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Yamaha YZ450FX

Yamaha YZ450FX

Type of motorcycle

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.[1] The YZ450FX features a wide ratio transmission, 18" wheel, electric start and kickstand.[1]

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First Generation (2016)

The YZ450FX was introduced in 2016[1] and the first generation continued through 2018. The frame is the same as the YZ450F of that year but with different engine mount brackets.[1]

Second Generation (2019)

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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.[3] The kickstarter was removed for this generation and cannot be added.

Third Generation (2021)

The third generation YZ450FX was introduced in 2021 and featured a lighter cylinder head, new camshafts and piston, and a longer connecting rod.[4] It shares the same chassis as the YZ450F.[4]

See also

References

  1. [1]
    "2016 Yamaha YZ450FX Dirt Bike".
  2. [2]
    "Yamaha Owner's Service Manual (2019 YZ450FX)" (PDF).
  3. [3]
    "2019 Yamaha YZ450FX | Cycle World".
  4. [4]
    "2021 Yamaha YZ450FX Review | Dirt Rider".


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