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2022 Yamaha YZ450FX Guide

2022 Yamaha YZ450FX

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2022 Yamaha YZ450FX: POWER, TUNED TO PERFECTION.

Introducing the new 2022 Yamaha YZ450FX…

Whether cutting through tight technical trails or blazing across the wide open desert, the class‑defining YZ450FX takes off‑road performance to new levels.

Featuring a powerful engine and the smartphone Power Tuner app to dial in the bike’s settings to your style and conditions, the 2022 YZ450FX is power – tuned to perfection. Developed from the YZ450F motocross model, the YZ450FX includes added features and unique settings that make it the ultimate woods racer.

The competition-dominating Yamaha YZ450FX is back for 2022. Developed from Yamaha’s flagship YZ450F motocross model, the YZ450FX includes a host of added features and unique settings designed with the goal of creating the ultimate XC racer. It all starts with the renowned 450cc, liquid-cooled, Yamaha four-stroke engine. The ultra-compact powerplant features a distinct rearward-slanted cylinder design—complete with rear exhaust and forward-mounted down-draft intake system. The cylinder head design works with the frame geometry to centralize mass and optimize weight distribution. Internally, the engine features a straight intake tract, aggressive cam profiles, a high-compression “box bridge” piston design with DLC-coated piston pin, all contributing to its fun, torquey character and broad, usable powerband. The YZ450FX also features Yamaha’s industry-leading and free-of-charge Power Tuner app, allowing cross country racers to make fueling and ignition timing changes instantly and upload them to the bike straight from their smartphone for the ultimate track-side tuning. Then, a handlebar-mounted map switch allows riders to quickly select between two preloaded engine maps for on-the-fly adjustments to changing riding conditions.

The latest evolution of Yamaha’s lightweight aluminum bilateral beam frame features precisely tuned flex characteristics that give riders the ultimate combination of cornering performance, traction feel and bump stability. Fully adjustable KYB® coil spring-type fork with speed sensitive damping and linkage-type KYB® rear shock provide best-in-class suspension performance, specifically tuned for optimum cross country performance. Bringing things to a stop, the YZ450FX’s rigid front caliper and compact rear caliper work with aggressive pad compounds and lightweight rotors to provide exceptional braking power and controllability, dissipate heat more efficiently in racing conditions and reduce unsprung weight.

To further showcase the YZ450FX’s cross country edge, convenient features like push-button electric start, fuel level warning indicator, composite engine guard, rubber-mounted handlebar clamps, 18-inch rear wheel, sealed O-ring chain and a folding aluminum kickstand all come standard.

 

 

2022 Yamaha YZ450FX Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features
  • YZ450F-Based GNCC® and Hare Scrambles Focused Racer
    The YZ450FX is developed from Yamaha’s flagship motocross model—the YZ450F—with many added features and unique settings that make the YZ450FX the ultimate GNCC®/Woods racer.
  • High Performance Four-Stroke Engine
    The compact, powerful YZ450FX engine includes all the same race-developed technologies of the class-defining YZ450F motocrosser, tuned for cross country performance. A host of go-fast innovations include steep valve angles, aggressive cam profiles, high-compression forged piston with low friction rings, high-flow intake and exhaust systems—all thoughtfully packaged to optimize mass centralization.
  • Innovative Yamaha Power Tuner App
    Yamaha’s industry-leading Power Tuner app puts the flexibility and precision tunability of the GYTR® Power Tuner into your smartphone. Make fueling and ignition timing changes instantly and upload them to the bike for ultimate track-side tuning. Best of all, it’s free-of-charge.
  • Adjustable Engine Mapping
    A handlebar-mounted map switch allows the rider to quickly select between preloaded engine maps—loaded and configured in the Power Tuner app—to account for changing riding conditions.
  • Advanced Bilateral Aluminum Frame
    The YZ450FX’s advanced aluminum bilateral beam frame features precisely tuned flex characteristics that give riders the ultimate combination of cornering performance, traction feel and bump stability.
  • Class-Leading Suspension
    Yamaha’s spring-type KYB® forks with refined, speed-sensitive damping and linkage-type rear suspension featuring a KYB® shock endow the YZ450FX with its renowned, class-defining suspension performance straight out of the box.
  • High Performance Braking System
    A rigid front caliper and compact rear caliper work with aggressive pad compounds and lightweight rotors to provide exceptional braking power and controllability, dissipate heat more efficiently, and reduce unsprung weight.
  • Electric Starter System
    Utilizing a compact starter motor and ultra-lightweight lithium battery, the YZ450FX maintains the convenience of push-button starting for effortless restarts under pressure, and more relaxed riding when the clock isn’t ticking.

