2023 Yamaha YZ450F Reviews

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GrapeApe 10/25/2022 7:59am
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Sandusky26 wrote:
I'm not even joking. Let's find a way to make this happen. I used to lay an MXA magazine in my English book and read the...
I'm not even joking. Let's find a way to make this happen.

I used to lay an MXA magazine in my English book and read the bike test's 20 times.
ML512 wrote:
I never invite first time testers for a Shootout. But maybe we could figure out how to get you in one in the future after we...
I never invite first time testers for a Shootout. But maybe we could figure out how to get you in one in the future after we do something in between to decide if it's even a good idea or not. Laughing

Play your cards right and the Vital offices could end up with a new American made stairway hand rail
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Sandusky26 wrote:
I'm not even joking. Let's find a way to make this happen. I used to lay an MXA magazine in my English book and read the...
I'm not even joking. Let's find a way to make this happen.

I used to lay an MXA magazine in my English book and read the bike test's 20 times.
ML512 wrote:
I never invite first time testers for a Shootout. But maybe we could figure out how to get you in one in the future after we...
I never invite first time testers for a Shootout. But maybe we could figure out how to get you in one in the future after we do something in between to decide if it's even a good idea or not. Laughing

That would be a dream come true, I'm down for anything, just let me know.

Thankyou.
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ML512 10/25/2022 8:03am
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Yz229 wrote:
This is really tempting me to put my 2020 YZ450F for sale. Must resist
Do it.
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Sandusky26 wrote:
I'm not even joking. Let's find a way to make this happen. I used to lay an MXA magazine in my English book and read the...
I'm not even joking. Let's find a way to make this happen.

I used to lay an MXA magazine in my English book and read the bike test's 20 times.
ML512 wrote:
I never invite first time testers for a Shootout. But maybe we could figure out how to get you in one in the future after we...
I never invite first time testers for a Shootout. But maybe we could figure out how to get you in one in the future after we do something in between to decide if it's even a good idea or not. Laughing

Sandusky26 wrote:
That would be a dream come true, I'm down for anything, just let me know.

Thankyou.
Shit happens when you party naked. Am I right? Lol
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Moto520 10/25/2022 8:11am
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great....now i will spend the next 3-5 months going back and forth on buying one.....
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Sandusky26 10/25/2022 8:36am
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GrapeApe wrote:
Play your cards right and the Vital offices could end up with a new American made stairway hand rail

I'm hoping the experts chime in and help me out.
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New bigger intake valves are from YZ250f?
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ML512 10/25/2022 11:37am
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ML512 wrote:
Would you try one over your RMarmy?
Sandusky26 wrote:
Let me in the 450 shootout, I've never been to California and I'll pay my own way.
fourfourone wrote:
We all know you would put the RMZ in first... Tongue
His scoring sheet would say

First Place - RM-Z450

Last Place - Everything else
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38special 10/25/2022 12:19pm
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Nice looking RMZ, Patrick.




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Sandusky26 10/25/2022 1:24pm
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38special wrote:
Nice looking RMZ, Patrick. [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574446/s1200_s1200_IMG_20220508_153155_7.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574447/s1200_Capture.jpg[/img]
Nice looking RMZ, Patrick.




Nothing better than a bitchin Suzuki parked in front of a Nelson Custom Home.

That bike would win the shootout for sure.
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Sandusky26 10/25/2022 1:27pm
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ML512 wrote:
His scoring sheet would say

First Place - RM-Z450

Last Place - Everything else
I’m unbiased as they come.
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cappelmans 10/25/2022 2:28pm
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jonesaustin wrote:
“Best 450 I’ve ever ridden, period”
PING
Unexpected quote considering Yamaha ad in vid
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Dirty Points 10/25/2022 3:04pm
10/25/2022 3:04pm Edited Date/Time 10/25/2022 3:14pm
jonesaustin wrote:
“Best 450 I’ve ever ridden, period”
PING
cappelmans wrote:
Unexpected quote considering Yamaha ad in vid
Are you saying this dude may not be the guy to go to for critical looks at Yamaha?











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Sandusky26 wrote:
I'm not even joking. Let's find a way to make this happen. I used to lay an MXA magazine in my English book and read the...
I'm not even joking. Let's find a way to make this happen.

