2008 Yamaha YFZ 450 SE Reviews, Prices, and Specs

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2008 Yamaha YFZ 450 SE Specifications

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Identification
Model Type	Sport
BASE MSRP(US)	$7,649.00
Warranty	6
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Engine:
Engine Type	Single-Cylinder
Cylinders	1
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Cooling	Liquid / Air
Valves	5
Valves Per Cylinder	5
Valve Configuration	DOHC
Bore (mm/in)	95 / 3.74
Stroke (mm/in)	63.4 / 2.5
Displacement (cc/ci)	449 / 27.4
Compression Ratio	11.4:1
Starter	Electric
Fuel Requirements	Regular
Emissions Standards	Standard Emissions
Fuel Type	Gas
Carburetion Brand	Keihin
Fuel Injector	No
Carburetor	Yes
Number Of Carburetors	1
Carburetor Size (mm)	39
Carburetion Type	Carburetor
Transmission:
Transmission Type	Manual
Number Of Speeds	5
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)	Chain
Reverse	No
Hi / Low Range	No
Wheels & Tires:
Wheels Composition	Aluminum
Tube / Tubeless	Tubeless
Front Tire Diameter (in)	21
Rear Tire Diameter (in)	20
Chromed	No
Tire Brand	Dunlop®
Front Tire Width	7
Front Wheel Diameter	10
Rear Tire Width	10
Rear Wheel Diameter	9
Tire Type	Radial
Front Tire (Full Spec)	Dunlop® AT 21 X 7-10
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	Dunlop® AT 20 X 10-9
Brakes:
Front Brake Type	Dual Hydraulic Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)	6.3 / 161
Front Caliper Pistons	2
Rear Brake Type	Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)	7.9 / 200
Rear Caliper Pistons	2
Parking Brake	Standard
Suspension:
Front Suspension Type	Independent Double Wishbone
Front Travel (in/mm)	9.1 / 231.1
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load	Yes
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping	Yes
Front Central Suspension Strut	No
Front Suspension Brand Name	Kabaya
Steering Damper	No
Front Stabilizer Bar	No
Rear Suspension Type	Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)	10.6 / 269.2
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load	Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping	Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers	1
Rear Suspension Brand Name	Showa®
Rear Suspension Material	Aluminum
Rear Stabilizer Bar	No
Air Adjustable	No
Steering:
Steering Type	Manual
Steering Control	Handlebar
Technical Specifications:
Length (ft)	6.03
Width (in/mm)	46.1 / 1170.9
Height (in/mm)	42.9 / 1089.7
Wheelbase (in/mm)	50.4 / 1280.2
Ground Clearance (in/mm)	4.5 / 114.3
Length (ft/ft)	6
Length (ft/in)	0
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)	350 / 158.8
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	2.6 / 9.8
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)	1.28
Seats:
Seat Type	One-Piece
Adjustable	No
Seat Material	Vinyl
Seat Location	Driver
Folding	No
Seat Height (in/mm)	31.9 / 810.3
Number Of Seats	1
Exterior:
Frame	Aluminum / Steel
Body Material	Plastic
Hand Grip Material	Rubber
Foot Peg Material	Steel
Foot Peg Location	Driver
Hand Guards	No
Brush Guard	No
CV Boot Cover	No
Front Fender Material	Plastic
Rear Fender Material	Plastic
Handlebars	Standard
Front Bumper	Standard
Rear Bumper	Standard
A-Arm Skid Plate (Rear)	No
Bash Plate (Front)	Yes
Full Length Skid Plate	No
Pricing:
Warranty (Condition)	Limited
Zero Price Schema	0
NADA Value Average	4020
NADA Value Low	3605
NADA Value High	4965
Identification:
Generic Type (Primary)	Sport
Manufacturer Country	Japan
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age	16
MIC Model Segment	ATV Over 250cc
NADATrimID	30662
CRS -> NADA Map	6200023308
Drive Line:
Driveline Type	4X2
Number Of Driveline Modes	1
Rear Unlocking Differential	No
Rear Solid Axle	Yes
Convenience:
Adjustable Levers	Standard
Lights:
Headlight Mounts	Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)	Standard
Paint & Finish:
Metallic	No

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By Jon Rua(Enthusiast), Jan. 1, 2009

Well it ran great never had problems. Not a very good trail quad because of the low clearance. Stock its great with a pipe is terrific. Its deffinatly as fast as my raptor 660 with great acceleration and a great top speed. Light weight and low design make it nice for jumping. Overall a great race q... Read Full Review

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By Daniel Lewis(Owner), Jan. 4, 2009

I love my yamaha yfz450 se
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