Yamaha YZ450F 50th Anniversary
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| Yamaha YZ450F 50th Anniversary | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Production | 2006 |
| Class | Enduro |
| Engine | Liquid-cooled, 5-valve, DOHC, 4-stroke w/titanium valves |
| Bore / Stroke | 94.0mm x 94.0mm |
| Compression ratio | 12.3:1 |
| Torque | 39.09 ft/lbs (53.0 Nm) @ 6500RPM |
| Transmission | Gear box: 5-speed, manual Final Drive: chain |
| Suspension | Front: 48mm Kayaba inverted telescopic fork Rear: Kayaba single monocross shock |
| Brakes | Front: 250mm floating disc Rear: 245mm disc |
| Front Tire | 80/100-21 |
| Rear Tire | 110/90-19 |
| Wheelbase | 58.9 inches (1496 mm) |
| Length | 86.3 inches (2192 mm) |
| Width | 32.09 inches (815 mm) |
| Seat Height | 38.82 inches (986 mm) |
| Weight | 59.0 kg (wet) |
| Recommended Oil | Yamalube 10w-40 |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Yamaha YZ450F 50th Anniversary was a Liquid-cooled, 5-valve, DOHC, 4-stroke w/titanium valves Enduro motorcycle produced by Yamaha in 2006. Max torque was 39.09 ft/lbs (53.0 Nm) @ 6500 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
A 94.0mm bore x 94.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 449.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 5-speed, manual transmission. Power was moderated via the Multiplate wet clutch.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 80/100-21 front tire and a 110/90-19 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 250mm floating disc in the front and a 245mm disc in the rear. The front suspension was a 48mm Kayaba inverted telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a Kayaba single monocross shock. The wheelbase was 58.9 inches (1496 mm) long.
2006 Yamaha YZ450F 50th Anniversary[edit | edit source]
Not only does the 2005 YZ450F 50th Anniversary share all the technological upgrades with its base version, but it also brings forth a special livery. Like all the other anniversary models in the generation, the 2005 YZ450F 50th Anniversary comes with a striking yellow livery with factory-like black and white accents.
Even though some might mistake it for a Suzuki in the heat of the dirt track battle, this machine is all Yamaha technology at its best. 2005 brings a new frame and swingarm, a thoroughly revised engine and a noticeable better performance in handling and power delivery.