast]

Crazy to see a 15 year old machine listed for its original new price…

[@ryanjames5266]

They are becoming popular again and hard to get so of course the price is going up, banshees were 5k out the dealership back then and now they are 10k+

[@cadman9615]

@@FunGoingFast cuz you can’t buy em new anymore. Price of EVERYTHING has jumped. If Suzuki still made these they’d prob be priced around what a new Raptor cost. I bought a new Warrior 350 25yrs ago for 4600 out the door.

[@mattt7782]

Cool video, thanks! This afternoon, if everything works out, I will hopefully be trading my 2007 Kawasaki Ninja 500 for a 2006 Suzuki LTZ400 four wheeler... Looks like fun, I've never rode a sport atv!

[@FunGoingFast]

Nice! They are a blast. I think you will dig it. Have fun.

[@mattt7782]

@@FunGoingFast Thanks!

[@mattt7782]

@@FunGoingFast I got my 2006 LTZ400 this afternoon, this thing is awesome! 😁

[@Prince_.A]

@mattt7782 Post some vids man! I have a 2002 400ex with a 440 top end. I been thinking about selling mine and using that money to get a 2007 Z that is in impeccable condition. I know it will be slower tho but I'm not sure if that matters too much for how nice it looks for the price!

[@relaxingnature2617]

Great video

[@FunGoingFast]

Thanks!

[@dakotawinn6749]

What brand of nerf bars are on your z400

[@bradcombs8736]

1st gens to the front

[@FunGoingFast]

Haha

[@jc18052]

Do you think a Ltz400 is a good starter quad.

[@FunGoingFast]

Depends. If you are younger or a lighter and want something with a clutch I wold look at a (Suzuki) Z250 or Honda 250EX. If you are bigger or an adult you could start on a Z400 but be aware they are fast atvs and can build speed quickly. Quickly enough to get in trouble if you haven't been riding long.

[@Lala-dr3vf]

​​@@FunGoingFastwhich Quad would be Most secure for adult beginners but great fun to If you start beeing better Driver?

[@tonyc7376]

I know I should watch the whole video but I'm commenting early at 2 minutes 19 seconds, I say bulshit my LTR450 has way more damn legroom than my son's ltz400 and overall is just a bigger machine, at least the way the ergonomics are set up. When I ride my son's LTZ I feel like I'm on a high-powered KX80 too fast for a big guy when I get on my LTR450 it feels nice lots of power on something I fit just my two cents not being mean or video and I'm going to keep watching

[@Davido50]

YFZ450R #1 ..love the 450s

[@jdhweyeheheh2250]

When was the las ltz400 year made?

[@FunGoingFast]

2014.

[@nevercommitsuicide]

2018

[@Sunshine-dz5uc]

Where can i find the actual rear wheel Stud for 08 ltz 400?

[@FunGoingFast]

Have you tried the parts houses? Partzilla, Babbitts, Motosport. And Ebay. Should be the same for 03-09

[@Sunshine-dz5uc]

@@FunGoingFast thanks. Another question. Stock 2011 ltz 400 for 3k worth it?

[@FunGoingFast]

@@Sunshine-dz5uc You are welcome. Stock 2011 for $3k in this area with no issues is a solid deal. Most here in NC around $3,500-$4,500.

[@robertfalcione2287]

What year LTR450 is that a picture of? That livery is fantastic looking.

[@FunGoingFast]

Thanks for the comment! That’s actually a 2014 Z400. They modeled the 2nd gen heavily on the LTR 450.

[@robertfalcione2287]

@@FunGoingFast oh okay. I thought when you mentioned that in the video you showed a picture of the LTR450. Do you know if the light blue Suzuki graphics kit was custom or for a specific year?

[@FunGoingFast]

@@robertfalcione2287 Sorry I can't keep up with my own videos. I went back and watched it. You are correct. That is a sharp LTR 450. Pretty sure I just googled LTR 450 and found that picture. It does a have a cool livery. Maybe something the factory offered for awhile? It has "Team Suzuki" on it.

[@FunGoingFast]

@@robertfalcione2287 I think this is it. www.oneidasuzuki.com/store/parts-accessories/oem-suzuki-graphic-kit-team-suzuki-ltr450-2006-10.html

[@robertfalcione2287]

@@FunGoingFast it reminds me of the old Valvoline sponsored race cars

[@Grey-ke9gd]

How is the second gen weigh more that doesn't make sense

[@FunGoingFast]

It has a fuel pump, injector, and ECU. Adds a little bit of weight.

[@thekx450rider]

I see brushy mountain

[@FunGoingFast]

Good eye!

[@thekx450rider]

@@FunGoingFast I live about 15 from there definitely some Good riding trails

[@anthonynicholich9654]

Carburated of course no stupid ecms fuel pumps electronics sensors computers and batteries to go out

[@moto4life287]

They have 40+ horse power

[@FunGoingFast]

450 race quads have 40> hp stock. The Z400s were around 28 stock.

[@BiteTheCurbNow]

@@FunGoingFast I have seen the same (29.8 hp) and (28.9) doesn't matter, it's SNAPPY...lol

[@FunGoingFast]

@@BiteTheCurbNow Agreed.

[@nevercommitsuicide]

@@FunGoingFast 400s have exactly 39hp or 29kw. You definitely got something switched up there