Yamaha YZ450F 2026 vs. KTM 450 SMR 2021

Yamaha YZ450F 2026

Yamaha YZ450F 2026

KTM 450 SMR 2021

KTM 450 SMR 2021

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Overview - Yamaha YZ450F 2026 vs KTM 450 SMR 2021

Yamaha YZ450F 2026

Yamaha YZ450F 2026

KTM 450 SMR 2021

KTM 450 SMR 2021

Technical Specifications Yamaha YZ450F 2026 compared to KTM 450 SMR 2021

Yamaha YZ450F 2026
KTM 450 SMR 2021
Yamaha YZ450F 2026
Yamaha YZ450F 2026
KTM 450 SMR 2021
KTM 450 SMR 2021

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore97 mmBore95 mm
StrokeStroke60.8 mmStroke63.4 mm
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears4
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
LubricationLubricationDry sumpLubricationForced
DisplacementDisplacement450 ccmDisplacement449.9 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel310 mmTravel285 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel295 mmTravel166 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeCentral tube

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter270 mmDiameter310 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter220 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width80 mmFront tyre width125 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height100 %Front tyre height75 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter16.5 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width120 mmRear tyre width165 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter19 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
Seat HeightSeat Height965 mmSeat Height890 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity6.2 lFuel Tank Capacity7 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha YZ450F 2026

Yamaha YZ450F 2026

The Yamaha YZ 450 F 2026 is an all-round successful overall package. Engine, suspension, ergonomics and components - Yamaha has made improvements everywhere without any weaknesses. For €11,199 in Germany (standard in blue) or €200 more for the 70th Anniversary Edition, you get a motocross bike that will thrill you across the board and put a big grin on the rider's face.

Good handling

Balance, chassis and suspension give a lot of confidence

Powerful but easy to drive engines

Slim, homogeneous bodywork

Hydraulic clutch quite tight

KTM 450 SMR 2021

KTM 450 SMR 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Average Market Price Yamaha YZ450F vs KTM 450 SMR

Price Yamaha YZ450F

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Current average market prices

Price KTM 450 SMR

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