New for 2012, the YFZ450 returns with all of its 450-class leading performance—powerful, quick revving engine and light, nimble handling—but at a price more on par with a 400-class machine.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Manufacturer
Yamaha
Model Year
2012
Model
YFZ450
MSRP
$6,799.00*
DIMENSIONS
Length
72.4 in.
Height
42.9 in.
Width
46.1 in.
Weight
Wet: 381 lbs.
Ground Clearance
4.5 in.
Wheelbase
50.4 in.
Seat Height
31.9 in.
ENGINE
Engine
4-stroke single, titanium 5-valve, DOHC
Displacement
449 cc
Bore x Stroke
95 x 63.4 mm
Compression Ratio
11.4:1
Carburetion
Mikuni® 42 mm BSR
Fuel Tank Capacity
2.6 gal.
Ignition
DC-CDI
Starting
Electric
Clutch
Wet multi-plate
Cooling
Liquid with fan
DRIVETRAIN
Transmission
5-speed
Drive System
2x4
Drive
2WD; sealed O-ring chain, eccentric adjustment
BRAKES/WHEELS/TIRES
Brakes
Front: 127 mm dual hydraulic disc Rear: 123 mm hydraulic disc
Tires
Front: AT21 x 7-10 Dunlop® Rear: AT20 x 10R9 Dunlop®
ELECTRICAL
Lighting
(2) 30W krypton multi-reflector headlights and 3.9 / 0.5W LED brakelight
OPERATIONAL
Suspension
Front: Independent double wishbone with piggyback, high-/lo-speed compression, rebound and threaded preload adjustment; 9.1 in. travel
Rear: Cast aluminum swingarm with rebound, high-/lo-speed compression and threaded preload; 10.6 in. travel
OTHER
Colors
Black Metallic, White w/ Custom Graphic
Photos may show optional equipment
*Price, if shown, is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) and does not include government fees, taxes, dealer vehicle freight/preparation, dealer document preparation charges or any finance charges (if applicable). MSRP and/or final actual sales price will vary depending on options or accessories selected.
Specs, Quotes, Overview
Standard Features
