Quad Yamaha YFZ450R

The YFZ450R is part of the leisure and competition range of Yamaha Quads. Its maneuverability and responsiveness make it a reference model for pilots.

This machine is specially cut for racing and offers you unparalleled control and precision in driving. Its cut and design allow you to be comfortable and easily adopt the different positions you will need to take to negotiate difficult turns or big accelerations.

Strong points :

- Soft throttle trigger
- First quad in its class to be equipped with a slipper clutch
- Fixed cylinder shock absorber for impeccable handling
- Two front discs and “Wave” type rear disc
- High compression ratio engine for explosive performance
- New calibration of the shock absorbers for a perfect match with the new type of tire
- Redesigned cam profiles for powerful and optimal rev feel
- Injection engine driven by a 32-bit ECU for instant response
- Seamless lightweight aluminum hybrid frame
- Cast aluminum swingarm with rear fixed canister shock
- Easy-to-remove fasteners for simple chassis removal
- Improved foot space with heel guards

Dimensions:

Overall length 1.795mm
Overall width 1,240mm
Overall height 1.065mm
Seat height 810 mm
Wheelbase 1,270mm
Minimum ground clearance 115 mm
Weight fully fueled 184 kg
Fuel tank capacity 10.0 liters

Motor

Type of engine

Single cylinder, Liquid cooled, Four stroke, DOHC, Five valves

Displacement

449cc

bore x stroke

95.0 x 63.4mm

Compression ratio

11.8:1

Lubrication

Dry sump

Food

42 mm EHS-type electronic injection with idle regulation

Ignition

Electronic ignition (TCI)

Getting started

Electric starter

Transmission

Five-speed, manual slipper clutch

drive system

Two-wheel drive