Built around Yamaha's atv motorcycle platform, the 2009 Yamaha Big Bear 400 4x4 IRS relies on a 386 cc (23.6 cu in) oil & air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 83.0 x 71.5 mm (3.3 x 2.8 inches) with a 8.6:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Big Bear 400 4x4 IRS measures 269 kg (593 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 894 mm (35.2 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,229 mm (48.4 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 15.14-liter (4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2009 to 2012, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
894 mm (35.2 in)
Engine
Displacement386.0 ccm (23.55 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Compression8.6:1
Bore x Stroke83.0 x 71.5 mm (3.3 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Mikuni® 33mm BSR
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionDC-CDI
CoolingOil & air
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Chassis
Front SuspensionIndependent double wishbone
Front Travel127 mm (5.0 inches)
Rear SuspensionIndependent double wishbone
Rear Travel127 mm (5.0 inches)
Wheelbase1229 mm (48.4 inches)
Ground Clearance267 mm (10.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre25/7-AT12
Rear Tyre25/10-AT12
Front BrakesDouble disc
Rear BrakesDouble disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight269.0 kg (593.0 pounds)
Seat Height894 mm (35.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1186 mm (46.7 inches)
Overall Length2017 mm (79.4 inches)
Overall Width1115 mm (43.9 inches)
Fuel Capacity15.14 litres (4.00 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsBlack Metalic, Hunter Green, Steel Blue, Realtree® AP HD® Camouflage
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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