2009 Yamaha YFZ450R First Test Review @ATVonDemand

Uploaded July 2022 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

Our first test of the Yamaha YFZ450R from 2009. The 2009 YFZ450R was the most refined second generation 450cc race ATV to ever hit the market. We predicted that it would go on to be a shootout winner and has since gone on to win numerous pro and armature championships.

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