Everytime I hear all the things that's changed on the 450 I count my blessings that I bought a '21 and have it dialed in perfectly for what I need. I wouldn't even wanna attempt to mod a '23 the way I've done mine. Only time will tell whether these new bikes are gonna be practical for anything but track riding? WR's and FX's are a rip off, and now the new bikes are even more track focused. Modding yamaha 450s for enduro is gonna be very expensive.
Strong disagree. Only bike where the front fender doesn't look like a banana nose. The bodywork in general has great balance and symmetry. Might be the best-looking bike I've ever seen.
Riding impressions video can be found here: th-cam.com/video/R-8IAFSzExQ/w-d-xo.html
It is unbelievable how innovative Yamaha is. Love how the fuel tank is further down and back.
Look at how far back the engine cylinder is.
I can't wait for the 2024 YZ450FX. 5 pounds lighter is huge.
That will be a fun machine!!!
Did they put a stronger timing chain in this motor.?
Where are these bikes??? Already halfway through November and I cant find anything yet and any dealer in socal
Waiting for the 2024 450fx, shave 5lbs, better Clutch and the Hydraulic Clutch ad on if wanted. major change is the weight.
Everytime I hear all the things that's changed on the 450 I count my blessings that I bought a '21 and have it dialed in perfectly for what I need. I wouldn't even wanna attempt to mod a '23 the way I've done mine. Only time will tell whether these new bikes are gonna be practical for anything but track riding? WR's and FX's are a rip off, and now the new bikes are even more track focused. Modding yamaha 450s for enduro is gonna be very expensive.
The frontside is like a pw50
agreed but everything else good
This bike is so ugly
No it’s not
@C.Nash 😂😂😂
Strong disagree. Only bike where the front fender doesn't look like a banana nose. The bodywork in general has great balance and symmetry. Might be the best-looking bike I've ever seen.