Yamaha WR450f, what I really think after 7 months! - Honest Review

[@theguy3073]

Im 19 and from australia, got a 2003 wr450 3 months ago, i got my bike license on it the other day so now i can ride it to the trails, mc parks and all that, super capable bike. Is a beaut on road with motard wheels too! favourite bike ive ever owned hands down

[@scottboothroyd3118]

I bought the 2019 WR450 about a month ago. I got a great deal because it was a leftover. I was actually scared about the power it would have but figured I'd just get used to it... but actually I was so pissed when I first rode it! I could barely pull up the front wheel to get me over obstacles... I found this video and your other free mod video. I followed exactly what you did, including the FMF full system. I was so relieved! This bike was so restricted... but it's just crazy now!... This bike is so versatile. If you're a beginner its perfectly melow, and if you're an expert you can get all the power you could ever want! The map switch is such a great option too!! I've used it quite a bit to tame it down through some technical sections. I am so happy with my purchase! Thank you for your review! Well done!

[@dirtniron]

thanks Scott, glad you like it. enjoy your wr!

[@mouseymcnabb4783]

Yamaha shud give ya that bike you got me sold on one lol best review of any bike I've seen ! Very detailed from stock to mods ! Great job!

[@dirtniron]

exactly! ;)

[@motomatt6752]

I’ve had the 2018 Wr450 as a vet rider this is the bike to have some Moto some trails it’s the best of both worlds The mods definitely make all the difference with this bike I have been very happy with my Yamaha

[@dirtniron]

Couldn't agree more! Thanks for sharing

[@nianragley9467]

I got a 2006 WR450F and I love it. I did a JD Jetting kit, and just replaced the air filter and finally got the carb dialed in and this bike is absolutely amazing. It does well and low speeds, but always ready to jump up to 60mph in the flick of a wrist literally.

[@dirtniron]

i used to have 2004, such a great bikes!

[@fathersun6238]

True 👍 best of this category bad heavy & ofcourse take out the motart version / aluminum/CRF/KXF: All trash 🗑 😀

[@Martin-j2d8n]

A breath of fresh air to get a decent , I believe honest, and comprehensive review. Thank you.

[@da7062]

I bought a 2007 this spring and put 60 hours on it this summer. Best bike I've ever had and I've had a lot. Best power to weight ratio and good suspension. That's all I need. Bike had 300 hours on it when I bought it for $2100 - street legal too! Still runs very strong and quiet motor. Seems to have full compression. Will ride this and eventually upgrade to a newer year model. Wheelies on command without wheel slippage in the dirt (that's one of the biggest benefits over heaver bikes I have had like DR650)

[@dirtniron]

thanks for sharing, great bikes for sure!

[@da7062]

@LORD ROFFSHIELD got lucky, it was street legal too and had zero issues

[@da7062]

Felt kinda bad selling it for more...

[@brandonblakely6461]

your smile when you twist the throttle after the exhaust and ecm mod says it all, people who don't ride bikes could never understand

[@dirtniron]

Haha, you are exactly right 👍👍 thanks Brandon!

[@mackeymichael]

Mate, the sound the intake makes when you twist the throttle and getting exhaust noise at the same time makes the bike feel exciting to ride. On my WR250F the sound is addictive love it.

[@dirtniron]

Totally agree Michael!

[@phillipharmon2855]

I ride an 03 WR450F, and I agree with him. The suspension is great, the power is awesome and manageable. I have FMF exhaust and done mostly free mods, it is a wonderful bike. I would like to up grade to a newer WR with fuel injection, but this one is still running great. You don't see very many used for sale for a reason.

[@dirtniron]

thanks for sharing Philip, I used to have 04 wr450 and it was a beast with all the mods

[@MRJRKAM]

Victoria Australia: Thanks for your review, accurate too... and not just because i have a 2017 WR450F, there's plenty of awesome bikes now. Agree, after the air intake restriction removed, the air intake induction sound is awesome and along with the removal of the exhaust restrictor the power increase is noticeable. There is also a phone app for the newer 450's that gives access to ECU power maps/settings, i didn't bother as the bike as tons of power for me at 80kg (176Lb), and the 48mm KYB suspension 12inch travel is awesome ....however... the plastic free piston/compression piston top of fork is prone to cracking after SUBSTANTIAL suspension abuse, i changed my over to an alloy ZETA brand that has slots on its sides that give a more progressive compression damping feel and man what a difference that made to my riding enduro trails. You're correct in Australia the WR450F can be registered for on road / highway use. One more thing, my bike been punished, back flipped on high country steep trails, completely submerged laying on its side during a failed river crossing i thought by now electricals would suffer from that, but no issue at all. So far 5000km all enduro trails, starts first time all the time, tank range for me is anywhere around 75km to 110kmh depending on ride aggression, great bike

[@dirtniron]

great info, thanks a lot for sharing with us, appreciate it!

