That intro was hilarious 😂😂 So the yfz450r (efi model) was born in 2009 The yfz450 is the carbed model The efi model changed in 2014 with redesigned plastics, slipper clutch, and a small bump in compression and it received more emissions crap. In 2009/2010 they offered 2 yfz450’s (efi machines) the yfz450x which was narrow for woods and back then they even offered a Bill Balance edition which was a sweet machine and they had the original yfz450r which was the mx width machine. As for the clutch that 3 rivet updated basket can be hit or miss i have seen guys ride 3-5 years and never have an issue while others don’t last an hour and it can be so bad where you will need to replace the cases when it blows. Another big thing that has been happening probably as long as the basket issue is the fly wheel bolts can sheer off again causing serious internal damage. We upgrade those bolts to grade 8 of higher and problem solved. The stock intake is actually fine its not that restrictive vs other atv’s the big thing is ecu that alone is why you have the dreaded bog you can get it flashed which helps or go with the vortex ecu if you take the lid off the air box and add a pipe with the vortex you will have a solid setup. After market intakes work better when you start doing engine work like head porting/cams and a bored throttle body. I’m 5’6” and i run a plus 1 stem you can get bar riser adaptors to test out vs replacing the bars and stem and they are solid.
@@JacksonOffroad25not a problem i just had a buddy bring me his quad ill post a vid soon it was making a horrible noise and sounded like it was either the flywheel or basket i pulled it apart yesterday and it was the basket caught it just in time as it did not come apart but was very close.its like 400.00 bucks to do the oem update now.
Can you help me out in figuring out what’s going on with my high idle on my yfz 450R. It’s staying at high revving idle at start up… I don’t know what’s going on
@@capitansuarez3231 possible vacuum leak at engine to intake maybe? That’s where I would start then maybe check and see if throttle is getting hung up at all anywhere
@@macpac3803 the front tires are awesome no issues but the rear tires aren’t the best. They definitely aren’t the worst tire I’ve ever used but they aren’t great in anything other than hero dirt. Anything loose or muddy and they struggle a tad. Still rideable but nothing compared to the alba racing armat xc rippers I have on now. Wayyyy more grip in every condition
Okay just to clarify this ATV came out in 2009 that is when the yfz450r and they also had a 450 x model with EFI. Also when the frame became all aluminum.
Yeah ononewheel7 went into really good detail in the pinned comment. Obviously I’m not expert just my thoughts on a new machine after being out of the sport for a good while. Appreciate you checking out the content!
The raptors do pretty solid in the dunes because of all the torque but I’m partial to the 450’s myself. 400ex is the best do it all and do it forever quad in my opinion
I had a root sticking out at the edge of a trail dislocate my throttle thumb when it grabbed my tire and jerked the handlebars. Steering dampeners can save you a lot of anguish.
I own 2 raptor 700s one with just the big 3 and another that’s a little more built, I love the platform but haven’t got a chance to directly compare it to a YFZ. I was sad to see brewer get away from it so fast. I was looking forward to seeing what he’d do with it.
@@AbbottM72 both are solid options and can be ridden fast but comes down to preference ultimately. Would be neat to see Yamaha bring out a yfz700 or something that gives you all the torque of a raptor but the handling of a yfz
@@JacksonOffroad25 yeah my one 700 has stage 5 elkas, and is 50 inches front and rear. To me it’s the best of both worlds in my opinion but i could ride a YFZ and that could Change my mind lol. I have the same set up as Pete Hager as far as A arms and axle goes. At some point I’ll get my hands on YFZ to see what I’m missing 🤙🏼
@@AbbottM72Love the raptor overall prefer them but the efi 450s handle so good even in stock form its hard not to love them they are si comfirtable to fly through trails uts rudiculous, with the big 3 they are such a great trail quad really kinda scary the cinfidence they give you to be honest
@@macpac3803 I can see it being that way for sure. I like that the raptor has no issue lugging around, but also will get up and move. For what I hear the vortex really helps with the 450, and the 450s have a lower center of gravity. I feel like my 50 inch raptor handles great but it’s still taller than the yfz so I imagine that would handle great.
Yeah they are so lien from the factory in right technical stuff it can bog out on you which gets pretty old but the big 3 and a tune fixes that no problem
Raptor: Harley of the woods oh man that's great 😂 The emissions stuff is a huge bummer. Makes me glad my YFZ is a carb'd model. If I were in the market for a new YFZ, I'd be hesitant to choose an EFI model. The first thing you have to do is throw on a proper ECU to get rid of the lean bog and that's an easy $750 out the gate plus it has to be programmed. Jets are $3. And if your back is hurting from riding, you just need better suspension and a steering stem. On stock suspension and steering, I could barely ride for more than 2 - 3 hours before my upper back and shoulders would be killing me. Just recently threw on some +2 arms, Elka Legacy's, and a +2 stem and it's night and day, I barely get sore now.
