Yamaha YZ450FX
| Manufacturer | Yamaha Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Parent company | Yamaha Corporation |
| Production | Since 2016 |
| Class | Enduro |
| Engine | Single-cylinder, DOHC, Multivalve, water-cooled, four-stroke |
| Transmission | 5-speed, wet clutch, chain drive |
| Suspension | Front: Kayaba inverted fork; fully adjustable Rear: single shock; fully adjustable |
| Brakes | Hydraulic single disc brakes |
| Tires | Front: 21 in (530 mm) Rear:18 in (460 mm) |
The Yamaha YZ450FX is an off-road performance motorcycle made by Yamaha Motor Company. It currently has a 450 cc (27 cu in) liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine. First offered in 2016 at 450cc, it shared many components and design concepts with both the Yamaha WR450F and Yamaha YZ450F motocross model. The 2016 model premiered as a closed-course, competition GNCC/Woods racer. The YZ450FX features a wide ratio transmission, 18″ wheel, electric start and kickstand.
First Generation (2016)
The YZ450FX was introduced in 2016 and the first generation continued through 2018. The frame is the same as the YZ450F of that year but with different engine mount brackets.
Second Generation (2019)
The second generation YZ450FX was introduced in 2019 and featured an all new engine, updated suspension settings, revised chassis, and a wireless, smartphone based engine tuning app. The kickstarter was removed for this generation and cannot be added.
Third Generation (2021)
| Manufacturer | Yamaha |
|---|---|
| Production | 2019-2020 |
| Engine | Titanium 4-value, 450 cc, 97mmx 60.9mm, compression ratio 12.8:1 |
| Transmission | Constant mesh, 5 speed |
| Frame type | Semi double cradle, aluminum |
| Suspension | Front: KYB SSS cartridge forks, 12.2 in (310 mm) travel Rear: 12.5 in (318 mm) travel |
| Brakes | Front: Hydraulic single disc, 270mm Rear: Hydraulic single disc, 245mm |
| Tires | Front: 80/100-21 51M Rear: 120/100-18 65M |
| Rake, trail | 27.2°, 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Wheelbase | 1,480 mm (58 in) |
| Dimensions | L: 2,175 mm (85.6 in) W: 825 mm (32.5 in) H: 1,270 mm (50 in) |
| Seat height | 955 mm (37.6 in) |
| Weight | 116 kg (256 lb) (wet) |
| Fuel capacity | 2.2 US gal (8.3 L; 1.8 imp gal) |
The third generation YZ450FX was introduced in 2021 and featured a lighter cylinder head, new camshafts and piston, and a longer connecting rod. It shares the same chassis as the YZ450F.
See also
- Yamaha WR450F
- Yamaha YZ450F
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