2012 Yamaha YZ450F

Yamaha YZ450F 2012


2012 Yamaha YZ450F specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

Yamaha's profilation of this bike
YZ450F’s still revolutionary design advancements include its rearward-slanted cylinder that achieves unmatched mass centralization, concentrating inertial mass toward the center of the machine. This bold design swaps traditional intake and exhaust positions, putting the lightweight airbox and throttle body out front.

General information
Model name Yamaha YZ450F
Year of manufacture 2012
Type Cross / motocross
Price as newUS$ 8350. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
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Engine and transmission
Engine size 449.0 ccm (27.40 cubic inches)
Type of engine Single cylinder, four-stroke
Engine details Titanium valves
Compression 12.5:1
Bore x stroke 97.0 x 60.8 mm (3.8 x 2.4 inches)
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Injection. Yamaha Fuel Injection (YFI), Keihin 44mm
Fuel control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition TCI
Lubrication system Wet sump
Cooling system Liquid
Gearbox 5-speed
Transmission type Chain (final drive)
Clutch Multiplate, wet
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Front suspension KYB Speed-Sensitive System, inverted fork: fully adjustable, 12.2-in travel
Front wheel travel 310 mm (12.2 inches)
Rear suspension KYB Fully adjustable single shock
Rear wheel travel 315 mm (12.4 inches)
Front tire 80/100-21
Rear tire 120/80-19
Front brakes Single disc. Hydraulic
Diameter 250 mm (9.8 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc. Hydraulic
Diameter 245 mm (9.6 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 111.1 kg (245.0 pounds)
Seat height 1,001 mm (39.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height 1311 mm (51.6 inches)
Overall length 2195 mm (86.4 inches)
Overall width 826 mm (32.5 inches)
Ground clearance 386 mm (15.2 inches)
Wheelbase 1491 mm (58.7 inches)
Fuel capacity 6.06 litres (1.60 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options Blue/White, White/Red
Starter Electric
Factory warranty 30 Day (Limited Factory Warranty)
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