Taming the BEAST | Don't buy this bike! | 2023 YZ450FX Review
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Yamaha kept Tomac from retiring this year! He tested the new 450 and loved it so much that he raced another year!...till this last race anyway but that speaks a lot about a brand
Well star yamaha did.. with factory support.. not the same a production bike off the floor.
@@dormantmenace yeah! But still impressive I think
no. they just paid him EXTRA.
@@vihreelinja4743 if that's how it went down it almost paid off! It's a shame how that ended
We all know Yamahas slogan
“If you ain’t first your last”😂😂😂😂
Watching you ride in real life is a humbling experience, don’t let this man make you think riding a 450 with grace is easy. Crazy skills bro keep it up!
Ash did the same thing on the 2020 fx. And same results. Best bike all around. My 2020 fx is still the best dirt bike I've had.
Good points made in this video. To anyone who has this bike or is planning on buying one: the abrupt power delivery is the main issue you want to fix. Luckily, an over-abundance of power is a great problem to have. 14-52 or 51 gearing makes the power delivery way more linear and makes each gear much longer. The stock maps are ok but the magic and jl smooth maps are the only ones i would consider using on the stock ecu. An xpr vortex ecu is the ultimate in smooth but strong power delivery (keefers world vet mx map). Once you smoothen the power delivery you can fix the ergos if need be; you don’t have to be so over the front to offset the squat of the rear end when accelerating. Bar mounts in position 2 (back hole flipped forward). This chassis likes your body weight moved rearward, taller bars, bar mount spacers (17-19 450’s had taller mounts) and pegs moved rearward are common trends with these bikes (fastway, raptor or works connection all have offerings). I run a back 10 peg personally. Lastly the fork springs in stock form are too soft if you are fast or ride aggressively. This really is a fantastic platform, no need to be weary. Lastly while i believe the gearing and map changes to be a necessity, any ergonomic change will be personal preference for the rider.
I have 22 and i go back and forth with gearing a lot I like fairly low, but not the lowest accept for our most gnarly rides. I copied a bunch of maps. The most stall resistant one IMO is the "spunky feel with connection" map. I like 12/50 for most technical rides but like 12/52 for the one ride we do that you dont want stalling lol. Ill run 13/51 a lot too sometimes. The mx feeling map will bust the ass end loose almost no matter what you are doing. This bike is very easy to get the front end over obstacles. I did put a hydro magura clutch on it, love it. Gummy tires and tubliss.
I sold my yz 21 450 last year couldn’t get comfy. im a 6,1 250lbs fit /. Super fun to wheelie and lug around the track and just hit jumps - I couldn’t tame her to feel comfy around the track I was seat bouncing everything lol - and a buddy of mine suggested putting bar up in the mounts , pegs lower etc , and then ecu but didn’t …… I am hearing the 23 model is better for taller peeps….. I was either gonna get the 22-23 kx 450 or the new 23 yz …. I don’t race just love hitting jumps and wheelies and bush ! Allot of people are saying go with the kx it’s more cruise and easy to ride ….. but I wanna ride this new yz see what it’s about to … I kinda miss how aggressive it was because I’m heavier it worked well on the track all I’d have to do was just give it pepper before take off and would clear everything haha
I have this I'm 6'2. And I'm wondering what I should do for bar and pegs. The maps are so weak in numbers.. great response though!!
@@avz46 dude I took mine on today as it stalled out in the desert in the middle of nowhere. The maps flood the bike. I agree. They need to handle this bs
@@adamrochester1 I have the fx. Don't get the kx I just jumped on a guys. Not at all close. People don't understand that this bike is adjustable and Yamaha fails I'm the are of maps and support. But I did my research and I love it. It blows away the kx motocross bike and is keeps up in the single track. It's unique
Very impressive riding, filming and editing. Fantastic video.
What a phenomenal video. Nice job all around. Thoroughly enjoyed.
Thank you so much!!
I could ride that bike up in Eastern woods of Massachusetts, same riding style as me, perfect bike for me loved my 3 kx 500s, that people said couldn't be ridden in woods, they were wrong, also loved my yz 426 I need that bike seriously and show some of these young kids how to manhandle a bike in the woods lol Lonnie
Awsome review and yea it's made for an experienced operator in off-road and Enduro. And then we have the others that give a mixed up review on the bike
There’s something special about how big bore 4 strokes ride
So easy to get used to and so manageable with how planted they are you just learn to drive through every corner and brap over every rock
They tend to over heat and stall easy in hard enduro though
I've got a friend with a 22 who's a upper a class rider and rarely has problems with his on gnarly Colorado singletrack. A simple fan kit and it'd be completely fine.