I used to lay an MXA magazine in my English book and read the bike test's 20 times.
ML512 wrote:
I never invite first time testers for a Shootout. But maybe we could figure out how to get you in one in the future after we...
I never invite first time testers for a Shootout. But maybe we could figure out how to get you in one in the future after we do something in between to decide if it's even a good idea or not. Laughing

Can confirm Sandusky is a solid test rider. And herb lover.
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Phil109 10/25/2022 3:12pm
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jonesaustin wrote:
“Best 450 I’ve ever ridden, period”
PING
cappelmans wrote:
Unexpected quote considering Yamaha ad in vid
Dirty Points wrote:
Are you saying this dude may not be the guy to go to for critical looks at Yamaha? [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574461/s1200_Capture.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574462/s1200_Ping1.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574460/s1200_Ping2.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574456/s1200_Ping3.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574459/s1200_ping4.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574457/s1200_PIng5.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574458/s1200_pING6.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574463/s1200_Ping7.jpg[/img]...
Are you saying this dude may not be the guy to go to for critical looks at Yamaha?











I totally forgot bout this lol. After I watched his review I was like that’s it I’m getting it. I’ll wait a bit for some real world testing. How stupid. Laughing
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avidchimp 10/25/2022 4:33pm
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jonesaustin wrote:
“Best 450 I’ve ever ridden, period”
PING
cappelmans wrote:
Unexpected quote considering Yamaha ad in vid
Dirty Points wrote:
Are you saying this dude may not be the guy to go to for critical looks at Yamaha? [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574461/s1200_Capture.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574462/s1200_Ping1.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574460/s1200_Ping2.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574456/s1200_Ping3.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574459/s1200_ping4.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574457/s1200_PIng5.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574458/s1200_pING6.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574463/s1200_Ping7.jpg[/img]...
Are you saying this dude may not be the guy to go to for critical looks at Yamaha?











This is what happens in an incestuous situation. Sadly there isn't any money in this sport for objectivity.
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Nathaniel129 10/25/2022 4:42pm
10/25/2022 4:42pm
Magoofan wrote:
Well that's a real bummer and very disappointing to hear. Don't' know what the beef is....but for what it's worth, I think you've really taken this...
Well that's a real bummer and very disappointing to hear.

Don't' know what the beef is....but for what it's worth, I think you've really taken this place up several notches since taking the reins. I think most would agree.

I do like Ping and his content as well.







EDIT: Reins!!!




I agree, as well. I love Ping, he's always been awesome in my interactions with him, and while I tend to agree with most of his opinions/viewpoints, his complete disregard for a differing opinion has ramped up a bit unfortunately.
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Dirty Points 10/25/2022 4:46pm
10/25/2022 4:46pm Edited Date/Time 10/25/2022 4:53pm
cappelmans wrote:
Unexpected quote considering Yamaha ad in vid
Dirty Points wrote:
Are you saying this dude may not be the guy to go to for critical looks at Yamaha? [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574461/s1200_Capture.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574462/s1200_Ping1.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574460/s1200_Ping2.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574456/s1200_Ping3.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574459/s1200_ping4.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574457/s1200_PIng5.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574458/s1200_pING6.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574463/s1200_Ping7.jpg[/img]...
Are you saying this dude may not be the guy to go to for critical looks at Yamaha?











avidchimp wrote:
This is what happens in an incestuous situation. Sadly there isn't any money in this sport for objectivity.
Meh. Compensated promoters are commonplace in all media for all products across all segments.

Buyer pay fuckin' attention.
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Dirty Points wrote:
Are you saying this dude may not be the guy to go to for critical looks at Yamaha? [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574461/s1200_Capture.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574462/s1200_Ping1.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574460/s1200_Ping2.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574456/s1200_Ping3.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574459/s1200_ping4.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574457/s1200_PIng5.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574458/s1200_pING6.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2022/10/25/574463/s1200_Ping7.jpg[/img]...
Are you saying this dude may not be the guy to go to for critical looks at Yamaha?











avidchimp wrote:
This is what happens in an incestuous situation. Sadly there isn't any money in this sport for objectivity.
Dirty Points wrote:
Meh. Compensated promoters are commonplace in all media for all products across all segments.