[@jetdr]

I have been looking at getting a yz450fx, after watching and reading about the wr450f, I am starting to change my mind about it. The wr450f seems like a hidden gem in the Bike World.

[@itsjordie8206]

Yes I’ve done some much searching also. This or the Honda 450L are what I’m picking up soon as I find a good deal with some upgrades.

[@jetdr]

@@itsjordie8206 Can't go wrong with Yamaha or Honda.

[@fynn8252]

@@itsjordie8206 I was also contemplating between the two for the longest time. Ended up with the CRF450X and I’ve been happy with it! The only complaint is the weight and snappy throttle response down low. Throttle tamer made a big difference! My concern with the WR was that it was so Motocross based that the power would be unmanageable for the trails. But I don’t think you can go wrong with either!

[@seatime674]

Yes they are rare, I have the '05 WR450F with all the feee mods and street legal It's a beautiful total beast!..

[@jmangus83]

I recommend the ecu tuner for the smartphone. As you know, it allows you to change the mapping, not only to run faster, more powerful maps, but also traction maps that make the bike more rideable and less twitchy in loose, slippery, or technical terrain. Its one of the best mods besides the free mods and comp ecu

[@dirtniron]

yes, its a good thing to have. In USA you need to buy extra unit for $300 to be able to tune it with your phone. I think other countries have it stock. I was happy with gytr ECU, so I didnt even bother getting that unit installed.

[@kraigvanderwyk1153]

Do you need both parts to use phone?

[@jmangus83]

@@kraigvanderwyk1153 yes

[@AzNightz]

Where do i get both items so i can tune off phone

[@TheKitchenTechnician]

Holy $hit! This just popped up on my KZbin feed! In 2023! Forgot about my comment. (The Kitchen Technician). I’m now on my fourth WR now since my 1999. Had a 2003, 2008,and 2010. Still have the 08. 2010 was stolen and I just replaced it with a brand new Beta 300RR. Love em both. The best of both worlds if you ask me. Cheers from North Eastern Ontario Canada. Riding season is just around the corner for us.

[@tomnekuda3818]

Great review! Many of these guys ride something a couple of times and think that they can accurately rate it.....you do it the right way! My Yamahas have been as reliable as a claw hammer......very hard to break and they've brought me home every time. Yamaha feel is a state of mind; you have to get used to the layout of everything. I feel that the spring forks are a real advantage....I've seen air forks come and go now two times in my life and nobody really likes them....they just tolerate them.

[@dirtniron]

thank you Tom, glad you like it! really enjoy your feedback every time, I like to hear what you think based on the decades of your experience

[@tomnekuda3818]

@@dirtniron There's a problem with that much experience....a fella doesn't know how much more experience he's gonna get...

[@TheKitchenTechnician]

Love my 1999 WR 400. I do a couple of Enduros a year in eastern Ontario Canada. We have a lot of crown land up here with thousands of kilometres of knarly trails too. Modified the front suspension as it was too stiff. Air only in one fork, spring only in the other. Perfect! Very similar trails to what you showed. I thought it would be too much bike as my first dirt bike back after 40 years on street bikes. My last dirt bike was a 1978 RM 125...In 1978! The WR is not a light bike but it’s not a DRZ either. At 60 years old I can still give a clinic on this bike. Street legal too, not a real dual purpose but sure makes it easy to get to the next trail. When and IF I ever need to replace it, it will be with another WR. GREAT REVIEW!

[@dirtniron]

thanks a lot for sharing your experience, glad you like the review!

[@xeuse51]

I owned a 2020 250FX for a month. Monster little bike. So much fun and smiles most of the time I rode it. I am 6'0" 220 lbs and that 250 ripped far more than I expected.. Suspension was amazing for fast open desert and nice flowy track. In slow technical over rocks and really tight track it was terrible though. Flame out after flame out regardless of the map I was running, and how good I was with clutch control. It is not built for technical trails. Amazing machine though if you get to try one. I sold it and got a 2020 Beta 300 Xtrainer after I did a Beta Factory Demo Day and love it to death. Such a tractor of bike. A big part of me still wants a 4 stroke in the garage for the faster rides in my area. I am really looking at the new WR250F because Yamaha has done a stellar job with that new 250F motor. No need for a 450. So much power out of that 250!!

