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{{Infobox Motorcycle | {{Infobox Motorcycle | ||
|name = '''Yamaha WR450''' | |name = '''Yamaha WR450''' | ||
|image = | |image = [[File:yamaha-wr450-2003-2003-1.jpg|frameless|2003 Yamaha WR450F]] | ||
|aka = WR450F 2TRAC, WR 450 F 2TRAC, WR450F Rally, WR450F EnduroGP, WR450F, WR 450 F | |aka = WR450F 2TRAC, WR 450 F 2TRAC, WR450F Rally, WR450F EnduroGP, WR450F, WR 450 F | ||
|manufacturer = [[Yamaha]] | |manufacturer = [[Yamaha]] | ||
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|ignition = tci | |ignition = tci | ||
|spark_plug = | |spark_plug = | ||
|battery = | |battery = | ||
|transmission = Gear box: 5-speed <br> | |transmission = Gear box: 5-speed <br> | ||
Final Drive: [[chain]] <br> | Final Drive: [[chain]] <br> | ||
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|turning_radius = | |turning_radius = | ||
|related = | |related = | ||
|competition = | |competition = [[Honda CRF450R]] | ||
}} | }} | ||
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==Chassis== | ==Chassis== | ||
It came with a 80/100-21 front [[tire]] and a 120/90-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc. hydraulic. in the front and a single disc. hydraulic. in the rear. The front suspension was a kyb® spring-type fork with speed sensitive damping; fully adjustable while the rear was equipped with a kyb® single shock; fully adjustable. The WR450F was fitted with a 2.2 Gallon (8.33 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 248.02 pounds (112.5 Kg). The wheelbase was 57.72 inches (1466 mm) long. | It came with a 80/100-21 front [[tire]] and a 120/90-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc. hydraulic. in the front and a single disc. hydraulic. in the rear. The front suspension was a kyb® spring-type fork with speed sensitive damping; fully adjustable while the rear was equipped with a kyb® single shock; fully adjustable. The WR450F was fitted with a 2.2 Gallon (8.33 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 248.02 pounds (112.5 Kg). The wheelbase was 57.72 inches (1466 mm) long. | ||
==Intro== | |||
The "WR" is commonly believed to stand for "Wide Ratio". | |||
==2003 Yamaha WR450F== | ==2003 Yamaha WR450F== | ||
<gallery> | |||
File:yamaha-wr450-2003-2003-1.jpg|600px|2003 Yamaha WR450F | |||
File:yamaha-wr450-2003-2003-0.jpg|600px|2003 Yamaha WR450F | |||
</gallery> | |||
The 2002 WR450F received a lot of upgrades this year, and the bike got noticeable lighter, thanks to the revised frame and swingarm, which boast even more rigidity despite their reduced weight. The Kayaba adjustable suspensions have also been tweaked to conform the new weight distribution, and provide excellent damping on the roughest of terrains. | The 2002 WR450F received a lot of upgrades this year, and the bike got noticeable lighter, thanks to the revised frame and swingarm, which boast even more rigidity despite their reduced weight. The Kayaba adjustable suspensions have also been tweaked to conform the new weight distribution, and provide excellent damping on the roughest of terrains. | ||
With electric push-button start, getting your WR450F rumbling and ready to dominate the trail is now easier, while the more aggressive bodywork styling is surely one thing no rider will ever complain about. | With electric push-button start, getting your WR450F rumbling and ready to dominate the trail is now easier, while the more aggressive bodywork styling is surely one thing no rider will ever complain about. | ||
==2004 Yamaha WR450F== | ==2004 Yamaha WR450F== | ||
<gallery> | |||
File:yamaha-wr450-2004-2004-0.jpg|600px|2004 Yamaha WR450F | |||
File:2004-Yamaha-WR450F-Blue-4521-0.jpg|left|thumb|2004 Yamaha WR450F in Blue | |||
</gallery> | |||
2003 brings a new coating on the Kayaba forks for the WR450F, new and lighter calipers and aluminium pistons, but also a new gripper-style seat which enhances the maneuverability of the bike when the going gets tough, and a repositioned, new side stand which offers more clearance on very rough terrain. | 2003 brings a new coating on the Kayaba forks for the WR450F, new and lighter calipers and aluminium pistons, but also a new gripper-style seat which enhances the maneuverability of the bike when the going gets tough, and a repositioned, new side stand which offers more clearance on very rough terrain. | ||
The | The 2004 WR450F's electric-start engine is good for 11,000 rpm, and is mated to a 5-speed wide-ratio transmission for excellent versatility and comprehensive power and torque deployment in any scenario. | ||
==2005== | |||
<gallery mode="slideshow"> | |||
File:2005-Yamaha-WR450F-Blue-5120-0.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Yamaha WR450F in Blue | |||
File:2005-Yamaha-WR450F-Blue-5120-1.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Yamaha WR450F in Blue | |||
File:2005-Yamaha-WR450F-Blue-5120-2.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Yamaha WR450F in Blue | |||
</gallery> | |||
==2006 Yamaha WR450F== | ==2006 Yamaha WR450F== | ||
<gallery> | |||
File:yamaha-wr450-2006-2006-1.jpg|600px|2006 Yamaha WR450F | |||
File:yamaha-wr450-2006-2006-0.jpg|600px|2006 Yamaha WR450F | |||
</gallery> | |||
The 2005 WR450F is the flagship dirt machine in Yamaha's roster, a bike equipped with many works-derived components and technologies, capable to deliver top=drawer performance for both racers and those in search of off-road thrills. Beefy forks, premium Kayaba suspensions, a light Renthal bar and Excel rims are a good complement for the titanium-valved high-revving engine and the blasting power it can deliver. | The 2005 WR450F is the flagship dirt machine in Yamaha's roster, a bike equipped with many works-derived components and technologies, capable to deliver top=drawer performance for both racers and those in search of off-road thrills. Beefy forks, premium Kayaba suspensions, a light Renthal bar and Excel rims are a good complement for the titanium-valved high-revving engine and the blasting power it can deliver. | ||
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