2027 Yamaha YFZ450R Team Yamaha Blue

PURE RACING PEDIGREE
Championship pedigree and class-dominating performance make this the race-ready Sport ATV built to win.

Features May Include:

ENGINE
449cc High-Revving Engine

• High-tech, quick-revving 449cc fuel-injected engine delivers proven championship-winning power.

Five Valve Cylinder Head

• Five-valve cylinder head and titanium valve technology provide strong mid-range and top-end power.

Impressive Power Output

• The camshaft contributes to the engine's impressive power output from off the line to the top-end.

High-Compression Performance Engine

• High-compression ratio contributes to overall podium-dominating engine performance.

Yamaha Fuel Injection

• Yamaha Fuel Injection (YFI) delivers consistent engine performance and smooth power throughout the rev range.

Optimal Throttle Body Injector

• A 42mm Mikuni® throttle body and 12-hole injector provide maximum power output with exceptional fuel atomization.

Easy, Reliable Start-Ups

• The system includes ISC (Idle Speed Control) for easy and reliable start-up and warm-up.

Competition Grade Crankshaft

• The crankshaft is engineered for the aggressive demands of competition while the counterbalancer reduces vibration.

Centralized Mass Crankcase Design

• The crankcase houses the oil tank to centralize mass for exceptional handling while simplifying maintenance.

Assist-and-Slipper Clutch

• Assist-and-slipper clutch reduces lever effort while increasing clutch plate pressure for positive engagement.

Reduced Engine Braking

• The clutch system reduces engine braking for faster cornering, especially while downshifting.

CHASSIS/SUSPENSION
Competition-Ready Chassis

• The YFZ450R's motocross-ready chassis is built for turn-key competition-ready performance.

Lightweight Aluminum Frame

• Professional-caliber frame is crafted from lightweight weldless aluminum with a tension-steel bottom frame.

Low-Sitting Engine

• Steel frame member under the engine adds strength and allows the engine to sit low and optimize mass centralization.

Aluminum Frame

• The aluminum frame section is bolted rather than welded providing excellent durability and long-term reliability.

Optimized A-Arms

• Narrow A-arm mounting points increase A-arm length and reduce camber changes through suspension travel.

KYB Front Shocks

• Fully adjustable front KYB® shocks provide excellent bump absorption and bottoming resistance.

Kashima Coated Front Shocks

• Kashima-coated front shocks offer smooth operation with 9.8 inches of wheel travel ready for the track.

Adjustable KYB Rear Shock

• Fully adjustable 46mm KYB® piggyback rear shock with 11 inches of wheel travel delivers excellent handling.

Aluminum Swingarm

• Competition-tested rear swingarm is crafted from strong gravity-fed aluminum matched to the KYB® rear shock.

Competition-Level Braking

• Dual hydraulic front discs and wave-style hydraulic rear disc brakes deliver high-performance that's ready for competition.

Ideal-Cornering Width

• Next level cornering capability with motocross-spec width, enhancing sliding over rough, flat turns.

Lightweight Wheels

• Lightweight wheels provide strength and rigidity thanks to an inner lip rolled-in design.

Radial Maxxis Tires

• Proprietary Maxxis radial tires provide excellent traction in a variety of terrain and soil conditions with a precise steering-feel and balanced sliding character.

Ergonomic Bodywork

• Open riding position with smooth contact points for optimized body positioning when riding in a variety of terrains and rider preferences.

Distinctive Seat Shape

• The YFZ450R's seat enhances rider ability and comfort when cornering on the track or trail.

Toolless Body Panel Removal

• All body panels can be removed with 1/4-turn toolless quick-release fasteners for easy maintenance and service access.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES
Aggressive Competition Styling

• Aggressive styling gives the YFZ450R the looks to match its competition-dominating performance.

Comfort-Focused Handlebar

• A large-diameter, four-way adjustable tapered handlebar reduces vibration for comfortable steering.

Adjustable Handlebar Positioning

• Riders can select between standard, 10mm forward, 20mm forward or 10mm backward handlebar positioning.

Low Effort Throttle Lever

• The throttle lever requires minimal effort, helping reduce fatigue through long motos.

Wide Foot Pegs

• The generous 2.6-inch-wide foot pegs build confidence when standing on the pegs.

LED Display

• LED display provides essential vehicle information including low fuel, coolant temperature, check engine, and neutral gear indicators.