Blasting through the bush, throttle pinned. You’re dancing between the trees with eyes firmly fixed as far as you dare. The trail unravels before you and damn it feels good.

With its YZ-bred five titanium valved engine producing seamless amounts of linear power and a controlled flex aluminium chassis offering pinpoint control, the WR450F propels you magic carpet like through the forest. Has your bike been here before? Because it seems to know the way.

But it’s not just scenery blurring performance and auto pilot handling that attracts you to the daddy of all enduro bikes. Savvy customers also respect the WRF’s enviable reputation for toughness and reliability.

That’s a unique mixture of features that keeps this big dog at the head of the pack.

A combination of bark and bite that’s easy on its owner.

Features:
 

Special crank balance factor and AC generator provide super-smooth running. A piston oil-jet provides increased cooling for long life.

Dry-sump lubrication system carries the oil reservoir inside the engine cases, for excellent mass centralization and simplified plumbing..

Large-capacity radiators with reinforcements ensure cooling efficiency with great strength.

39mm Keihin FCR flat-slide carburettor with throttle position sensor (TPS) produces ultra-precise fuel/air mixing and lightning-quick throttle response.

“No tools” airbox uses hinge-type quick-open lid. Battery rides low for excellent handling.

Digital CDI ignition system delivers more precise spark and monitors engine speed to ensure optimal timing for fast, strong response during hard acceleration.

Wide-ratio five-speed transmission uses strengthened gears and YZ450F-spec multiplate clutch - good for quick-hitting power in the woods as well as eye-opening top-end power.

Lightweight exhaust system maximises power and allows hassle-free replacement of oil filter.

Light aluminium muffler with spark arrestor.

YZ-inspired aluminium frame helps reduce weight while optimising mass centralization. An extensively tested assembly of aluminium forgings, castings and extrusions, the WR frame retains legendary Yamaha handling and response.

Removable aluminium rear subframe made from square-section tube for reduced weight.

Fully adjustable air-/oil-separate cartridge type fork delivers precise, fade-free handling; fork protectors provide excellent tube protection.

Tapered swingarm adopts YZ-style linkage for controlled rear suspension action. Lightweight axle and holders reduce weight in a critical area.

The KYB shock provides 12.0 inches of travel with adjusters for high- and low-speed compression damping, rebound and spring preload - and features a larger piggyback reservoir for excellent damping and fade resistance.

Wave-type brake discs reduce unsprung weight and provide excellent performance. Front and rear calipers with aluminium pistons deliver strong stopping power with progressive feel.

Lightweight 21-inch front and 18-inch rear Excel rims provide exceptional durability and help reduce unsprung weight for optimal suspension performance.

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