How fast does a yz450f go?
The bike was introduced by Yamaha Factory Motocross rider James Stewart. The top speed has been recorded at 80 mph stock.
What does the F stand for in YZ450F?
In the dirt bike world the F designation has come to (usually) mean the bike is a four stroke instead of a two stroke, such as a CRF250R vs a CR250R or a 250SX-F vs a 250SX.
What does YZF mean?
So for those wondering what they stand for: YZF (Originated from the YZ Series) Yamaha. Racing (Z stands for racing) Four-Stroke.
What is the top speed of a Yamaha yz490?
In this version sold from year 1987 , the dry weight is 107.0 kg (236.0 pounds) and it is equiped with a Single cylinder, two-stroke motor. The engine produces a maximum peak output power of 55.00 HP (40.1 kW) @ 7000 RPM and a maximum torque of . With this drive-train, the Yamaha YZ490 is capable of reaching a maximum top speed of .
When did the Yamaha YZ 490 come out?
Yamaha introduced the YZ 490 in 1982, after a solid run with the YZ465. Sadly, the 490 was heavier than the 465, nowhere near as reliable, horribly difficult to start (hot or cold), came with a grim suspension, vibrated enough to bring blisters to your hands and was impossible to jet.
Do you hate the 82 YZ 490 Yamaha 2 stroke?
Understand that for many of us, hating the 82 yz 490 has become our life’s passion. Just like a celebrity sticking up for animals or the environment. Some of us have made it a mission. The 490 SHOULD have and could HAVE been a relative to the yz 250, but many things went wrong.
Which is better a YZ 80 or yz465?
I think the 80 looks the best with the traditional Yamaha speed block graphics. Alternatively, you could fit a yz465 swing arm into the 82 yz490 and it should be pretty close to an 81 yz465. Not exactly sure if the weight difference is just due to the link or if there is more to it.