@@benanderson4639 There's a reason that you almost never see 4-strokes at hard enduro events in Europe where they're more competitive and popular
Just added a fan. You're right they have so much more than most know. Throttle before the climb and just coast uphill. Do it all day
That was Kyle's problem.Not fast enough.
I had a 2013 yz450f was the same way. It took mapping, an 9oz flywheel weight and a dr-d exhaust. It was geared 14-50 and would pull wheelies in 4th no issues. I loved that bike so much once it was dialed in (and I eventually was fit and strong enough to ride it confidently at race pace.) These bikes punish lazy riding and when you become smooth and ride a gear up and lug it's a dream. This review had me grin ear to ear. Gonna pick one up when I can.
Great review Mr. Rad
Thank you sir!!! Been a minute since I’ve been on one of these fart cannons
I bought a 2021 450F a few month ago and I love it. It's definitely tough on the technical stuff though as it's either spinning the wheel or stalling.
I just rode one!!!!!!!! For my first time too honestly it’s so freaking powerful like i barely touch the throttle and bruh it’s whipping the back tire out instantly. If u ride slow and have to do a u-turn u better be holding that clutch Kuz bruh it stalls and is a bitch to get started again unless u totally know what you’re doing I rode in first gear the entire 2 hoursssss! It literally was amazing ima newb!
They need to make a 450 dualsport to compete with honda and the ktm clones wouldn't hurt to have more selection of street legal dirtbikes
Yeah would be nice. I’m thankful to live in a state where I can convert easily. Saves THOUSANDS. And then you don’t have all the BS stuff on the bike to meet emissions and make it legal lol.
@@BeRAD I have been considering doing that here lately but leaning toward the crf450x more so then the other race bikes not sure I will be saving much money that route though
I'd love to test a new 450x and a 250fx or wr back to back. There's a big weight difference between them but I think the 450x would be hard to beat for an all around machine. The x only makes a couple HP more than the fx but the tq down low isn't even comparable.
@@heathcarr1105 yeah I'm leaning toward the 450x because it has a much wider gearbox can do the slow stuff while still being able to cruise at highway speed (if I were to make a dual sport out of it)
I've got a 250x right now. It's a perfect bike riding around with my kids on. It doesn't have a fan and rarely gets over 170 degrees. Most of the time it stays around 140-145. I do wish it had more power tho. I'll probably at least keep it until I see if what I get next will do the slow stuff as good as it does.
The 250fx is the best handling bike ever. No reason for the 450.
Only if your a pussy
Agreed. I love my 250FX
Fully agree - any of the bigger machines are fine in the open - but a good 250 f handles way better when it gets tight or slippery
I love my 450FX… definitely don’t need anymore power. I’ve never changed the mapping, thought it was good enough.
Bought it back in 17 probably the worst year but it was miles ahead of the other bikes I’ve owned.
I put over 100 hours on my 2016 450fx. It never let me down but man did it eat some back tires. In 2020 I switched to 250fx for the lighter weight. My 250fx is still fast as hell but I must admit I miss the hefty powerband of my 450.
Thanks!! more videos on this bike please!! I have 22 450fx
My dad has the 99' or the 02' yz450f and I want to ride it so bad!
I've had a 2018 450fx for going on 3 years now its got over 200 hours on it and it's been the best do it all dirtbike I've ever owned absolutely love it even tho it didn't make as much power as my 2010 crf450r
Yea it’s crazy I own a 08 yz450 and a 2019 yz450 and it seems like the older bike hits a little harder than the newer one my 08 is a fucking beast
I Love my 2022. Need to talk about the power tuner app can dumb down the power quite a bit. I'm faster on this bike then any 2stroke I have owned to date. IMO, I love KTM/Husky 2 strokes, but I think for enduro stuff, Yamaha has a better 4 stroke. My old 08 husaberg fe 550 was absolutely legendary though.
I just bought my husky fe450 from Zach a few weeks ago!
I have the MX version of that bike and can attest to what he said about the suspension needing to be broken-in. Mine felt way better after 3 or 4 hours.
these review style and tutorial vid are the best ones u make lol been waiting for this
Absolutely awesome bike ! I’ve got a 19
And 22 :) from mild to wild depending on the map :)
Yamaha YZ is the best bike to have fun and power in our hands ❤🔥🔥
2 stroke for live❤
I used to say that until I got a 250fx. Now I just feel bad for guys on chain saws
@@thepatternforms859 ride what the f u want! Its personal preference!!! I just expressed my live for 2 strokes. I'm riding a KTM EXC 300 (carb) and it's the best thing I've ever ridden.
