2019 450 Shootout - Vital MX

[@jameszhou7112]

I will always be a good old Yamaha fan. Never scams people and when something was bad on a model next year they improved it by miles. Always reliable

[@rakionoys]

@arborcidal maniac but its 2019 tho

[@TG93Handle]

What a fantastic review, the best shootout I've seen in years. A little sad Honda got knocked off first place but hey they'll be swinging next year. If you haven't noticed, you have a lot of salty KTM riders in the comments that are upset you didn't give 1st to them regardless of the bike like every other review because of weight and power.

[@tedpaszko8274]

Every one has an opinion and I like mine

[@radben951]

That's why you can read all the details in their article. If the opinion of riders in your class (size and skill) resonate with you for a given bike, you might be inclined to pick that one over then one that had the best average.

[@QuizPick123]

They can goto MXAs KTM paid shootouts lol 👍🏼

[@JDRTRM]

Yamaha # 1 . Not just in dirt , but on water and snowmobiles too !

[@kdcustoms1272]

on the road to, the R1 is a freaking beast!

[@JDRTRM]

KD Customs Yes how could I forget !😮 and boats and home stereo and band equipment.they also make great car engines too. Lexus LFA has a Yamaha engine .

[@kdcustoms1272]

never knew yamaha made car engines, awesome.

[@JDRTRM]

KD Customs . Not for the mass . Used to make the Ford SHO Taurus engine in the 90’s Race F-1 engines a while back . And of course outboard engines . New 400hp

[@kdcustoms1272]

yeah i been reading a bit about Yamaha car motors, thanks.

[@Mcharys1000]

i've been a honda rider since 2008 love to see that there are still good!

[@onthebackwheel5033]

For us mortals we ain't gonna no the difference.. just depends what colour you like lol

[@devinwillard6747]

LMAO!!! I like yellow... I'm going with Suzuki!!!

[@stanfordaquino553]

True shit brother!! Lmao

[@stanfordaquino553]

Devin Willard #teamyellow!⚡️ i got a rmz-450

[@codprocamp4690]

I'm getting my new CRF 450R next week. I haven't rode dirtbikes in 16 years but I think it's going to be like the good old days all over again and alot better.

[@MXvsATV144]

Very true!!! Most riders couldn't even use a decade old 2008 bike to its stock potential. Lol anything made today is above and beyond the skill level of atleast half the riders. Pretty go for color, bike feel/comfort. Some bikes seem to sit lower in rear, while others don't, some have different feeling seats, peg positions the feel of a shock/fork but they all can make you a Professional rider.

[@AverageVetRider]

I always love your videos. The most important thing is that your unbiased. Which is nice because there is a couple magazine KZbin channels out there that are completely unquestionably biased. Great job!

I went from the Honda 450 RX to a Yamaha 450 FX and was blown away with how much difference their was between my Honda and Yamaha, The Yamaha is amazing specially with the torquey map down loaded for free from Yamaha, This bike is a rocket and it corners great, if your looking for a new bike the Yamaha won't let you down, I kid you not!

[@robertbelknap]

WELLIBEDAMN, saw your reply, I live out in the SoCal desert. We have wide open riding out my backdoor. looked at the honda because of the stronger motor for gearing it up, but the yzf450fx has wide ratio gears, does the fx have a map that gives it more of the higher hp, and harder hit like the yzf450f model. how strong is the motor with the more aggressive map. and what is the top speed on the fx. Thanks

[@MrHammGutsnGlory]

I have the 450rx too.I’ve ridden it twice and it dies at low to zero rpms as I’m coming to a sharp turn or just completing the trim and dies as I give the gas. Did you have that problem too?

[@cliffordjohnquina138]

That's why i love honda crf450..😍😍

[@QuizPick123]

Unbiased shootout results. This is why y’all have the best shootouts. Keep doin ya thing 🤙🏼

[@jackadactyl5590]

Finally!!!!! An unbiased shoot out!

[@DIWGARAG3]

Jackadactyl does unbiased mean ktm comes last and Yamaha comes first? Just curious

[@collinfloyd4585]

Snappy Y KTM didn’t come last Suzuki did KTM came in 5th

[@jackadactyl5590]

Snappy Y no unbiased means that they put the better bikes higher, the ones that have had the big updates like the kx450 which is the lightest bike in the class and is just built better than say KTM, don’t get me wrong, Ktm make good bikes, so do every brand.

