2016 Yamaha YZ450FX, Yamaha YZ450FX - PURE 450CC X COUNTRY RACER Designed for closed course cross country and enduro type racing the all new YZ450FX combine light, nimble handling with the power of a 450 Top Features Innovative Hare Scramble/GNCC® Engine DesignThe YZ450F -based machine you ve been waiting for! The 2016 YZ450FX shares the YZ450F s revolutionary rearward-slanted-cylinder design, with a reversed cylinder head and forward-positioned straight intake. The YZ450FX delivers a controllable, torquey power character with strong top-end power tuned specifically for cross-country racing. Bilateral Beam Aluminum FrameA nearly identical Bilateral Beam frame that is found on the championship winning YZ450F is used on the new YZ450FX. It places the engine and fuel tank close to the center mass of the bike for extremely light and nimble handling character. Advanced Fuel InjectionThe YZ450F-based Keihin® 44mm throttle body fuel injection system is tuned for cross-country racing and ensures smooth throttle response and easy starting in nearly all conditions. Cross Country-specific SuspensionIndustry-leading, YZ450F-derived KYB® spring-type forks with speed sensitive damping and a KYB® rear shock both feature fully adjustable settings designed specifically for cross country racing. Cross Country Podium ReadyWith a two gallon fuel tank, 18-inch rear wheel and XC racing tires, the YZ450FX is ready to win right out of the box. 270mm Front Brake270mm front disc brake offers outstanding machine control and performance, with exceptional stopping power and controllability. Electric Starter SystemThe YZ450FX features an electric starter to help reduce rider fatigue along with a new main switch-free electrical system for easier starting off. ENGINE Cross Country Tuned YZ450F PowerYZ450F-style 449cc liquid-cooled DOHC four-stroke, with reversed cylinder head and forward-positioned straight intake, delivers massive power specifically tuned for cross country racing, to challenge for race victories in the very competitive GNCC® and Hare Scrambles race series. Innovative Engine DesignThe position of the engine moves the rotational mass of the cams towards the center of the bike which allows for a straight shot, down-draft intake and straight exhaust port for ultimate performance. This also keeps the air box up high, out of dust and mud/water. Wraparound Rear Positioned Exhaust LayoutLightweight YZ450F-spec exhaust system maximizes engine power while centralizing mass, thanks to the innovative wrap-around header design. Advanced Fuel InjectionThe fuel injection system uses 3-D mapped electronic control for the fuel and ignition timing that are optimized for cross-country racing, with a YZ450F-based 44mm throttle body. Compact Engine LayoutDry-sump lubrication system carries the oil Message from Flemington Yamaha-Kawasaki-Polaris: WE now are an authorized Sea Doo and Can AM Spyder ATV and Side by Side dealer. Come visit us and see all the new exciting BRP models on display as well as Yamaha Kawasaki and Polaris Yamaha YZ450FX 116711603