[@dirtniron]

thanks for sharing Andrew, really great feedback. I will be getting 250fx for a review, I am really excited to see how the bike feels and rides. Interesting to hear about the flameout issue, I will also try to play with it.. should be a fun time!

[@Zedinator593]

Bigger engines always last longer but

[@jonny555ive]

I am completely in love with my WR. I have found my perfect bike.....just need a more comfortable seat and it's 100% ❤

[@dirtniron]

cool Jon, I know exactly what you mean! Enjoy your WR

[@jonny555ive]

@@dirtniron thank you

[@SomeTechGuy666]

Yamaha seats are very comfortable when they break in... at 100 hours ! LOL.

[@chippyinthebush7361]

Yeah, what a great review! I have a WR250F 2008 and have loved that bike, but am ready for something with a bit more power. I was set on a 350 European bike, but aftet this review, i will seriously look into the 450, especially when you describe the power as friendly, and I get that, because of my Yamaha 250 I ride now, so that probably put me over the line to at least enquire here in Australia as to what I can get one for. Thanks for testing it like a trail rider as well, because that's really the only style of riding my mates and I do. Great review, and thanks for doing it! Very helpful

[@dirtniron]

thanks mate, glad you like the review. I think wr450 would be good step up from your current bike.

[@chrisreynolds3204]

Just got my bike, now it's time to have fun!

[@tcotton8785]

Im about to buy a 2019 WR450F as soon as this Stay at Home Order is done in Michigan and im so excited about it.I was about to sign the papers for a YZ450 , i looked over i seen this bike with the headlight which i liked but I was told Enduros are slow and no suspension and then i seen your videos after doing some research and i am definitely getting this bike and going to be hitting the trails #dirtniron

[@dirtniron]

thats cool, I am glad the videos could help you to decide. You will love the bike!

[@cbrmike69]

Im in WI. Can you still plate the wr450f in MI? Im wondering if i should buy one there, and then register to WI

[@Aridrona]

@@cbrmike69 yeah dude its a wr

[@TheKitchenTechnician]

I have a 1999 WR400 and a 2003 WR450. Love em both and put about 1500 kms on each one every season up here in North Eastern Ontario near Algonquin Park. Lots of open Crown Land, Public Land, thousands of trails and neither bike has ever let me down. You can’t go wrong with a WR. Cheers...eh.

[@johnambro7181]

Excellent review, a few simple mods and the bike wakes up, for several hundred more , it comes alive!. Good stuff. Cheers.

[@dirtniron]

thanks John, glad you like it!

[@Xav.]

I have one in Australia! I have all the mods and I now have yz gearing and cams so now it is a yz450 that is street legal, I did the modifications because I mainly race in motocross

[@dirtniron]

sounds interesting! why didnt you get yz to begin with?

[@tosgem]

@@dirtniron because a yz450 can not be ridden on the road legally

[@Xav.]

@@dirtniron yz's are not road legal in Australia but wr's are. and they are based on the yz so with the modifications I have a yz

[@gunwolf100]

Where and how did you buy the yzf gearing? Sounds like an awesome convertion!!

[@Xav.]

@@gunwolf100 I just got replacement gearing from my local Yamaha dealer

[@Navaho66]

I have the 2019 YZ450FX. I bought a WR450 muffler and put the performance tip in it. It quiets the bike down so much that you hear the intake noise more than the exhaust note. It's good for areas where I don't want to make a lot of noise. The open YZ exhaust is a huge performance gain over the WR exhaust but it is very loud!! By the way, the model WR and YZ share the same cam shaft unlike in previous years. One of the best mods for trail riding is a Throttle Tamer.

[@dirtniron]

thanks for sharing, good info! I didnt know they have the same cams

[@dirtbikedave9055]

Haven't watched in full yet but just wanted to say your content is great. Looking forward to seeing your yz250 woods project to the end.

[@dirtniron]

thank you! glad you like it ;) yz250 should be a fun project, already started to gather all the parts and mods

[@take5th]

Hearing intake noise is a benefit! You sold me as well. Coming from a DRZ400S I would expect it to be quite an upgrade.

