2005 Yamaha YZ 450 F Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Yamaha's cross - motocross motorcycle lineup, the 2005 Yamaha YZ 450 F pairs a 449 cc (27.4 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 95.0 x 63.4 mm (3.7 x 2.5 inches) with a 12.5:1 compression ratio.
Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 996 mm (39.2 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,486 mm (58.5 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 6.81-liter (1.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 2004 to 2007, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
996 mm (39.2 in)
Engine
Displacement449.0 ccm (27.40 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Compression12.5:1
Bore x Stroke95.0 x 63.4 mm (3.7 x 2.5 inches)
Valves/Cylinder5
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Rake27.2°
Front Suspension48mm Kayaba inverted telescopic fork w/adjustable compression and rebound damping
Front Travel300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear SuspensionKayaba single shock w/adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping and separate hi/lo-speed compression adjuster
Rear Travel318 mm (12.5 inches)
Wheelbase1486 mm (58.5 inches)
Ground Clearance371 mm (14.6 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre80/80-21
Rear Tyre110/90-19
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø250 mm (9.8 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø245 mm (9.6 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height996 mm (39.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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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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