[@WilliamStewart1]

@@jackadactyl5590 The KX isn't the lightest though, the KTM is the lightest bike.

[@jackadactyl5590]

William Stewart actually when Ktm weigh their bikes, they do it without oil,coolant or fuel so they claim they are the “lightest” whereas say Kawasaki weigh their bikes with all fluids and they still just weigh lighter than the Ktm

[@codyestes432]

KTM in 5th is a shocker!!

[@pauldayton5285]

I'm glad I bought the 2017 model...

[@andreasstefanou5898]

All bikes are very close. Ktm is still the only bike with air forks. The rest bikes have much better suspension I guess this cost them a lot.

[@Womb2DaTomb]

andreas stefanou yep and they're all e-start and getting lighter. The pumpkins don't have as much leverage anymore

[@johnsonjohnson8133]

Not really but ya

[@adrianfumi]

I agree...

[@adrianfumi]

Yamaha baby! I was already going to upgrade my current Yamaha dirt bike with the YZ450, but you made that decision even more sweeter! Thanks guys for all your hard work on each and everyone of the bikes. They're all kick ass in their own way...

[@happyman8488]

Happy owner of a 2019 yz 450. 24 hours on mine with zero problems.

[@MrRobabam]

Albie Nel lier

[@happyman8488]

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[@happyman8488]

Pedro Gomes You the f..... oracle or what?

[@TG93Handle]

Aaron Rembert you can put 20 hours on in a week man not that hard

[@happyman8488]

Aaron Rembert I am the first buyer in Sa. Have mine 7 weeks already. Know your facts before accusing

[@merrillschannel]

Just rode a 300 husqvarna 2 stroke. Most amazing bike I have ever been on.

[@TyTango]

So happy to see Yamaha back on top! BLUCRU for life!

[@OTCRock4one]

Always been a Yamaha man, love that suspension!

[@jmicm13]

Absolutely excellent overview of all the bikes. I love the details you listed as to why each bike does each thing.

[@wyattwoodard4426]

Yamaha for life

[@adrianfumi]

Hell yeah!!!

[@mtbridingog9083]

Yahamas suck 😂😂

[@adrianfumi]

What the hell's a Yahamas?! I have to agree with you! I've never heard of one!

[@hencetirta7633]

Kawaski . Number 2 after husky . Power ..

[@kordwilkinson]

Yamaha is literally the best

[@christophervillarreal8565]

The first real review about time someone called out ktms bullshit...

[@caidenridgway5539]

Christopher Villarreal agreed

[@pauldayton5285]

Christopher Villarreal it's bullshit ? Lol 👌 KTM still has the best technology & components. Lightest 450 with the most horsepower too. Air forks are the future. Just look at mountain bike's ..... A few more yrs and spring forks will be obsolete.

[@Quertreiber199]

I dont think so, all japanese brands are back on spring forks and a lot of ktm guys switch to spring forks too. Maybe it works for a mtb but i hope this will not be in mx in the future. I hated it, never works as good as a spring fork.

[@TG93Handle]

paul dayton is that why the Yamaha forks are regarded as the best stock forks? Is that why almost all AMA pros run springs? Is that why KTM constantly gets bashed on their suspension?

[@skylerhealyvlogs9642]

paul dayton not true, Yamaha has better suspension, better reliability, and overall its better. Ktm and Husky are to overpriced, and they are way to overhyped.

[@vitalmx]

Our full shootout, with all our rider's individual opinions is available here: www.vitalmx.com/features/2019-Vital-MX-450-Shootout,6162

[@TheWelfareGod]

I’ve always wanted a yz450f and it seems like a pretty sweet bike performance wise. Even my 98 yz250 is a reliable and powerful bike for its age. Plain and simple, Yamaha is frickin’ awesome!

[@travisswiger924]

Holy crap ktm and husky close to last?! Thays awesome glad to see the competition has stepped up

[@stevewilliams1797]

Can't wait for the 250 shootout!