@@2strokesumo229 I’m happy that your happy
@@thepatternforms859 Have a good one and ride safe!👌💪
No top end havin' ass
I wish I could Afford one of these 😭😭😭
This video hit at the perfect time... I've been considering the possibility of getting a YZ450X some point in the near future. I have over 3 years on a YZ250. I love having the power to lug the bike in any gear. Your video confirmed my suspicion... I think i may need another 3 or more years before I'm even close to ready for this beast!
I own one and with the power tuner you can make it really smooth and gentle
I rode one for my first time bro
"Don't buy this bike" so theres more for me 😝lol great vid 🤘
Hey beRad. Me and my Friends and cousins saw you at Pipestone memorial weekend. Thanks for the pictures and it was amazing to finally meet you
Hey Justin!! Great to meet you too. Hope y’all had an awesome time 🤘🏼🤘🏼
Would you look at that. You’ve made it to spam status, Brad! 🎉
Rad vid as always. Keep ‘em coming!
Good video man..nice riding..entertaining and informative...just like it should be 👍👍
got mine still in shipping crate
Awesome video! That bike sure seems like a lot to handle but man do you make it look easy.
I ride a blaster never rided a dirtbike but ima buy the wr250f
I absolutely cannot stand the seats. For me it's very uncomfortable
auto-clutch in 4 stroke for slow speed trail riding, stalling days are over
time for 2 stroke 500
Effortless and forgiving 2 stroke …. Haha def not a yz250 had 2 of those things made me work but made me better rider to 300exc on the other hand feels more chill what’s the easiest 2 stroke these days husky ?
cease & desist definitely coming from yamaha just for that title lmaooo
Its great to see you on a yamaha 4 stroke again! Great video and cant wait to see the next one featuring the story of this bike
got a 23 yz450f best thing ever don’t skimp on power you’ll be mad you got a 250 😂😂😂 i’m 5’3 btw stop being pussss
I’ve been riding since I was 2 and I’m 16 now. My bike right now is a 22’ 300 xcw with some motor work but I’m looking at getting one of these. I got into dune riding and that’s really all I want to do now so I’m wondering if this would be good or too much for me.
LOL it's funny how you call the 450 4stroke a beast. Get a real beast 500 2 stroke. Only good thing about the 450 is suspension
Picked up the last available '21 yz450f in June of that year. It's set up for hard enduro and definitely needs to be dialed in for the rider and conditions. When I took delivery of it, the thing was a death trap. Completely unmanageable at slow speeds and first gear was useless. It'd either blow the tire off or stall. Understanding what the bike is doing, and making the changes and adjustments to correct the problems can take some time. I went whole hog on it from multiple directions and changed and adjusted soo many things I lost track. Definitely not advisable for a novice. Seat time is the only way I know to get a bike dialed. There's no such thing as a perfect bike until you build it.
Yeah that's for track
They're the same bike.
Imo you only need a 450 for off-road riding if you do hill climbs
How tall are you? I hear the footpeg to seat ratio is short. I’m 6’2 and worried it’ll feel cramped. Coming off a 450xcf.
Thats why you buy a 450f!!! You dont buy one so it accelerates like a ttr, you buy it so it rips your face off!!! Thats why i got one!
The laid back feel is common on the Yamahas and I find they just don't seem to turn as well as other brands.
They do. Tap the rear brake and boom
My humble opinion i ride a little xc and i ride a klx 300r even is a heavy bike i have a blast i think a 450 is a over kill for the average rider and blame the bike as an excuse of lack of skills by the way this yammy looks sick
Awesome review and riding! Looks like an awesome bike
Damn dude. You are rippin this thing. All those rock hops and splatter’s-impressive on a 450. 👌👌
Thank you so much for the review! G-Force is great, that is where I will be buying my bike from. So coming from a Novice/Casual ride who is looking at the WR VS YZ (I am 6'2" @240lbs), I will riding similar areas that you are but less aggressive or intense, and leaning towards the WR for the comfort. Would you go YZ or WR? Thanks
I thought I could rip a 450 pretty well on the trails, then I watch your vids. Make me feel slow😂
450's and 2 strokes are a Man's bike. If you are NOT a Man - Look elsewhere
Yamaha definitely builds the highest Quality machines... others are awesome,,, but something special goes into a YAMAHA that makes them last n last a long time.
