Should You Get A Honda 450r or 400ex?

In this video I go through and talk about my recent experience of being able to race the honda 450r and compare it to my usual race bike, the honda 400ex. I talk about the advantages and disadvantages of both in terms of racing as well as just trail riding. You will just have to watch the video to see which one I like better. Hope you all are enjoying the content. Thanks for watching!
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[@BrandonBigB956]

The 400ex is just a great machine all around and like you stated a fast rider on a 400ex can do some damage to the 450s in a race. The 700xx is a great machine also for a trail machine its pretty hard to beat. Bought a brand new 700xx back in 2010 (left over 2008 model) and they are pretty reliable as the big bore long strong makes so much torque you aren't at 10,000 rpm all the time

[@TylerMcNabb137]

I want to ride one at some point. I’ve never ridden either of the 700cc machines from Honda or Yamaha.

[@10Jason20]

Great video, thanks! I bought a 2014 400X a year ago for trail riding. Chose this bike for the reliability factor and love it. I just put a set of 450r front shocks on it over the winter and cant wait for my first atv ride next month with my group to try them out.

[@travisbates6049]

I am 45 years old and now a retired Racer. if they were new I would pick a 1987 250X\1993 300ex. over an 450R and 400ex for just fun trail riding the 400ex had the XR 400R dirt bike Moter installed to me it was a bit heavy the 450R is a great Racer Quad but not fun for just trail riding unless you tune it like I did mine for an extra 7.000.00 I have a total 14.000.00 in mine because I was a A class racer but in this day and age the Sport quads are no more Yamaha is the only Company that sales a sport quad of any kind unless you want a 20.000.00 side by side Honda tried everything to convince me that they are worth it I said no to them they drive too much like a vehicle that defeats the purpose of the fun riding Quads. I am a gamer so I race online with real people now I have seen up to a thousand every weekend with WRC 9 rally Car racing now if I have the itch of wanting to compete but choosing between a 450R vs 400ex I would choose the 400ex it has a more overall fun factor to me. in my 278 races I raced the 250X\300ex years a total 98 races. my 1999 400ex years I race a total 0f 110 races and my 2007 450R current Quad about 20 races and about 50 motocross races on a 1993 CR 250 50 wins total and 4 championships 1992 1993 1995 and 1997 in 2017 my last year I placed 9 strait top 3 finishes in the Vet A

[@HONDACR919USA313]

But have you ever had a McRib ?

[@danilehti]

Hey! Great Sticker under the front fender!! Nice Bike, I have Ds450

[@shiftinggearsandpassingque1094]

400ex all the way man my 400 never failed me if you buy a bike buy a 400ex and if you need power I would suggest you put a 440 big bore kit with that 440 your gonna get 35-40 hp

[@cass8144]

Never had an issue with my trx450r. Have a buddy who has had 10+ 400ex’s and has had nothing but issues with them. He recently also got a trx450r and loves it over the 400

[@PotatoeJoe69]

​@@cass8144 What's he doing, buying clapped out quads that have been beat to shit? I don't know anyone who has ever had any problems with their 400

[@cass8144]

@@PotatoeJoe69 that’s pretty much what he did. I was exaggerating when I said 10+, but all the ones he had, had issues.

[@GeauxFastRacing]

Ive owned and raced both. I honestly prefer the 400, but its because of the ergonomics of it. I prefer the seating position and the way you whip it around compared to the 450 where I sit forward/high and feel like Im going to fall off the front. But Im also 6'2 250lbs so that might have something to do with it. Now i have a Raptor 700 and that thing is extremely comfortable racing for 2 hours. 450 is definitely "better" though from a racing standpoint.

[@theziptiemechanic]

So, for a little bit of mx, some xc, ripping around our property, and doing high speed wooded mountain trail riding, would you suggest the 450 or the 400

[@smr4712]

@@theziptiemechanic 400ex

[@bryantucker1270]

Both bikes are great if u take care of them they both will last most people doesn’t take care of there stuff that’s why a lot are always fixing there stuff preventative maintenance is key to taking care of ur equipment then maintaining it

[@TylerMcNabb137]

Couldn’t agree more

[@floridatrailrider305]

Nice 400ex, building a nice 07 TRX400ex can’t wait to have it back in business.

[@smr4712]

Thanks for the video my brother from another mother, love your enthusiasim, the 400ex is my fav..

[@chadscott2499]

400ex all day best wheelie machine in the world but out of all of the quads 250r

[@handsolo6241]

I ride both. I have more fun on the 400. I'm faster on the 450r. Everything just feels faster at lower speeds on the 400. It feels lighter and more flickable.

[@handsolo6241]

Also like to add big boar kits shorten crank life.

[@Jackson-ml1nj]

Both quads are awesome I own both as well and there reliable with proper maintenance the 450 is higher maintenance then the 400ex but I'd say for trail riding both are good maybe play with the gearing on the 450 to make more woods friendly, but for the guy in his back yard that wants something easy to maintain I'd go for the 400. Otherwise tho there both awesome quads.

