2023 Yamaha YZF450

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PTshox 7/1/2022 12:44pm
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Seems like a good idea for Yamaha to show the 2023 model sooner vs later.... as people start making their buying decisions for their next bike once the competition reveals their new models.

Just a thought.... )
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DB505 7/1/2022 4:01pm
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Yea it’s time for a new bike, so many options nowadays, I’d like to know what Yamaha has up there sleeve, before I get something else, but not sure I want to wait that long!
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Brianmc 7/1/2022 5:44pm
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Surprised that this has been so tight and no spy photos or leaks. Maybe its because the 2023 is only BNG??
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Brianmc wrote:
Surprised that this has been so tight and no spy photos or leaks. Maybe its because the 2023 is only BNG??
Heard Keefer mention he thinks the 450 will be all new and the 250 will be the same? Think Tomac is racing the world Supercross to “test” the new bike before next year?
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Brianmc wrote:
Surprised that this has been so tight and no spy photos or leaks. Maybe its because the 2023 is only BNG??
It's definitely all new and I've heard some riding related comments and just verbal comments on changes but they've done a very good job keeping it under wraps so far.
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Brianmc wrote:
Surprised that this has been so tight and no spy photos or leaks. Maybe its because the 2023 is only BNG??
ML512 wrote:
It's definitely all new and I've heard some riding related comments and just verbal comments on changes but they've done a very good job keeping it...
It's definitely all new and I've heard some riding related comments and just verbal comments on changes but they've done a very good job keeping it under wraps so far.
Any info on the release date?
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Brianmc wrote:
Surprised that this has been so tight and no spy photos or leaks. Maybe its because the 2023 is only BNG??
ML512 wrote:
It's definitely all new and I've heard some riding related comments and just verbal comments on changes but they've done a very good job keeping it...
It's definitely all new and I've heard some riding related comments and just verbal comments on changes but they've done a very good job keeping it under wraps so far.
Broseph wrote:
Any info on the release date?
Keefer said PR in august I think
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Brianmc wrote:
Surprised that this has been so tight and no spy photos or leaks. Maybe its because the 2023 is only BNG??
ML512 wrote:
It's definitely all new and I've heard some riding related comments and just verbal comments on changes but they've done a very good job keeping it...
It's definitely all new and I've heard some riding related comments and just verbal comments on changes but they've done a very good job keeping it under wraps so far.
Will the 250f be all new as well?
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Boggins 7/1/2022 7:27pm
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'23 = lighter, narrower, shorter, nimble......MXA's wish list has been met Smile

BBP may sweep SX and MX title this year. '22 bike is very good! Looking forward to seeing and riding the '23.
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PTshox 7/1/2022 8:53pm
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If I was a decision maker at Yamaha... I'd stop with the games and get the info out ASAP. This is what we have been working on and have.... XYZ... etc

The "games" don't help..... best to just be forthright. )
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Chris99Flannery 7/2/2022 12:22am
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Brianmc wrote:
Surprised that this has been so tight and no spy photos or leaks. Maybe its because the 2023 is only BNG??
ML512 wrote:
It's definitely all new and I've heard some riding related comments and just verbal comments on changes but they've done a very good job keeping it...
It's definitely all new and I've heard some riding related comments and just verbal comments on changes but they've done a very good job keeping it under wraps so far.
PowerSteering on any? Jay Wilson mentioned it’s a good thing
Dirtdemon 7/2/2022 1:19am
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are they 1 year “after” ?
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Richy 7/2/2022 2:05am
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PTshox wrote:
If I was a decision maker at Yamaha... I'd stop with the games and get the info out ASAP. This is what we have been working...
If I was a decision maker at Yamaha... I'd stop with the games and get the info out ASAP. This is what we have been working on and have.... XYZ... etc

The "games" don't help..... best to just be forthright. )
Agreed, you'd figure even just a "leaked" (by Yamaha, on purpose) spy shot or render of some description would do wonders for people's interest, before they just run out and buy a Honda or Kawi instead.
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tmauto769 7/2/2022 5:04am
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Keefer says it will be late this year. What is point not telling release date for Yamaha? This years models are sold out and dealers cant...
Keefer says it will be late this year. What is point not telling release date for Yamaha? This years models are sold out and dealers cant get new ones(or current ones).. just cant understand how it will make Yamaha look better just not telling people when we will see new bikes?
when I bought mine, there were 3 '22 yz450's sitting there. Not really much of anything else though
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Brianmc wrote:
Surprised that this has been so tight and no spy photos or leaks. Maybe its because the 2023 is only BNG??
ML512 wrote:
It's definitely all new and I've heard some riding related comments and just verbal comments on changes but they've done a very good job keeping it...
It's definitely all new and I've heard some riding related comments and just verbal comments on changes but they've done a very good job keeping it under wraps so far.
wr74 wrote:
Will the 250f be all new as well?
No, 250 won't change until 2024.
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ML512 7/2/2022 6:50am
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PTshox wrote:
If I was a decision maker at Yamaha... I'd stop with the games and get the info out ASAP. This is what we have been working...
If I was a decision maker at Yamaha... I'd stop with the games and get the info out ASAP. This is what we have been working on and have.... XYZ... etc

