Yamaha YZ450F 2026 vs. Ducati Desmo450 MX 2025

Yamaha YZ450F 2026

Yamaha YZ450F 2026

Ducati Desmo450 MX 2025

Ducati Desmo450 MX 2025

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Technical Specifications Yamaha YZ450F 2026 compared to Ducati Desmo450 MX 2025

Yamaha YZ450F 2026
Ducati Desmo450 MX 2025

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore97 mmBore96 mm
StrokeStroke60.8 mmStroke62.1 mm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13 Compression Ratio13.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDesmodromic, DOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement450 ccmDisplacement449.6 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel310 mmTravel310 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel295 mmTravel301 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
RakeRake27 degreeRake27.3 degree
TrailTrail121 mmTrail118.4 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter270 mmDiameter260 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter240 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsTraction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsAnti-slipping control, Riding modes, Launch-Control, Engine drag torque control, Quickshifter, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width80 mmFront tyre width80 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height100 %Front tyre height100 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width120 mmRear tyre width110 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height90 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter19 inchRear tyre diameter19 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,475 mmWheelbase1,494 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height965 mmSeat Height970 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity6.2 lFuel Tank Capacity7.2 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

Ducati Desmo450 MX 2025

Ducati Desmo450 MX 2025

"Congratulations to Ducati: the baptism of fire with the entry into the mx bike sector has been a success. The standard motorbike works well on the track and, with the Desmo concept, has a unique selling point that also makes a new riding style possible on the large MX bikes, with which you can ride quietly and energy-savingly at a sporty pace. The electric riding aids have been taken to a whole new level. The Desmo 450 MX by no means gives the impression of being a debut model, but already feels like a mature racing motorbike that will satisfy both fast riders and the hobbyist faction. In terms of price, however, it is at the upper end of the scale and exceeds the list price of a standard KTM 450 SX-F, but is cheaper than the Factory Edition from Mattighofen. And with the large range of accessories, you have the opportunity to build yourself almost a factory motorbike if you want to and have enough money in your pocket.

Unique and well-functioning Desmo motor concept

Very well functioning electric driving aids

Good, neutral balance

High list price

Suspension a little soft for fast riders

Slight seat hollow at the front

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