Got the stabilizer installed and new bars put on and that helped a lot of the soreness in my back. Definitely having a camera dangling off the front of my face also doesn’t help but stock suspension is pretty solid for me. Obviously aftermarket stuff is super nice but isn’t something I “need” at least not right now. ECU Intake and exhaust are a must! I had a carb model with +1 arms and Elkas before and it was super plush but also costs an arm and a leg
@@JacksonOffroad25 Glad to hear you got the stabilizer on, those things are like magic. And it was more like both arms and both legs for all that suspension, I can't ride at all now cause I'm broke! 😂
Solid points you have made. 450 is a good platform to start with. All bikes have issues that need modifications of some sort! And it's all expensive 😅😅
@@JacksonOffroad25 you did really good talking and not getter nervous like I do. I ramble on and on and repeat some sht. Maybe with time it gets easier lol.
@JacksonOffroad25 lol, that's funny! I'm doing a leak down test now. 30 more seconds, and the banshee engine has passed the completely sealed, 2 stroke test.
That intro was hilarious 😂😂
So the yfz450r (efi model) was born in 2009
The yfz450 is the carbed model
The efi model changed in 2014 with redesigned plastics, slipper clutch, and a small bump in compression and it received more emissions crap. In 2009/2010 they offered 2 yfz450’s (efi machines)
the yfz450x which was narrow for woods and back then they even offered a Bill Balance edition which was a sweet machine and they had the original yfz450r which was the mx width machine.
As for the clutch that 3 rivet updated basket can be hit or miss i have seen guys ride 3-5 years and never have an issue while others don’t last an hour and it can be so bad where you will need to replace the cases when it blows. Another big thing that has been happening probably as long as the basket issue is the fly wheel bolts can sheer off again causing serious internal damage. We upgrade those bolts to grade 8 of higher and problem solved.
The stock intake is actually fine its not that restrictive vs other atv’s the big thing is ecu that alone is why you have the dreaded bog you can get it flashed which helps or go with the vortex ecu if you take the lid off the air box and add a pipe with the vortex you will have a solid setup. After market intakes work better when you start doing engine work like head porting/cams and a bored throttle body.
I’m 5’6” and i run a plus 1 stem you can get bar riser adaptors to test out vs replacing the bars and stem and they are solid.
Appreciate the additional information!!! I couldn’t recall off the top of my head and been out of the game a good while
@@JacksonOffroad25not a problem i just had a buddy bring me his quad ill post a vid soon it was making a horrible noise and sounded like it was either the flywheel or basket i pulled it apart yesterday and it was the basket caught it just in time as it did not come apart but was very close.its like 400.00 bucks to do the oem update now.
@@ononewheel7 I’ll be watching for that video! Need to keep an eye on mine and hopefully make it to the offseason
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Love that ford fuckin ranger!
Thing is a classic for sure lol 😂
Can you help me out in figuring out what’s going on with my high idle on my yfz 450R. It’s staying at high revving idle at start up… I don’t know what’s going on
@@capitansuarez3231 possible vacuum leak at engine to intake maybe? That’s where I would start then maybe check and see if throttle is getting hung up at all anywhere
StockTires are excellent! Until they get to half tread, but new they are a great tire.
@@macpac3803 the front tires are awesome no issues but the rear tires aren’t the best. They definitely aren’t the worst tire I’ve ever used but they aren’t great in anything other than hero dirt. Anything loose or muddy and they struggle a tad. Still rideable but nothing compared to the alba racing armat xc rippers I have on now. Wayyyy more grip in every condition
That intro! LMAO BRUH I'm dead
I appreciate it hopefully I can add some more flair to videos like this in the future. Just need to get my creative juices flowing 😂
Love it! 😂😂
Thanks brother!
The intro bro 👌 so good, lol
Thanks! 🙏
Ya gotta look fast lol
It’s a top three thing on my list anyway lol
At 16 minutes you described me perfectly looking cool feeling cool not really going so fast lmao All joking aside good review!
Appreciate it!
Great info I didn’t know that about the clutch baskets. I’m also a nerf bar guy I feel naked without them. Love the intro! 😂
I embraced my inner dadspeed for that intro lol 😂
Okay just to clarify this ATV came out in 2009 that is when the yfz450r and they also had a 450 x model with EFI. Also when the frame became all aluminum.
Yeah ononewheel7 went into really good detail in the pinned comment. Obviously I’m not expert just my thoughts on a new machine after being out of the sport for a good while. Appreciate you checking out the content!
Wide open trails, dunes or track get a 450r. Tight technical trails and the ability to lug your atv around, then get a 400.