 

 

 

 

2022 Yamaha YZ450FX Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits

ENGINE

  • Rearward-Slanted Cylinder Design
    The YZ450FX’s distinct rearward-slanted cylinder design—complete with rear exhaust and forward-mounted down-draft intake system—features a cylinder head that works with the frame geometry for optimized weight distribution. Internally, the engine features a straight intake tract, aggressive cam profiles, a high-compression “box bridge” piston design with DLC-coated piston pin and more. Finally, the YZ450FX features specific ECU settings to suit the needs of cross country riders.
  • Innovative Yamaha Power Tuner App
    The free-of-charge Yamaha Power Tuner app brings the power of the GYTR® Power Tuner to your iOS® or Android® device. Using wireless connectivity to talk to the bike’s onboard CAN-bus network, the app allows owners to adjust air/fuel mixture and ignition timing maps to tune engine performance for track conditions, record race log information and monitor a range of data such as maintenance and system diagnosis, engine run time and more.
  • Adjustable Engine Mapping
    A handlebar-mounted map switch allows the rider to quickly select between preloaded engine maps—loaded and configured in the Power Tuner app—to account for changing riding conditions. Map 1 provides more responsive, quicker revving engine characteristics while Map 2 provides smoother response, slower revving characteristics for when traction is limited.
  • Advanced Fuel Injection
    The engine breathes through a 44mm Mikuni® throttle body fed by a high-pressure electric pump to ensure optimum fuel atomization and power for a wide range of riding conditions.
  • Robust Transmission and Clutch
    The YZF450FX’s wide-ratio 5-speed transmission and durable clutch components enhance cross country performance for confident shifting and more flexible gear selection in open terrain.
  • Electric Starter System
    The YZ450FX features a compact electric starter system to minimize restart delays on track and add convenience everywhere else. Powered by a high-capacity and lightweight four-cell lithium-ion battery, the system adds minimal weight.

 

CHASSIS/SUSPENSION

  • Advanced Bilateral Aluminum Frame
    The upper frame bracing provides rigidity and durability while rear frame spars and cross country-tuned engine mounts centralize mass for the best possible balance of impact absorption, stiffness and rider feeling.
  • Class-Leading Suspension
    The industry-leading, fully adjustable KYB® coil spring-type fork with speed sensitive damping provides exceptional balance between handling and bump absorption for race-winning handling performance. The linkage type rear suspension uses a KYB® shock with specially-tuned damping characteristics to match the YZ450FX chassis with both front and rear system settings for optimal GNCC® performance.
  • 270mm Front Brake
    Large 270mm front rotor coupled with aggressive pad material offer excellent braking performance and feel with exceptional stopping power and controllability.
  • Compact Body and Seat Design
    The YZ450FX features stylish bodywork from tip to tail, including a large 2.15-gallon mass-centralized fuel tank. The body design is narrow for more comfortable knee grip and control feeling while the narrower and lower seat gives the rider additional room to move aboard the machine.
  • Cross Country Wheels and Tires
    The YZ450FX features enduro-specific Dunlop® Geomax MX3S tires for the ideal balance of traction and durability, complete with an 18-inch rear wheel. Each wheel’s cross-sectional profile is computer-designed to shave valuable weight without sacrificing durability.

