2016Yamaha YZ450F

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The 2016 Yamaha YZ450F is a high-performance four-stroke motocross bike designed for competitive and advanced amateur riders. Known for its potent 450cc engine, precise handling, and reliable electric starter, it excels in professional racing and demanding off-road conditions. The bike delivers aggressive power delivery with excellent agility across varied terrain.

Capacity: 449.0 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 99.3 kg
Seat height: 975 mm
Power: 56.0 HP (41.2 kW)

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What’s new for the 2016 Yamaha YZ450F

vs the 2015

Spec	2015	2016
Front suspension	KYB Speed-Sensitive System, inverted fork: fully adjustable, 12.2 in travel	KYB Speed-Sensitive System, inverted fork: fully adjustable
Rear suspension	Monoshock, adjustable preload and rebound damping, 12.4 in travel	Monoshock, adjustable preload and rebound damping

Other years 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail97%

Cornering88%

City riding10%

Daily riding10%

Touring10%

Two-up5%

Track90%

Best for: Built purely for motocross racing and hard off-road riding, excelling on tracks and rough terrain rather than street use.
Built for: Sharp, high-revving, and razor-responsive, it rewards committed, active riding with explosive acceleration and precise cornering manners.
Not ideal for: It is not suited for commuting, touring, passengers, or casual low-speed street riding due to its lack of lights, mirrors, and road-going comfort features.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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At 975mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will not reach the ground comfortably on the 2016 Yamaha YZ450F, with a cramped knee angle of around 85 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 449.0 ccm
Power: 56.0 HP (41.2 kW)
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.5639 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 97.0 x 60.8 mm
Compression: 12.5:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: TCI
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Wet sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet multi-disc

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1481 mm
Overall length: 2174 mm
Overall width: 826 mm
Overall height: 1290 mm
Seat height: 975 mm
Dry weight: 99.3 kg
Wet weight: 111.1 kg
Fuel capacity: 7.60 litres
Ground clearance: 335 mm
Oil capacity: 1.20 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Aluminum Bilateral Beam frame
Front suspension: KYB Speed-Sensitive System, inverted fork: fully adjustable
Rear suspension: Monoshock, adjustable preload and rebound damping
Front wheel travel: 310 mm
Rear wheel travel: 315 mm
Rake (fork angle): 28.0°
Trail: 119 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. Hydraulic.
Front brakes diameter: 250 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Hydraulic.
Rear brakes diameter: 245 mm
Front tyre: 80/100-21
Rear tyre: 120/80-19

Other

Color options: Team Yamaha Blue/White, 60th Anniversary Yellow

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2004	2010	2016	2021	2027
Capacity	449 cc	449 cc	449 cc	449 cc	450 cc
Dry weight	97 kg	99 kg	99 kg	99 kg	99 kg
Seat height	995 mm	998 mm	975 mm	965 mm	965 mm
Fuel capacity	6.8 L	6.1 L	7.6 L	6.1 L	6.1 L