The "games" don't help..... best to just be forthright. )
The bike won't be available for around another 3 months it sounds like. If you announce too soon, it'll start to take more sales away from the existing model.
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ML512 wrote:
The bike won't be available for around another 3 months it sounds like. If you announce too soon, it'll start to take more sales away from...
The bike won't be available for around another 3 months it sounds like. If you announce too soon, it'll start to take more sales away from the existing model.
Don’t suppose you’ve heard anything about releasing a dual sport 450 similar to Honda’s 450L?
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ML512 wrote:
The bike won't be available for around another 3 months it sounds like. If you announce too soon, it'll start to take more sales away from...
The bike won't be available for around another 3 months it sounds like. If you announce too soon, it'll start to take more sales away from the existing model.
rf928 wrote:
Don’t suppose you’ve heard anything about releasing a dual sport 450 similar to Honda’s 450L?
That would be outstanding and well overdue!
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jonesaustin 7/2/2022 7:25am
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with all the conjecture as to how new it will be, I want to assume they wouldn't keep it under tight wraps like this unless it was truly "all new" ... which I hope means an entire chassis and a more radical look, aesthetically.
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PTshox wrote:
If I was a decision maker at Yamaha... I'd stop with the games and get the info out ASAP. This is what we have been working...
If I was a decision maker at Yamaha... I'd stop with the games and get the info out ASAP. This is what we have been working on and have.... XYZ... etc

The "games" don't help..... best to just be forthright. )
ML512 wrote:
The bike won't be available for around another 3 months it sounds like. If you announce too soon, it'll start to take more sales away from...
The bike won't be available for around another 3 months it sounds like. If you announce too soon, it'll start to take more sales away from the existing model.
Nothing like a consumer who is impatient saying they would release the info right away lol. Zero marketing strategy
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tek14 7/2/2022 2:23pm
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PTshox wrote:
If I was a decision maker at Yamaha... I'd stop with the games and get the info out ASAP. This is what we have been working...
If I was a decision maker at Yamaha... I'd stop with the games and get the info out ASAP. This is what we have been working on and have.... XYZ... etc

The "games" don't help..... best to just be forthright. )
ML512 wrote:
The bike won't be available for around another 3 months it sounds like. If you announce too soon, it'll start to take more sales away from...
The bike won't be available for around another 3 months it sounds like. If you announce too soon, it'll start to take more sales away from the existing model.
3 months more.. and Europe is running out of current model in middle of summer.
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Money 7/2/2022 2:47pm
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How has one not been spotted at the Japanese races or out some where ?
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Zycki11 7/2/2022 3:18pm
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Money wrote:
How has one not been spotted at the Japanese races or out some where ?
Because they aren’t racing it. Yamaha has a plan and we just wait for them to provide the product. After all, it is called a Yamaha. That means they can do what they feel is best for their brand and production costs etc.
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moto162 7/2/2022 3:22pm
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Money wrote:
How has one not been spotted at the Japanese races or out some where ?
Same way the 2010 engine turn around was kept tight lipped. I heard about it and saw it on accident. When these factors want to keep something quite they are more then capable of.
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murph783 7/3/2022 7:34am
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I'm with the OP. I think a 2023 YZF450 would be amazing! Lighter than a 600 and quite a bit more powerful than a YZF-R3! [img]https://www.webbikeworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/2021-Yamaha-YZF-R3-HERO.jpg[/img]...
I'm with the OP. I think a 2023 YZF450 would be amazing! Lighter than a 600 and quite a bit more powerful than a YZF-R3!


Oh, wait. You guys are talking about a YZ450F. Never mind.....
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Man if they put a 450 motor in that thing I’d buy one. Aside from being pretty gutless those things are fun
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murph783 7/3/2022 7:49am
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Motofinne wrote:
Things i would like to see: - More neutral rider triangle - Make it more nimble without sacrificing stability, not easy but should be achievable. -...
Things i would like to see:

- More neutral rider triangle
- Make it more nimble without sacrificing stability, not easy but should be achievable.
- Go to a WP style fork guard style. I hate the bolts and the placement of them on the KYB fork that is on the Yamaha.
- Powerflow kit style air filter
- Fork adjusters that doesn't require tools.
- Firmer seat and a grippier seat cover


I go to a 20mm clamp from 22mm and 143.5mm link from 142mm. Sharpens it up a hair but stays good and planted. May not be for everyone but damn is it the magic ticket for me.
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murph783 7/3/2022 7:50am
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I can’t believe how bad Yamaha is at getting bikes over here. One dealer nearby literally just had a ‘21 show up. Easily the worst of...
I can’t believe how bad Yamaha is at getting bikes over here. One dealer nearby literally just had a ‘21 show up. Easily the worst of the Japanese brands in getting product on the floor.
Ehhhh Suzuki might be worse…but it’s a tight race for last Grinning
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Joshracing 7/3/2022 10:40pm
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I have a friend who says he knows someone at the local bus stop, who heard some people talking over the back fence, that they know someone who knows someone who parked next to some bloke what was talking on his phone about the 2023 YZ450f. He said he knew nothing at this time.
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Cayden Thompson 7/3/2022 10:52pm
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Joshracing wrote:
I have a friend who says he knows someone at the local bus stop, who heard some people talking over the back fence, that they know...
I have a friend who says he knows someone at the local bus stop, who heard some people talking over the back fence, that they know someone who knows someone who parked next to some bloke what was talking on his phone about the 2023 YZ450f. He said he knew nothing at this time.
Wut?
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Joshracing 7/4/2022 1:30am
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Joshracing wrote:
I have a friend who says he knows someone at the local bus stop, who heard some people talking over the back fence, that they know...
I have a friend who says he knows someone at the local bus stop, who heard some people talking over the back fence, that they know someone who knows someone who parked next to some bloke what was talking on his phone about the 2023 YZ450f. He said he knew nothing at this time.
Cayden Thompson wrote:
Wut?
Exactly!
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