 

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

  • GNCC®-Focused Details
    The YZ450FX includes a range of cross country specific upgrades compared to the YZ450F motocrosser including a composite engine guard, 18-inch rear wheel, sealed O-ring chain, fuel level warning indicator and a folding aluminum kickstand.
  • Adjustable Handlebar Mounts
    Four-position adjustable handlebar clamps are rubber mounted to improve comfort, reduce handlebar vibration and allow riders to adjust the bar position, while the oversize 1-1/8-inch handlebar is strong but lightweight.
  • Embedded Graphics
    Yamaha’s unique embedded graphics are built into the bodywork for extended durability, resisting both peeling and damage.

 

 

 

 

2022 Yamaha YZ450FX – Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $9899 USD
Canada MSRP Price: $11399 CDN
Europe/UK MSRP Price: £ GBP (On The Road inc 20% Vat)

Engine Type 450cc liquid-cooled DOHC 4-stroke; 4 titanium
valves
Bore x Stroke 97.0mm × 60.9mm
Compression Ratio 13.0:1
Fuel Delivery Mikuni® fuel injection, 44mm
Transmission 5-speed; multiplate wet clutch
Final Drive Chain
Suspension / Front KYB® spring-type fork with speed sensitive
damping; fully adjustable, 12.2-in travel
Suspension / Rear KYB® single shock; fully adjustable, 12.5-in
travel
Brakes / Front Hydraulic disc, 270mm
Brakes / Rear Hydraulic disc, 240mm
Tires / Front 80/100-21 Dunlop® Geomax MX33F
Tires / Rear 120/90-18 Dunlop® Geomax MX33
L x W x H 85.6 in x 32.5 in x 50.4 in
Seat Height 37.6 in
Wheelbase 58.3 in
Rake (Caster Angle) 27.2°
Trail 4.6 in
Maximum Ground
Clearance
12.6 in
Fuel Capacity 2.2 gal
Wet Weight 254 lb
Warranty 30 Day (Limited Factory Warranty)
Color Team Yamaha Blue

 

*** Wet weight includes the vehicle with all standard equipment and all fluids, including oil, coolant (as applicable) and a full tank of fuel. It does not include the weight of options or accessories. Wet weight is useful in making real-world comparisons with other models.

 

2022 Yamaha YZ450FX – Totalmotorcycle.com Canada Specifications/Technical Details

ENGINE
ENGINE Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valve (titanium), single
DISPLACEMENT 450 cc
BORE AND STROKE 97 x 60.8 mm
COMPRESSION RATIO 13.0:1
FUEL DELIVERY Mikuni 44 mm throttle body F.I.
LUBRICATION Wet sump
IGNITION / STARTING TCI / Electric
TRANSMISSION Constant mesh, 5-speed
FINAL DRIVE Chain

CHASSIS
SUSPENSION (FRONT) Fully adjustable 48 mm inverted KYB fork / 310 mm (12.2 in.) wheel travel
SUSPENSION (REAR) Fully adjustable linkage-type / 318 mm (12.5 in.) wheel travel
BRAKES (FRONT) 270 mm, floating disc / twin-piston caliper
BRAKES (REAR) 240 mm, disc / single-piston caliper
TIRES (FRONT) 80/100-21
TIRES (REAR) 120/90-18

CRITICAL DATA
LENGTH 2,175 mm (85.6 in.)
WIDTH 825 mm (32.5 in.)
HEIGHT 1,280 mm (50.4 in.)
WHEELBASE 1,480 mm (58.3 in.)
GROUND CLEARANCE 320 mm (12.6 in.)
SEAT HEIGHT 955 mm (37.6 in.)
FUEL CAPACITY 8.2 litres (1.8 Imp. gal.)
WET WEIGHT 115.2 kg (254 lb)
COLOUR(S) Yamaha Racing Blue

 

 

2022 Yamaha YZ450FX – Totalmotorcycle.com European Specifications/Technical Details

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