New 2026 Yamaha Inventory

Here’s a summary of the 2026 Yamaha YZ450F — what’s new, the specs, and what makes it stand out. If you like, I can pull up pros & cons or how it compares to a similar bike.What’s New for 2026Frame Update: Redesigned frame (inner & outer structure) with a thinner front downtube. The idea is to better balance rigidity and flex, to improve front‑end feel and stability. Motorcycle+2MCNews+2Suspension Tweaks: Revised fork settings, and a new KYB rear shock that includes a hand‑operated low‑speed compression clicker. Meant to give more control over damping, especially in jumps or rough terrain. Yamaha Motorsports+2Motorcycle+2Engine / Intake Changes: A redesigned intake port to produce stronger tumble (better mixing of air/fuel) aiming for more efficient combustion. Also updated intake & exhaust / air‑intake ducting‑resonators to meet noise regs and smooth out throttle response. Motorcycle+2Yamaha Motorsports+2Hydraulic Clutch: New standard hydraulic clutch for smoother lever feel & more consistent engagement. Also a new clutch hub design for better lubrication / durability. Motorcycle+1ECU Lock / Security Feature: First in this class — you can lock engine start via password using Yamaha’s Power Tuner App. Helps with theft prevention. Motorcycle+1Styling / Ergonomics Updates: Slimmer front number plate; new two-piece side covers; sharper rear fender; new “honeycomb” seat cover material that holds better under acceleration (so you slide forward easier but less so backward). Motorcycle+1Key SpecsComponentSpecEngine Type450 cc liquid‑cooled DOHC 4‑stroke, 4 titanium valves. Yamaha Motorsports+1Bore × Stroke97.0 mm × 60.8 mm Yamaha Motorsports+1Compression Ratio~ 13.0:1 Yamaha Motorsports+1Fuel DeliveryMikuni 44 mm fuel injection. Yamaha Motorsports+1Transmission5‑speed constant mesh; multip‑late wet clutch (now hydraulic) Yamaha Motorsports+1Front SuspensionKYB spring‑type fork, speed sensitive damping; fully adjustable; ~12.2 in travel. Yamaha Motorsports+1Rear SuspensionKYB single shock; fully adjustable; ~11.6 in travel. Yamaha Motorsports+1BrakesFront: 270 mm disc; Rear: 240 mm disc. Yamaha Motorsports+1TiresDunlop Geomax MX33 – front (80/100‑21), rear (120/80‑19) Yamaha Motorsports+1Seat Height~ 38.0 in Yamaha Motorsports+1Ground Clearance~ 13.6 in Yamaha Motorsports+1Wet Weight~ 243 lb (with all fluids, full tank) Yamaha Motorsports+1Fuel Capacity~ 1.6 gallons