For lovers of "drifting", here is the new YZ450SM

Il Supermoto it is an off-road off-road branch that has been among the most spectacular disciplines of two wheels for some time now and Yamaha , always a great protagonist in competitions, as part of its relaunch strategy in the specialist off-road sector he could not neglect the lovers of "drifting".

For the 2012 season the The Japanese company presents the new YZ450SM, Supermotard version of the revolutionary single-cylinder cross YZ450F, made with the best components available on the market. The the heart of the new Yamaha YZ450SM my 2012 è the innovative engine with "reversed" cylinder already appreciated in the motocross circuits for its exceptional qualities in terms of performance and reliability thanks to the backwards inclined cylinder and the repositioning of various components which guarantee an unprecedented centralization of the masses which is highly appreciated in driving.

Compared to the “tessellated” version, the great explosive power that distinguishes the light and compact single-cylinder with three tuning forks remains unchanged, as well as the engine output, which will be customizable based on the type of route and driving style of each driver thanks to the use of the Power Tuner, available as an option. There final report it was on purpose modified for use on asphalt.

In order to better manage corner entry, the new Yamaha YZ450SM has STM slipper clutch, an absolute reference in the creation of this type of device, which guarantees simple drift control for the less experienced, but at the same time very precise for the fastest.

 

Radical changes instead they were carried out on the cycling department thanks to a targeted intervention on suspensions made by Andreani Group. The fork has been shortened by 30mm, Equipped with stiffer springs and left foot machined from solid with radial connection of the brake caliper, and finally revised in hydraulics. The rear mono-shock has been shortened by 10mm and revised in hydraulics, adopting a Stiffer Ohlins spring than the cross version.

 

The front braking system is also completely new. The caliper is produced by Brembo and is machined from solid CNC CNC with radial connection, just as the drive of the handlebar pump is also radial, also produced by the world's leading company in braking systems. The Braking Wave front brake disc measures 310mm in diameter and the tubing is of aeronautical type in metal braid.

 

Yamaha YZ450SM it is designed to adapt perfectly to the needs of the most extreme Supermotard use. The long motocross front fender has been replaced by an aggressive Acerbis front beak which goes well with the specific closed handguards, also made by the Bergamo manufacturer.

Valuable piece of the new Yamaha Supermotard are the tubeless wheels with special Alpina nipples set up with black Excel rims measuring 16.5″ at the front and 17″ at the rear with CHT Chiaravalli hubs in light alloy machined from solid and anodized in gold color. THE Original equipment tires are Dunlop slicks in specific compounds for Supermotard.

 

Yamaha YZ450SM my 2012 will be available starting from March at all off-road dealers in the Yamaha Motor Italia network at a cost of 10.990 euros fc, with a special promotion which will give the first 32 customers theregistration al “YAMAHA SM Cup 2012” trophy, is will be divided into six races with a rich prize pool up for grabs for the winners.

FEATURES OF THE NEW YAMAHA YZ450SM my 2012

ENGINE

Engine type: Rearward-slanted single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve

Displacement: 449,7cc

Bore x stroke: 97,0mm x 60,8mm

Compression ratio: 12,5 : 1

Maximum power: NC

Maximum torque: NC

Lubrication: Dry sump

Power supply: electronic injection

Clutch type: In oil bath, with multiple STM ANTI-SLIP discs

Ignition system: TCI

Starting system: Pedal

Always engaged transmission system, 5 gears

Final drive: Chain with 14/46 RATIO

WOOD FRAME

Frame: Aluminum double beam

Front suspension: Upside down fork with specific SM setting and fork leg with RADIAL connection

Front travel: 280mm

Steering head inclination: 26º

Trail: 117 mm

Rear suspension system: Oscillating swingarm, Monoshock with specific SM setting

Rear travel: 302mm

Front brake: Brembo Radial Master Cylinder 16 int.18, CNC Radial Caliper 30/34 WAVE Braking Disc, Ø 310 mm

Rear brake: Disc, Ø 245 mm

Front tire: 125/80-16,5″ Tubeless SLICK DUNLOP KR106 417 compound

Rear tire: 170/55-17″ Tubeless SLICK DUNLOP KR108 523 compound

DIMENSIONS

Width: 825 mm

Curb weight (including full oil and fuel tanks): 111 kg (cross version)

Fuel tank capacity: 6,2 litres

Engine oil quantity: 1,2 litres

YAMAHA SM CUP 2012 CALENDAR

– 25 March 2012 – VITERBO

– 22 April 2012 – OTTOBIANO

– 20 May 2012 – LATINA

– 17 June 2012 – BORGO TICINO

– 15 July 2012 – POMPOSA

– 23 September 2012 – CASTELLETTO DI BRANDUZZO