Buyer pay fuckin' attention.
They are, and buyer better pay attention. BTW, not a knock on the new Yammer Haw, by all accounts it seems like an amazing machine.
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Donk122 10/25/2022 5:04pm
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I have no idea what Ping said, or anyone that rode the bike at the Goat Farm. But I rode our team race bike '22 450, back to back with the '23 450 at a very familiar track, and, in my opinion, hands down the 23 is a better motorcycle. 2 polar opposites, couldn't feel like 2 different bikes any more than they did. I was super impressed, it was a lot of fun in stock trim, I can't wait to start testing with them
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Didn’t Tomac want to ride it at MXON? Maybe that says something about the new machine. I really liked the 20 I had but unfortunately I suffer from arm pump pretty bad so I sold it. Went with Kawi since they have a tamer motor. I thought the Yamaha was a great bike but it was super connected to the ground and stupid fast. Not the best combo when your throttle hand won’t work. I hope to 23 is more linear than the previous generation. I’d love to try another
Dirty Points 10/25/2022 5:45pm
10/25/2022 5:45pm Edited Date/Time 10/26/2022 9:42am
Donk122 wrote:
I have no idea what Ping said, or anyone that rode the bike at the Goat Farm. But I rode our team race bike '22 450...
I have no idea what Ping said, or anyone that rode the bike at the Goat Farm. But I rode our team race bike '22 450, back to back with the '23 450 at a very familiar track, and, in my opinion, hands down the 23 is a better motorcycle. 2 polar opposites, couldn't feel like 2 different bikes any more than they did. I was super impressed, it was a lot of fun in stock trim, I can't wait to start testing with them
He said it is hands down a similar motorcycle. 2 Non-polar companions, couldn't feel like 2 of the same bikes any more than they did. He was not super impressed. No fun in stock trim, and would patiently wait to start testing them.
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Meister wrote:
Compare to Honda? Im just always apprehensive to completely buy into something based off paid media guys first videos.. not that I don't trust them, but...
Compare to Honda?

Im just always apprehensive to completely buy into something based off paid media guys first videos.. not that I don't trust them, but money talks. Maybe not direct pay from them, but....

I bought my 21 WE early without much input other than everyone loved ergos n mapping sucked. It's been great so far but the new blue has my eye.

ML512 wrote:
I'll play the old "I'd give you a better answer once I ride it on a track I've spent time on" But I'd spend my own...
I'll play the old "I'd give you a better answer once I ride it on a track I've spent time on"

But I'd spend my own money on it no problem.
Sandusky26 wrote:
Thank you. I kinda hate when a new bike come out, gets ridden on one track grommed to perfection and guys want to say it’s the...
Thank you. I kinda hate when a new bike come out, gets ridden on one track grommed to perfection and guys want to say it’s the best bike ever.

Not a Ping hater, but ride the bike some more before it’s the greatest bike ever.

I remember reading the first reviews for the 2010 YZ450.
I agree and that thing was a pile of shit . Right up there with the 97 cr250.
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LouisianaMotocross 10/25/2022 7:52pm
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So am I the only one who thinks opinions might be skewed based off the fact yamaha invited these guys to ride? You don’t cut the hand that feeds you so to speak. Would probably not be invited back if you bashed the bike right after they invite you to ride it. Maybe I’m looking into it to much.
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lostboy819 10/25/2022 8:02pm
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ML512 wrote:
I'll play the old "I'd give you a better answer once I ride it on a track I've spent time on" But I'd spend my own...
I'll play the old "I'd give you a better answer once I ride it on a track I've spent time on"

But I'd spend my own money on it no problem.
Sandusky26 wrote:
Thank you. I kinda hate when a new bike come out, gets ridden on one track grommed to perfection and guys want to say it’s the...
Thank you. I kinda hate when a new bike come out, gets ridden on one track grommed to perfection and guys want to say it’s the best bike ever.

Not a Ping hater, but ride the bike some more before it’s the greatest bike ever.

I remember reading the first reviews for the 2010 YZ450.
MX558 wrote:
I agree and that thing was a pile of shit . Right up there with the 97 cr250.
The Cannondale was bike of the year at some mags. Whistling
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