[@jnavonoD]

Just bought a WR450F two hours ago, haven't picked it up yet. Coming off a WR250F...looking forward! And yes that air intake makes a bloody racket, but it's a GOOD racket 🤣. BTW here in NZ, the WR is a road legal bike. Schweet.

[@dirtniron]

Good choice Donovan, you will love it!

[@jnavonoD]

@@dirtniron Cheers mate - fetching on Sunday, broken bones by Monday. Subscribed, BTW, really enjoy your vids. THANKS.

[@seatime674]

Donovan how are you liking that and what year did you get?

[@jnavonoD]

@@seatime674 Hey mate, enjoyed the WR but it was a bit heavy on the trails. Since then I've had a YZ250 didn't like it, a KTM150 which was OK but I didn't like the fuel injection, and an older KTM200 which I love (2012 model). My WR was a 2017. Cheers!

[@mrktm65sx]

Excellent review! Love how you test the bike in a variety of terrain and share your "real world" feedback. Question - if you can only have one bike for track and trail (mostly trail), would you pick KTM 300 2-stroke or WR450?

[@dirtniron]

glad you like it Ron! I think I would probably go with 300xc

[@captainamerica9353]

You guys might like a Beta 300RR also. I love my little Beta XT.

[@adrianhall210]

Great review, this will be the bike I’m going to get. Thanks for helping me out.👍🏻👌😎

[@dirtniron]

Glad I could help!

[@_WebersWorld]

Love my 2016 Wr450f and lil things like still having kick starter is sweet best bike around for sure!

[@dirtniron]

great bikes!

[@pablovargas8333]

For real broh, hate the new ones don´t come with the kick starter, mine is giving me almost covid 19 with the friikin starter electric... hate it

[@seatime674]

​​@@pablovargas8333 Not having a kick-starter on any bike on Trails is an absolute deal-breaker. Those little batteries can conk out anytime and leave you totally stranded. Could be nightmarish if you travel far from home and Lose juice in the middle of the woods

[@benny-n-the-jets7052]

Planning on getting my wr450 in the next couple months

[@01AceAlpha]

That air intake block looks like it doubles as a bong for Californians.....

[@dirtniron]

haha, they call it tea kettle too

[@buffalobmf]

commifornia

[@buffalobmf]

Vito Lopo youre the only one whining i said one phrase. Took offense much huh

[@buffalobmf]

Vito Lopo whats being a body builder have to do with anything

[@buffalobmf]

@@vitolopoii7981 he went to live in the forest to became one with the wolfs and has been missing for 5yrs.

[@tubedogsurf]

Good review. I have been wanting one. This review makes me want one more

[@dirtniron]

thanks! try one out if you have a chance, its a really good bike!

[@Krunch-ym3uf]

Great video bro. Just came across your channel today due to looking into buying the wr450. Definitely subscribing !

[@dirtniron]

cool bro, appreciate it! welcome aboard ;)

[@grudgetank3127]

Yamaha should give it to you, you've made them look good

[@dirtniron]

haha, I wish :)

[@mikeraskin7319]

The 2020 yz250fx is awesome. It shocked me how good it was. Yamaha demo day at lacr the 250 FX was the most surprising out of all the lineup that I rode 👍 I'd love to hear your impression

[@dirtniron]

thanks for sharing Mike, I really want to try that bike, hope to have long term review this year

[@danielc5205]

I've found that the muti-function display is kinda hard remember how to work it. The the race mode, lap timer, tire diameter scale, and the second trip meter is something I'd never use. I wish the muti-function display would have a odometer, engine hour meter for sevice intervals, and a fuel gauge instead. Also, even though the WR has a bigger fuel tank than the YZ, it's still not enough. I can only get around 80 miles before the fuel light comes on. I have a lot of range anxiety with this bike, and I don't want to carry extra fuel on my person for obvious reasons. Lastly, I'm getting older so, I think my 2019 WR will be my last new dirt bike. The WR 450F matches my track/trail riding style very well.

[@dirtniron]

yes, I agree with you, different features would have more sense for me too. like trailtech endurance 2 computer I have on my ktm, pretty much same size, good info and easy to navigate

[@roberttownsend3821]

I hope you get the 2020 yz 250fx I would love to see a review of that bike I'm a vet rider and want a easy bike to ride

[@dirtniron]

yea, me too.. really want to review that bike!