I race motocross. I'm waiting for a 350F. The 450 has been killing me. They are so freaking powerful. A 350 class would be nice and much more competitive again IMO. So many riders getting hurt on the 450s.
One whiskey throttle and Elon may be giving you a call to talk about space travel! 😂😂
i've got a '17 , it's a lot of bike but a lot of fun once a guy get to grips with the bike.
engine sounds so sweet !!! Yamaha one love.
I find big bore bikes easier to rider. Less shifting and clutch work
Far from ladylike means a good night ahead ????? 🤔🤔😅
Have a 2022. It's a blast. I would say it was very stiff for a number of hrs and I'm still thinking to put lighter fork springs. I'm 165lbs and ride fast on the trails but have never used the last 4 inches of travel. Love Yam reliability and have just pulled the trigger on a 125x for my 15 year old daughter. Just being able to ride either 4 or 2 strokes is a privilege in life, full stop.
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Video: "It's never recommended for a beginner to start on a 450"
Beginner me: gets a street legal '06 CRF450X sumo as a daily commuter with 13-40 gearing, installs 17inch dual sport tires and hit the trailroads (and gets passed by my friends on 125). RIP logic.😂
So what you are saying is....that I should buy this bike.
is it possible to calm down the bike by changing the map?
I need to do more moto-practice days lol. GForce was always good to me on the front range, they should expand to the Western Slope
You made a good video but skip the cringe click bait.
"Torquey" map fixes the abrupt power delivery. Makes it feel more like a trail bike. Suspension is too stiff for avg. woods rider. It deflects. That's why we have suspension tuners.
love my 21450fx!!! thing is sick, got my suspension set up by speed tech in MI cuz thats where i ride. The power!!! super strong!!! 81 hours and still havent touched the motor, getting close those... GO YAMAHA!!!
450 is just stupid. 250 is more than enough!
Yamahas are great if you like doing motor rebuilds
Really drew me in with the "don't buy this bike"
Mission accomplished
Thank you!!! I have this and I love it I'm from Michigan as well. I live in so cal and I love this bike. Ignition issues and some small stuff. Ya have any maps to share? I loaded one and it was trash. Flooded it. Meant to tune it mellow for hard pack out here. Great riding as well!
This 2023 450 made my 2stroke start sitting an collecting dust. Yes I like it an have no complaints for my style of riding. #I love thump and can be lazy when want which makes my time faster
Could you tune the bark out of it with the app? I do a lot of sand and desert riding so it won’t be an issue there but when I do hit the singles and hills I’d love to mellow it down as much as possible. How far can you mellow it with the app?
I miss my yz450. I once took it to school on the last day. It had been raining all that day. Ended up going down on the way out of the parking lot with all the buses and cars behind me😂
The 2023 wrs are pretty much the same bike with lights when you get the competition ECU
it almost sounds like you're talking about my 2022 drz400sm but that's after I finished a stage one upgrade haha. I'm sure even with all I've done to my bike that yz450 could still destroy me in a race xDy carburator is ripped off an old yz450! modified it instead of shelling out all that bread for an FCR
2Smoking for life👌🏻👍🏻🇦🇺
every local hare scramble points board (Louisiana and arkansas) has went from Ktm at the top to Yamaha riders winning. Yamaha has nailed it with the x models
Where to get all the enduro parts ??? (radiator & disc brake protector?)
My website! Link is in the description. BeRAD-Products.com
instructions unclear. i have bought the bike
definitely not a first bike...
I'm not a super experienced rider. More intermediate and I love my wr450f but I use mine for trails and bite of a daily, yet 100% agree very glad I started on 125s and 250s
Make sure you undercoat the van before it get rusty with all the time and money you put it it.
I wish I was just 10 years younger 😩 👍
I have this exact bike. Its definitely the most fun bike ive ever rode
What about 250fxwill be some testing on that bike too?
Where is the thumbnail taken from? What are the mountains in the background?
Moab Utah. La Salle mountains
Had a 2019 and that was really an awesome scoot. All that pissed me off was the hotstart set up.
Were you using the correct tire? Makes a HUGE difference.
track bike characteristics
Nice. Finally switched to a 4 stroke. You became a much better rider then when I first started watching you, really ripping now and got some skills!
i wanna supermoto this bike brah
Great video! I wish I could ride a bike this amazing.
I used a G2 throttle tube to help smooth out the abrupt throttle/power delivery on my WR450F, it works pretty well.
I think this bike would be perfect for desert riding