Second time I'm chiming in on the "new ride" section.  The old z600 "bit the dust" for the moment so I decided to "bite the bullet" and just get a brand new one.  Local powersports dealer just happened to have a 2022 z500 available for immediate gratification.  Now I can have full control and knowledge of what happens and how it's treated.  No running this one without an air filter.

[2015 Z Force 800 53/Trail EPS]

Congrats. Just make sure you do not run the CFM stock air filter...cause it's "almost" like not having one. Get the recommended Unifilter and a quality foam filter treatment...before you hit any dusty trails.

Congrats on the second ride!

Many thanks for the heads up on the filter replacement.  I've only ridden it a bit in the yard for some break in so I'll get the new filter on order ASAP.  Luckily it has been raining here so the dust has been at a minimum.  I'll get into the air box tonight and measure everything for proper fitment.

[2015 Z Force 800 53/Trail EPS]

Many thanks for the heads up on the filter replacement.  I've only ridden it a bit in the yard for some break in so I'll get the new filter on order ASAP.  Luckily it has been raining here so the dust has been at a minimum.  I'll get into the air box tonight and measure everything for proper fitment.

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