[@easternyellowjacket276]

This is another great video. People usually beat up 450's for trail work. True they are heavy, but the power is great. I have an uncorked RMX450 which is very similar to this bike. I geared it way down to handle eastern woods and rocks with a 12t/51t. It will go up anything from idle and handles technical stuff with ease. Also helps to have a Rekluse CX 😉. Cheers!

[@dirtniron]

cool bro, thanks for sharing!

[@hdconley]

Great review mate👍

[@dirtniron]

thanks mate, glad you like it!

[@jgcorn61]

I had an 06 put 18000 miles on it, then bought a 09 I was able to get both plated in CA at the time, I would love to get a 2020 but man they have gotten expensive. I just subscribed to your channel keep up the good vids.

[@dirtniron]

you got lucky to be able to have them both plated! great bikes, I used to have 2004 wr450, it was a rocket

[@seatime674]

You put 18k miles on an '06 WR450?

[@toddkurtz7635]

Great review and nice footage from the H trail and R mountain road! My only gripe would be that the WRs are red sticker now, I believe. And if that's the case, might as well go with the FX model. No uncorking and yes, slightly stiffer suspension but problem still okay on the trails you were riding. And even better on the track. I'll be at Yamaha demo days next weekend in Pala.

[@dirtniron]

yes, red sticker sucks, I wish Yamaha figure out how to please Cali strict emissions.. I think WR comes with more mods and plusher suspension.. FX seems to be more toward race guys.. share your thoughts after the demo, thanks Todd

[@theruralrenegade8911]

I bought one of these today......it is fast! It's my first bike lol. I plan on going to a wr250

[@dirtniron]

take it easy man, its a lot of bike! good luck

[@chrisreynolds3204]

I am going to by a yz450f because of all your vids. Good content.

[@MrHeepspo]

Drive through coffee on a WR450F? Haha, I'd like to see that. Keep up the great work!

[@thomashardy3540]

Ive got drive through ice cream at McDonald’s on mine

[@dirtniron]

haha, I wanted to do it on Jay's excf, but it was super cold and windy when I did the video.. next time ;)

[@teyorichard4223]

That was an awesome review!! Love this channel, 💯 support

[@dirtniron]

Much appreciated, thanks!

[@Akeem_768]

gonna get one as my first bike, chose this size because i know if i start with the 250 i'd want to upgrade & after i buy the 450 i have no plans of buying another bike for atleast 5 years. i have no issue with the frequency of maintenance

[@dirtniron]

sounds good man, have fun on it!

[@danstevens2204]

Air filter has been under the tank on the yz since 2010. Soon become familiar with the intake noise

[@dirtniron]

not many bikes with this design, my 2010 husaberg was like that too

[@anomie1040]

The popularity of these enduros has soured to around 10k and now we have to spend 2k on upgrades F'in Crazy

[@dirtniron]

yea they are not cheap.. cheaper than some other bikes I guess.. but still pricey

[@brianlogue8680]

I have this exact bike and love it.

[@dirtniron]

cool Brian! thanks for sharing

[@Mickey-im3bg]

Another great video. I need some advice. If you were going to buy a 450 2020 for trail/enduro which would you buy? If you were 105kg what adjustments would you make to that bike? Thx in advance keep up the great work.

[@dirtniron]

Wr450 would definitely be high on my list, plus husky 450fx and ktm 450xcf i guess, i would also consider yamaha 450fx. With 105kg you would need to get stiffer suspension to be able to really use it well. Stock can also work for cruising around, but if you want to get really serious you should look into dialing your suspension. Have fun!

[@MBCITB]

Just found your channel. I am looking at buying a wr450. Thanks for the awesome info. New subscriber.

[@dirtniron]

Thanks Matt, welcome on board👍

[@borxfilms3405]

Yamaha should add the mapping option like the YZF models from the factory.

[@SomeTechGuy666]

The 2021 has the phone app mapping. All WRs since 2012 have had ECM mapping with the Yamaha tuner tool.

[@pathetic_bot9476]

The air filter "snorkel" is to protect your air filter from catching on fire and the exhaust I believe is a spark arrestor

[@dirtniron]

I am afraid thats not correct, the screen on the filter cage is for fire protection and that thing in the exhaust is not a spark arrestor.. its there to pass the emissions .. thats all

[@joedart2932]

The air filter where its at is less likely to flood...really wanting to ride this bike..Great review! You must be moving up in the dirt bike world if Yamaha is loaning you bikes! Hit Suzuki up for an RMX comparison vid ;)

[@dirtniron]

it is a great bike. and yes, things began to move forward since I start hanging out with Jay ;) we work together on many projects now and its been great! Let me see if we can do something about rmx..