The raptors do pretty solid in the dunes because of all the torque but I’m partial to the 450’s myself. 400ex is the best do it all and do it forever quad in my opinion
I had a root sticking out at the edge of a trail dislocate my throttle thumb when it grabbed my tire and jerked the handlebars. Steering dampeners can save you a lot of anguish.
@@gametime2473 I absolutely agree! After having one I could never go back. Saved me more times than I know I’m sure
And I thought I was the only one who “rode” his bike in the garage with my helmet on. 😂
@@SaltyBob355 gotta get seat time in where you can lol 😂
You talked about the raptor perfectly. IXCR round 1 was crazy brutal and a lot of 1st-2nd gears and the raptor just chugs along.
They love that low to mid range!
I own 2 raptor 700s one with just the big 3 and another that’s a little more built, I love the platform but haven’t got a chance to directly compare it to a YFZ. I was sad to see brewer get away from it so fast. I was looking forward to seeing what he’d do with it.
@@AbbottM72 both are solid options and can be ridden fast but comes down to preference ultimately. Would be neat to see Yamaha bring out a yfz700 or something that gives you all the torque of a raptor but the handling of a yfz
@@JacksonOffroad25 yeah my one 700 has stage 5 elkas, and is 50 inches front and rear. To me it’s the best of both worlds in my opinion but i could ride a YFZ and that could
Change my mind lol. I have the same set up as Pete Hager as far as A arms and axle goes. At some point I’ll get my hands on YFZ to see what I’m missing 🤙🏼
@@AbbottM72Love the raptor overall prefer them but the efi 450s handle so good even in stock form its hard not to love them they are si comfirtable to fly through trails uts rudiculous, with the big 3 they are such a great trail quad really kinda scary the cinfidence they give you to be honest
@@macpac3803 I can see it being that way for sure. I like that the raptor has no issue lugging around, but also will get up and move. For what I hear the vortex really helps with the 450, and the 450s have a lower center of gravity. I feel like my 50 inch raptor handles great but it’s still taller than the yfz so I imagine that would handle great.
I want one so bad. But 12000 geez
It’s definitely a con on the price for sure but peace of mind that you know it hasn’t been ragged out is a huge pro for me personally
2018, cluch blew up at 53 hours, 4 months after it was bought from the showroom floor.
Yeah they seem to be the weak point for sure
Our 2008 going strong 400 hours later 😂
@@slowmomma7222 thats low hours I would hope its still kickin.
That older basket is definitely the move or an aftermarket clutch setup. Factory stuff seems to be a ticking time bomb
Dasa or hmf or sparks sounds best on the Yfz’s
Dasa sounds amazing I agree. There’s not many that sound bad
So it'll bog out at low rpm
Yeah they are so lien from the factory in right technical stuff it can bog out on you which gets pretty old but the big 3 and a tune fixes that no problem
Raptor: Harley of the woods oh man that's great 😂
The emissions stuff is a huge bummer. Makes me glad my YFZ is a carb'd model. If I were in the market for a new YFZ, I'd be hesitant to choose an EFI model. The first thing you have to do is throw on a proper ECU to get rid of the lean bog and that's an easy $750 out the gate plus it has to be programmed. Jets are $3.
And if your back is hurting from riding, you just need better suspension and a steering stem. On stock suspension and steering, I could barely ride for more than 2 - 3 hours before my upper back and shoulders would be killing me. Just recently threw on some +2 arms, Elka Legacy's, and a +2 stem and it's night and day, I barely get sore now.
Got the stabilizer installed and new bars put on and that helped a lot of the soreness in my back. Definitely having a camera dangling off the front of my face also doesn’t help but stock suspension is pretty solid for me. Obviously aftermarket stuff is super nice but isn’t something I “need” at least not right now. ECU Intake and exhaust are a must! I had a carb model with +1 arms and Elkas before and it was super plush but also costs an arm and a leg
@@JacksonOffroad25 Glad to hear you got the stabilizer on, those things are like magic. And it was more like both arms and both legs for all that suspension, I can't ride at all now cause I'm broke! 😂
@@sbz666_ just need to snag up one of those scrambler 1000’s! They are insanely smooth and stable. Not to mention insanely fast
lol love the dadspeed intro 😂
I appreciate it! He is a national treasure lol 😂
This is great!!!
Appreciate it brother!
Solid points you have made. 450 is a good platform to start with. All bikes have issues that need modifications of some sort! And it's all expensive 😅😅
I still can’t wrap my brain around that front bumper design lol 😂
@@JacksonOffroad25 🤣😂
@@JacksonOffroad25 you did really good talking and not getter nervous like I do. I ramble on and on and repeat some sht. Maybe with time it gets easier lol.
@@Floridawoodsbanshee my wife tells me I could talk to a brick wall so that probably helps lol 😂
@JacksonOffroad25 lol, that's funny!
I'm doing a leak down test now. 30 more seconds, and the banshee engine has passed the completely sealed, 2 stroke test.