[@twowheelthrottle4715]

Finally the KX has stepped up its game!!!!! Way to go Kawasaki! also a great video

[@happygnomev2576]

Honda and Yamaha will always be my favourites, always.

[@819jt]

Thanks for posting early in the season. Unanimously appreciated! Great work!

[@jeanplug298]

Yes Yamaha and Kawi are the best YESSSSSSSS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@sambegbie2494]

Michael Montana for ones Kawasaki is in a good place ah

[@thisseagamer8165]

But Honda's better.

[@doomslayer4209]

@@thisseagamer8165 I agree honda is best

[@thisseagamer8165]

patajos yeah all of my hondas never break down.

[@doomslayer4209]

@@thisseagamer8165 which honda u got?

[@CycleCruza]

YAMAHA RULES! I have a 2019 YZ450FX based on the 19 YZ450F, this soma b RIPS in sumo trim!!!!

[@borntwice4724]

CycleCruza me too, yz for life.

[@chrisitanerickson8790]

Nah kx way better

[@stevestiffler9120]

I rode that bike once. Movuka was one fast SOB. Pulled 3rd gear thru the deep ruts better than my KTm350sxf.

[@toddrobison8929]

Might go pick up the new Yamaha. Have an 18 honda. Grew up in blue. Miss my Yamaha days. One of the most bulletproof bikes I've ridden

[@Boots67]

Got a 2018 CRF450 and a 2008 CRF450 in the stables....the 08 has a pumped up motor, and suspension. Love that ol 08’.

[@MrHammGutsnGlory]

Travis Ethan I have the 450rx too.I’ve ridden it twice and it dies at low to zero rpms as I’m coming to a sharp turn or just completing the trim and dies as I give the gas. Do you have that problem too?

[@shad3128]

Always been a kawi and yama fan. Can't go wrong. Excellent video!!

[@mildaudiophile3879]

Good job on the shootout it felt honest,true, and unbiased

[@spockneleon9095]

Honda 450R for LIFE The best bike that you can buy, low price, high quality, awesome stock muffler sound and just a so high rev. limiter

[@xafbxmoto269]

They're all overheating too and people are selling them hahaha

[@andreasstefanou5898]

Great review guys. Thanks for the video. I was very curious about the result this year because i was expecting Yamaha and Kawasaki to be on the podium. Honda has a very solid bike with a lot of upgrades for 2019 so does ktm. I guess it was a pretty hard decision for test rides. Bravo guys. Thanks for the amazing work

[@Fuck_lames]

Think ima go with a Honda crf450r coming from riding a Suzuki ltr450 Honda just takes beatings and the best bike for Baja 💯

[@clarky1892]

Yamaha#forlife

[@danielcurtiss7891]

Lmao sounds like a bunch of guys in the comment section have had their feelings hurt by a KTM on the track 😂😂😂 guess there is a fan boy section for hating on KTM

[@etaunknown4024]

In my experience, we dont hate on the bike nearly as much as we do the jagovs that ride a ktm lol. The bike is great, the jockey, not so much. 😈

[@M4A3]

Hell, I'm a Suzuki guy, but I'm not taking a ride in a "Wahhmbulance" just because someone gave honest reviews.

[@slickstrings]

The only real problem i have with ktm is they buy ownerahip of their competitors, then gradually phase them down or handicap them to make sure ktm remains the dominant brand. Maybe im wrong but thats the way it seems.

[@philthyco1]

Yamaha and Kawasaki are the only brands I've ever owned on and off road.. Beside my trusty 84' CR250R

[@harryscrotum007]

Honda has always had the best fit and finish. Always look amazing.

[@MrHammGutsnGlory]

Freedom Of Speech I have the 450rx too.I’ve ridden it twice and it dies at low to zero rpms as I’m coming to a sharp turn or just completing the trim and dies as I give the gas. Do you have that problem too?

[@spookydog9163]

I mean I would be so happy for just one of these bikes. A brand new bike? That’s like a dream. And really unless you’re a pro rider most of this stuff is really not that noticeable. Even then it’s the rider not the bike.

