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Yamaha have unveiled details of their 2023-model YZ450F, with the brand’s popular motocross machine said to be all-new for the coming year. Due for release in December, the MY23 YZ450F features a newly developed lightweight frame, lighter and more powerful engine, and all-new bodywork as well as adjustments and improvements in many other areas.

Yamaha say the starting point for their all-new YZ450F was the rider, with changes made to their long-running 450cc MX platform designed to meet the needs and expectations of the rider first.

Those needs aren’t focussed on those at the elite level, with consideration given to riders of different skill levels before any changes were implemented.

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Although the 2023 YZ450F retains the backwards canted 450cc