Positioned in Yamaha's cross - motocross motorcycle lineup, the 2024 Yamaha YZ450F utilizes a 450 cc (27.5 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 97.0 x 60.8 mm (3.8 x 2.4 inches) with a 13.0:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the YZ450F measures 108.9 kg (240 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 965 mm (38 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,481 mm (58.3 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 6.06-liter (1.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 19 indexed model years from 2008 to 2026, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Front SuspensionKYB Speed-Sensitive System, inverted fork: fully adjustable
Front Travel310 mm (12.2 inches)
Rear SuspensionKYB® single shock; fully adjustable
Rear Travel315 mm (12.4 inches)
Wheelbase1481 mm (58.3 inches)
Ground Clearance351 mm (13.8 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre80/100-21
Rear Tyre120/80-19
Front BrakesSingle disc. Hydraulic.
Front Brake Ø270 mm (10.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Hydraulic.
Rear Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
WheelsDunlop® Geomax MX33 tires
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.108.9 kg (240.0 pounds)
Seat Height965 mm (38.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1275 mm (50.2 inches)
Overall Length2179 mm (85.8 inches)
Overall Width831 mm (32.7 inches)
Fuel Capacity6.06 litres (1.60 US gallons)
Oil Capacity1.00 litres (1.06 US quarts)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsTeam Yamaha Blue
Warranty30 Day Limited Factory Warranty
Notes
The Traction Control System communicates wheel slip to the ECU, tuning the engine to maintain ideal rear wheel traction. Three levels can be selected: HIGH, LOW or OFF. The Launch Control System continues to implement traction control and features an rpm limiting setting, which can be adjusted in 500 rpm increments between 6,000 rpm and 11,000 rpm. Both systems are controlled through the Yamaha Power Tuner App.
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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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