[@ChrisSmoove77]

Each bike feels different. Find the feel you’re comfortable with. Being comfortable with any bike will make you faster

[@moto6153]

Great Big Mouth 137 Just getting your suspension set to your weight and preference is a game changer. Anyone on any level of riding or racing would notice the difference immediately. And the chassis improvements that are made each year are noticeably different as well. The way the bike handles can be influenced greatly by the way you set up your bike, and that’s on any level from amateurs to pros.

[@devinwillard6747]

Agreed. I just want a bike. Doesn't have to be new. I'd be so happy with like a 2006 or even a little older. I use to ride when I was like 16-19 had a 2003 RM125. But I'd really love to have a four stroke. I know they cost more money to maintain. But for me they are so much easier to ride. Like I remember when I had my 125.. I would use sooo much energy to try to go fast. Then I'd hop on my buddies crf250 and I could go just as fast... But would use way less energy!

[@jimmynolte1493]

Great Big Mouth 137 I bought the Yamaha 450 yesterday it’s great

[@ZmannR2]

Damn Yamaha made themselves a fantastic bike!!! That white version is my absolute dream bike

[@K-Slice28]

I enjoyed and agree where every bike placed in the shootout great video!

[@kane401nz5]

Kawasaki for life🤟🏽🔥

[@User37621]

That white YAMAHA 🔥🔥🔥

[@extrastype]

I'll take any one of them. Always liked the Honda build quality. no one builds a bad bike now.

[@Mxrider92i]

Great shoutout thanks guys !

[@fishingwithmoses8298]

Was always getting the Yamaha even after the past shootouts thru out years

[@snkneo-geo933]

People are very lucky to be able to own one of those bikes!

[@ridazach53]

I just picked up a brand new rmz450 ! This is nothing i would notice lol i may just have to dial in the suspension .but as far as power goes it should be fine for my weekly trail rides! Im comming from a 06 yz450f that i loved

[@Womb2DaTomb]

How the Kawi didn't win is beyond me that bike is a home run.

[@Blueovalnation]

Casey Lee I agree 100%

[@vitalmx]

It was super close, it's a first year bike with an amazing amount of good updates but there are a few small things we think that can nail that would put it right there. As you can see by the scores, it was so close with the top three.

[@vitalmx]

We can bet another outlet will pick the Yamaha for the win and we bet a group will pick the Kawasaki as well. It's close, both are good but we had a little better rounded experience with the Yamaha. In 2017, Honda got third for us with an all-new bike and dialed it in just right to win in 18, for 2018 the Yamaha just missed the podium with an all-new bike but addressed the media complaints to a T for 2019 and snagged the win. Kawasaki gets a close second with a new bike in 19...if they hit those small refinements we think they can pick up a win in 2020. While an all-new bike is damn exciting, there's always the little things that ended up really being cleaned up the following year that rounds out the experience.

[@Womb2DaTomb]

Vital MX thanks for the reply! I'll give your more in depth text review a read later, appreciate the effort you put into these love Vital MX. Cheers.

[@Blueovalnation]

Vital MX I agree with you guys there. Either way honestly the yami and kawi are both my favorites for 19. Id go with either one of them, which ever one goves me the best OTD price, im taking ! Lol

[@harrykrishnapaulaugust9320]

From now on you should put price of the bike up

[@52foreman52]

My faith in Yamaha after what I've gone through with my 18 YZ450F has gone out the window. One expensive bike to maintain. Hopefully they fixed the first year model issues. I've had 7 brand new Yamaha's and this is my last one. Great shootout video!

[@motocrisis]

What issues did you have? Curious because I'm debating the 19...

[@happyman8488]

Dane Pescaia Buy the 2019. I have one with zero issues. Great bike.

[@52foreman52]

Dane Pescaia I’m on the third starter clutch $600 a piece, my second motor when the original went at 6hrs, and I’ve had to shim the intake valves with under 30 hours. Along with a bunch of other problems not necessarily Yamaha’s fault but added to the fire. I will never buy another one again.

[@mitchjones55]

I have an 18. 70 hours on it and the bottom end went out. Sucks because I have never had problems with Yamaha and always tell guys to get them because they are reliable. Debating getting a KTM for my next bike just for something completely different

[@nickdudle5854]

They should all start making 500 two strokes

[@pattyleabo426]

Hell yeah haha

[@M4A3]

Yessss! I loved the sound of the old YZ490. Sounded like a cam'd up prostreet engine at idle.

