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==1979== | ==1979== | ||
All good things must come to an end (which very much describes the 1979 YZ400). The rake was decreased to improve the handling in motocross but the 396cc engine was a step backwards (in this editor's opinion). This engine was only used on this bike and the 1980 IT425. | All good things must come to an end (which very much describes the 1979 YZ400). The rake was decreased to improve the handling in motocross but the 396cc engine was a step backwards (in this editor's opinion). This engine was only used on this bike and the 1980 [[Yamaha_IT425| IT425]]. Previous engines used the over-square 85x70 (397cc) design (even the [[Yamaha_SC500|SC500]] used the same crank 95x70). This engine was 82x75 and never used again. | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||