Yamaha YZ450F 2016 vs. Kawasaki KX450F 2016

Yamaha YZ450F 2016

Yamaha YZ450F 2016

Kawasaki KX450F 2016

Kawasaki KX450F 2016

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Overview - Yamaha YZ450F 2016 vs Kawasaki KX450F 2016

Yamaha YZ450F 2016

Yamaha YZ450F 2016

Kawasaki KX450F 2016

Kawasaki KX450F 2016

Technical Specifications Yamaha YZ450F 2016 compared to Kawasaki KX450F 2016

Yamaha YZ450F 2016
Kawasaki KX450F 2016

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore97 mmBore96 mm
StrokeStroke60.8 mmStroke62.1 mm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio12.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterKickStarterKick
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionCDIIgnitionCDI, Digital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement449 ccmDisplacement449 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel310 mmTravel310 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountDeflection
TravelTravel315 mmTravel315 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typePerimeter

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter270 mmDiameter270 mm
TechnologyTechnologyWaveTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter245 mmDiameter240 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width80 mmFront tyre width80 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height100 %Front tyre height100 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width110 mmRear tyre width120 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height90 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter19 inchRear tyre diameter19 inch
LengthLength2,180 mmLength2,195 mm
WidthWidth825 mmWidth820 mm
HeightHeight1,280 mmHeight1,290 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,480 mmWheelbase1,495 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height965 mmSeat Height960 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight112 kgKerb Weight108.7 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity7.5 lFuel Tank Capacity6.3 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha YZ450F 2016

Yamaha YZ450F 2016

The engine of the YZ450F is powerful and somewhat aggressive, but can be optimised via mappings. What is very noticeable about the YZ450F is the strong intake noise from the engine, but you quickly get used to it. The handling is also very good and the gears are easy to shift. Unlike the 250, the YZ450F GYTR is a little lighter and nicer to ride than the standard 450. The chassis responds well, works very well and is very easy to handle. This makes it suitable for the hobby rider.

Powerful engine

adjustable mappings

solid chassis

good handling

pleasant gearshifting

Engine a little aggressive in the lower range

Kawasaki KX450F 2016

Kawasaki KX450F 2016

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha YZ450F vs Kawasaki KX450F

Price Yamaha YZ450F

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Price Kawasaki KX450F

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