[@joeypitch576]

canuckguy worried my cousin just bought a 1984 cr500 a few months back and I almost shit myself riding it lmao

[@joeypitch576]

canuckguy worried how old were you when you raced?

[@joeypitch576]

canuckguy worried yeah I’m only 14 right now and the biggest bike I’ve ridden before the 500 was a 250 2 stroke

[@knk7289]

#teamyamahaforever! Go Yamaha😈🔥

[@jamesrobert7155]

Getting the Honda 450 Works bike in September, that's as soon as they can get it in, here in Tn. It'll be my 1st brand new bike, since I got a 1989 kx 80 for my birthday.

[@AlapahaBulldogs]

Kawi is back! Best bike of the bunch IMO!

[@Davido50]

All the bikes are excellent in other words.

[@taylor101alexander5]

How did Honda not win.. There insane, I have always been a ktm/ husky guy but I love the new Honda's

[@vitalmx]

motolife 2 strokes Honda won in 2018 and tied this year. The top three bikes were so close in results.

[@taylor101alexander5]

Vital MX I know but just surprised, also keep up the good work love your shoot outs.

[@xafbxmoto269]

New hondas overheat

[@MrHammGutsnGlory]

Taylor101 Alexander I have the 450rx too.I’ve ridden it twice and it dies at low to zero rpms as I’m coming to a sharp turn or just completing the trim and dies as I give the gas. Do you have that problem too?

[@dexterjohndavealo5011]

KAWASAKI is the fastest and always be the champion..👌👌

[@Fuck_lames]

John Alo yeah right 😂

[@MBF120]

For those of you who think the best bike will be your favourite, you're wrong. It's personal preferance

[@CesarFlores-ge5ix]

Thank you

[@grecoconduris6716]

Very interesting result. Definitely not saying it’s wrong, who am I to say?, but it’s a surprise considering the following: *feedback on the ktm factory and husky rockstar was that they were a better than the normal 18s and the 19s are meant to incorporate all/most of those changes and 18s were at the front of the pack. *feedback on the Yammy in other publications is that the small tweaks have made a big difference in the right direction, but it’s still flawed bike. I wasn’t sure where the KX would end up as it was all new. But the CR wasn’t a surprise it was up the front.

[@shooter7a]

All these bikes are phenomenal. I was going to go Red, but a friend of a friend has had a TON of reliability issues with his 2018. So I am going Blue....

[@pdbordelon]

Im shocked! ...but glad to see Yamaha on top!

[@dragst4683]

Yamaha for the win!

[@dustymorris9191]

Can the average ridder really ride these bikes to there full potential? the answer is no just go to your local track and see for yourself! pick a color or the brand you have been loyal to and you will be fine. But I am impressed that in this shootout that they said that the Yamaha was the easiest bike to set up for all riders( motor and suspension)! lets be real here if your not getting paid a 6 digit figure to race the nationals you better buy the bike that does the most for you! Hats off to Yamaha this year for taking care of there customers with the best value on the market!!!!!

[@Mrfurballs]

me going back in time ….. in year 2021 the Kx 450 got first place 💚💪🏼💚

[@Hermelin.G1]

I‘d go with suzuki😊😍❤️

[@RyanWilson876]

Team Yellow because I want a Kickstarter 🕺

[@dc_5sauce]

Mind blown with these results.

[@abdoukit4547]

im fans of suzuki but ik the yz is the best dirt bike for many years

[@parkerhammond3258]

Yamaha for the win🇺🇸

[@OrganikSecrets]

That white Yamaha is sick nasty!

[@Olliedowling]

Imagine being the guy that walked into the shop a asked to buy every 2019 450 🥶

[@doomslayer4209]

Ktm is like a Ducati to the sportbike world

[@luffyonepiece7967]

i'll love kawasaki on top of the list

[@shaun7126]

Still getting the KX

[@Onedayilbeok]

And a ZX10R!!

[@charlesdundych1595]

yup

[@jase1911]

Onedayilbeok ZX14R SE

[@alloutkx450]

Kx and GSXR 1000

[@pdbordelon]

I gotta say the KX is my favorite too...its funny how certain bikes strike a chord!