[@Brandn43]

Young man you did an excellent job on this video! 😊

[@shaunsavage1726]

Hondas are badass. My yz never gets ridden. Always on my 80 atc185

[@peytonfullington751]

So I had a 450r a few years ago. Never been on a 400. I'm loved my 450 I loved the power and throttle response. It never got old. I'm just wondering if I were to get a 400ex this year if it would satisfy me completely or if I just need to save up longer and get a 450. I would prefer a low maintenance bike. I just don't know exactly how the stock acceleration feels

[@TylerMcNabb137]

@@peytonfullington751 the stock power of a 400 definitely can’t compare to a 450. The 400 is gonna be much less maintenance, but if you’re looking for similar power and response, you’re going to need to build the engine. The good news is even with a built engine, the 400 is still going to be more reliable than the 450.

[@Chittybang1821]

Is that bike used to be my dream bike. I had a 300 yet. I always wondered how much it's going. Powerful it was..... But nothing beat the 250R. Two stroke with a CR 250 engine swab poured out for like 3:10

[@dravinsilver1958]

Im a big 450 guy. Been on some 400s thes all feel slow and bulky after being on the 450. But also one thing i gotta say it. I wouldnt powerwash your motor. You can rip the gaskets and it will start leaking so i would just be careful

[@nicholascrown4788]

That’s smart. Never thought about that honestly, makes perfect sense. I started using just a regular garden hose and spray nozzle a while back because I would still scrub it down with a brush and soap after a power wash because it never gets the film of dirt off still. Guess I saved myself

[@cenovaparker9303]

I have a 400ex and I like it but I never ride a 450r so I can't say if it better or not

[@jehovanysmilian343]

450 is just faster and has better suspension, but I prefer my 400ex for trail riding hands down I got upgraded suspension on my 400ex and it makes it even better for the type of riding that I do ,trail riding. the reverse gear on 05 and up 400ex is definitely the biggest feature over the 450s . My next quad will definitely be a raptor 700

[@badhabitt9957]

Hey man can you make a video on how you did your hood like where you cut the light and stuff out

[@WoodysPerformance101]

Great video! Gives a good look on the topic to someone who’s on the edge of buying either one. Just curious what’s your favorite chain to run? And favorite Sprockets? I’m getting a new chain for sure and will probably just throw sprockets on at the same time

[@TylerMcNabb137]

For chains, I’ve always ran DID o-ring chains, I think it’s called the X-Ring for DID though. Sprockets I’ve always ran sunstar. I’ve never had an issue with either.

[@WoodysPerformance101]

@@TylerMcNabb137 thankyou

[@deontetanniehill3225]

@@WoodysPerformance101 boring chains aren't good for Xc or any kind of dirt,mud riding. Always go with non o-ring chain.

[@justinm6110]

i would say if your only going trails and woods go 400, if your racing and trails go 450, the 400ex isnt slow tho they will chug up anything , i have a 400ex and a kfx 450r and the kfx is alot faster but i have more fun on the 400.

[@TylerMcNabb137]

Agreed.

[@theziptiemechanic]

I have an 03 300ex and my dad has a 99 400ex. I have been looking at 450s and the kfx is nice because it has reverse and electric start, but I have heard the kfx450r's have a lot of issues, is that true?

[@MichiganQuadTrailsTales]

Great Video! I'd like the 450 for the speed and power, but I'll keep the 400's for the Reverse, we need that A lot on the Trails that we ride. what is the difference between your weight, your dads? that might be why the 450 seems harsh to you? What about Lap times between to two machines, how do they compare?

[@TylerMcNabb137]

The suspension is setup for a little heavier than my weight so that’s a little bit of it. In terms of lap times, my video where I compared these two in a direct head to head at my house track, the lap times are very similar. A couple seconds difference on a 4 minute track. Overall they are pretty close however the 450 gives a little bit of an edge with the extra power. I can ride tighter stuff better with the 400 but most of the races I go to aren’t super tight like my home track. Since the 450 can get from A to B quicker, any little bit of time I would lose in a tight section, is easily made up in the next straight/open section.

[@sandspritpark]

Xwhat about running hot since it has no water cooled radiator? What temp does. It get too?over 300 degrees?

[@justinm6110]

hey TYLER DO YOU STILL HAVE YOUR OLD 400EX A ARMS?

[@TylerMcNabb137]

I do not, sorry.

[@connersnow298]

Awesome video

[@user-hq4nd4ls9k]

Either way they need to be cr250 or cr500 engine swapped lol

[@donnyshope4219]

Where did you order the fox air shocks for the 400ex?

[@TylerMcNabb137]

I bought them used. They came off of a trx450 that had a-arms that used the same length shock as mine.

[@Timothy0430]

On 400 you put a 450 quad carb on it?? Where did you get it??

[@TylerMcNabb137]

I just bought it used from somebody selling one

[@Timothy0430]

@@TylerMcNabb137 okay what year was it?? Or does it matter! I have a 2000 400ex what year 450 carb would I need?? Thanks bro love the vids!

[@TylerMcNabb137]

@@Timothy0430 mine is an 04-05 carb or a lot of people get a 39mm FCR off of the carb YFZ’s as well.

[@markh9675]

Engine, not motor.

[@JoeMama-qx1yg]

Clean your machine every time it gets muddy. It'll last longer

[@joegiaimo7497]

Some of us understands what he means. Its o-k.

[@user-ff4iy2ni6z]

My banshee or my Yfz 450r se would torch either of those quads sorry😊

[@TylerMcNabb137]

In a drag race sure. But all it takes is a big motor to drag race, doesn’t really take any skill. I’m talking trail riding and xc racing. A banshee is pretty much useless when it comes to xc racing. A good 400ex would torch the banshee in tight trails and xc racing.