Segment: Enduro/Offroad
Production years: 2011, 2012
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The 2012 MY Yamaha YZ450F sports a revised fuel injection settings (mapping for injection and advance) and offers smooth, controllable engine response in the low-to-mid-rpm range.
Boasting a centralized mass construction, the YZ450F is incredibly easy to handle and cornering is made easy in any situation. 2013 brings new forks and a damping control rear shock, while the optional GYTR Power Tuner lets the discerning user adjust the fuel/air mixture and ignition, for the optimal performance according to riding style and need.
The fuel tank is positioned under the seat for a lower center of gravity and better steering. The YZ450F is the perfect tool for those looking for a powerful yet highly manageable off-road/ dirt bike.
YAMAHA YZ450F 2011-2012
YAMAHA YZ450F 449
| engine specs | Type: | Liquid-cooled DOHC 4-stroke; 4 titanium valves | Displacement: | 449 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 3.8x2.4 in OR 97 mm | Compression Ratio: | 12.5:1 | Horsepower: | / KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | -/ lb-ft/RPM OR 0 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | Yamaha Fuel Injection (YFI), Keihin 44mm |
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| transmission specs | Gearbox: | 5 speed | Clutch: | Multiplate wet clutch | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | Chain |
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| chassis specs | Frame: | Aluminum double “S” bend Bilateral Beam | Front Suspension: | KYB Speed-Sensitive System, inverted fork: fully adjustable, 12.2-in travel | Rear Suspension: | KYB Fully adjustable single shock; 12.4-in travel | Front Brake: | Hydraulic single disc brake, 250mm | Rear Brake: | Hydraulic single disc brake, 245mm |
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| dimension specs | Overall Length: | 86.4 in OR 2195 mm | Overall Width: | 32.5 in OR 826 mm | Seat Height: | 39.4 in OR 1001 mm | Wheelbase: | 58.7 in OR 1491 mm | Ground Clearance: | 15.2 in OR 386 mm | Weight: | 245 lbs OR 111 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 1.6 gallons OR 6.1 L |
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| tyres specs | Front: | 80/100-21 Dunlop Geomax MX51 | Rear: | 120/80-19 Dunlop Geomax MX51 |
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