[@jhonpatricklumahang4673]

CRF is the beast 😎😎😎

[@haydenbriggs]

I have a 2003 Yamaha YZ250F. That bike has been absolutely beaten on. Hasn't had the oil changes in God knows how long. Air filter, rear and front suspension needs rebuilding. Yet somehow it continues to start, alittle harder to get running now, and still rides... well not good but it still keeps going. I'm gonna be putting alot of money into it soon to get to looking and performing better than new. Yamaha for life, because it'll probably outlive me and I'm only 21 😂

[@TeamHMhonda]

Honda Performance First ✊✊

[@MrHammGutsnGlory]

I have the 450rx too.I’ve ridden it twice and it dies at low to zero rpms as I’m coming to a sharp turn or just completing the trim and dies as I give the gas. Do you have that problem too?

[@caydenthompson126]

It'll be really interesting to see what MXA says about the shootouts. I appreciate other outlets' feedback but MXA races and tests the bikes for awhile until publishing conclusions...

[@andreasstefanou5898]

Cayden Thompson i watch MXA also but i am a little disappointed with their shootouts and their reviews lately. My favorite are Vital mx and kriskeeferinc by far

[@christopheralamangos2638]

MXA race the bikes all year with all levels of riders. Abuse them thrush them . A True test , just saying .

[@caydenthompson126]

Christopher Alamangos yeah out of all of the magazine outlets I believe them. They are the best in my opinion, always give the cold hard truth

[@andreasstefanou5898]

Christopher Alamangos You don't have to test the bike a whole year to have conclusions If you spend a whole week on a bike you can understand what you like and what you don't. The most 2019 models were available for test riding for more than a month. The test riders where already familiar with all the new bikes

[@user-sp8eb6iz7f]

motocrossactionmag.com/2019-mxa-450-four-stroke-shootout-video/

[@miloraca]

Suzuki for life!

[@tylersoria5962]

I still love Suzuki

[@stevodakine1]

Let the good times roll!

[@rogergauthier2769]

But besides that yamaha is the best as far as motor , power to weight ratio , just for me the handleing is sketchy , they stick but just can't trust it with my soul , definatly the best suspension on the floor and unlike kawi ur chain guide dosnt wear off in 5 hours

[@markcabayao9188]

No matter what brand is, still will depend on the rider.

[@tylerschmerfeld9921]

Rock on Yami

[@goldandcrystallcollector3151]

All Bikes Are Great. But i Liked KTM

[@patshore8448]

Honda is still the only bike that comes with wings 🤘

[@MrHammGutsnGlory]

Pat Shore I have the 450rx too.I’ve ridden it twice and it dies at low to zero rpms as I’m coming to a sharp turn or just completing the trim and dies as I give the gas. Do you have that problem too?

[@stoffel7763]

Thats a wake up call for ktm......i cant believe this. But yeah love the yammaha

[@devinwillard6747]

Dang Yamaha killed it this year.. 250 and 450 won the shootout.

[@gynn4622]

The main thing I dont like about vital shootouts are they don't put many hours on the bike. I know that other shootouts I've seen on the 2018 had 50hrs on the bike.

[@bophillips72]

Yamaha!BOO!!!!! I want KTM 450!

[@javir8508]

Maybe im the only suzuki fan

[@Hugo-py2ce]

Yamaha!✊

[@dustinstokes1090]

I’m a fan of Yamaha but that 2019 kx450f is no joke it should have came in first

[@Xstreamaudio]

I will take any one of theses machines. ..

[@jerryevans6424]

Kawasaki KX450 is the best, proven by Eli Tomac

[@randytidwell5836]

During shootouts there need to be another category you grade the bikes on. The race category. Thank the best setting for each Rider of each bike and do lap times to see if maybe a #3 or 4 turns faster lap times even if the rider may not have liked it that much.

[@venomouscustoms9531]

Kinda weird how the Suzuki reviews are bad when I rode the yz and crf and they really aren't what you make them out to be they are nice but the rmz is instant power right at the snap of the throttle and is just smooth at the same time and on the track it is just balance and doesn't make you feel like it's going to go over or backwards it's a good bike to those out there looking at 450's

[@itzabbe5817]

I like Honda and Yamaha dirtbikes the most