The Cross Country King.
The 2026 Yamaha YZ450FX is In-Full-Throttle competition readiness.
Description
Description
The 2026 Yamaha YZ450FX is In-Full-Throttle competition readiness. Designed from the ground up for cross-country and off-road racing, this bike doesn’t just keep up—it sets the pace. At its heart is a 450 cc liquid-cooled DOHC four-stroke engine with titanium valves, delivering a broad, aggressive powerband that dominates technical terrain and gassed-out tracks alike.
Every chassis detail supports performance: the aluminium bilateral-beam frame, refined engine mounts and compact bodywork place mass low and central for outstanding agility. With a wheelbase of 1,471 mm and ground clearance of 330 mm, it carves tight corners and leaps escape routes with equal confidence.
The suspension is race-ready out-of-the-box: a KYB spring-type fork with Speed Sensitive Damping up front, 300 mm (11.8-in) of travel, paired with a KYB single shock at the rear with 305 mm (12-in) of travel. This exceptional setup soaks up open trails, roots, ruts and jumps with composure.
Tech features elevate the experience. The integrated Power Tuner App lets riders fine-tune maps, enable four-level traction control, and even secure the engine via an ECU-lock function to prevent theft. Traction and control aren’t afterthoughts—they’re built in.
Outfitted with a wide-ratio 5-speed gearbox, electric start, Dunlop Geomax tires (21-inch front, 18-inch rear) and compact ergonomics designed for standing or sitting, the YZ450FX thrives on long hours, unpredictable tracks and full-gas scenarios.
In short, the 2026 Yamaha YZ450FX is the ultimate tool for the rider who wants no compromises. If you compete in enduro, cross-country loops, or demanding multi-hour terrain sessions—this is your machine. It blends motocross lashings of performance with off-road endurance and digital tuning precision, all in one high-capability package.