[@joedart2932]

@@dirtniron l was mostly being sarcastic but yeah that would be great! 👍 Saw one dealer in CA listing the rmx for under 7 grand..lm surprised they arent selling more or that its not more popular

[@hphillips7425]

I watched 3 of your videos on the WR and all videos are good. The advice of doing the mods as you progress is spot on. Have you checked to see if the stock muffler can be modified where even more money can be saved

[@dirtniron]

it can be modified to some point. I believe tock exhaust comes really choked

[@chinn--fu4451]

Just bought 2012 wr450f street legal 1700km (live in Alberta Canada) it has the gytr ecu but the guy I bought it from didn’t have the gytr power tuner. I just found someone selling the tuner super excited to get it and try out the different maps.

[@dirtniron]

Have fun!

[@Thumpermad]

Check out the Geoff Ballard review on the 2019 WR 450F. I bought that very bike so stoked with it. Really enjoyed your review and found the bike a joy to ride especially with the softer spring which at times lengthens the rake and slows the steering considerably making the bike follow ruts uncontrollably 🙄🤔 otherwise perfect

[@dirtniron]

thanks for sharing!

[@brandonlewis2916]

So curious to see what the longevity is like! It might be fun to throw on some blinkers and plate the thing! Sounds like a sweet bike!

[@dirtniron]

it sure is, too bad it cant be street legal here in California..

[@electroniccheeks]

@@dirtniron Poor Komifornia.

[@captainamerica9353]

@@electroniccheeks , Commie-Porn-Ya isn't the only Fascist state. Just as bad here in WI and NY.

[@electroniccheeks]

@@captainamerica9353 I believe it!

[@captainamerica9353]

@@electroniccheeks , yeah, this is how weird it gets. If you reside in MN, the dealer can plate and title a KTM300 2 stroke, or Beta 300, GasGas, etc., for you! Unreal since MN is super-commie, the more they burn and loot, the more Dem votes. Yet, as a WI resident, they can't help me at all. In WI you MIGHT get an "off road" bike plated at the mercy of the DMV. No guarantees.

[@mixalis6168]

Rode a WR 450 not long ago, and its a great bike.

[@dirtniron]

yea, its a really good bike!

[@enduroforever4878]

Awesome and reliable bike!!!!!!

[@dirtniron]

It sure is!

[@KoltFin]

I'm pretty happy on my 20 year old wr400f 😅

[@HochstartHarry]

I have a wr450f from 2006 (last steel frame and carb) i love it to bits... So much powaa so much fun👌 just did a valve adjust.. and its still running strong for a 15yo bike

[@dirtniron]

my 2004 wr450 was a beast too!

[@HochstartHarry]

@@dirtniron jup... That bike was the reason i followed you 😂👌 lots of helpfull tips n tricks

[@HenryDarr]

Still love my 2008 WR ! It's never let me down but I'd like to get a lectron carb and cams done then it'll be complete 🤙🏾🤙🏾

[@KoltFin]

@@HenryDarr have you tried a jd jetting kit? It gave my bike more power but I could never fix the off idle bog

[@bikersoncall]

Dyno Charts don't talk about 'feels better, and opened up, breaths' etc, it just tells you what you have. This is a cool review, just sayin....

[@captainamerica9353]

I only tuned in to see if this guy would yell: "GET IN THE CHOPPA"! , "GET OUT" ! , or "I'll BE BACK"!

[@dirtniron]

I need your clothes and motorcycle 😎

[@captainamerica9353]

@@dirtniron , that's awesome, you made my New Years!

[@zacharding6665]

Great review👍

[@dirtniron]

thanks Zac, glad you like it! do you have WR or consider to get one?

[@alwaysdirty155]

Good review, thanks:)

[@dirtniron]

thanks!

[@mke7876]

They need to make it “road legal”

[@dirtniron]

yes, that would be great!

[@bertilnilsdongguiffu3088]

It is in eu

[@mke7876]

Bertilnilsdon Gguiffu unfortunately where I live there are a lot of hoops you would have to go through to get it to pass the DMV inspection

[@jnavonoD]

@@bertilnilsdongguiffu3088 Also in New Zealand 👍

[@playerlazar73]

Man i love your videos, they are so informative, even tho i dont ride in the woods ( in amsterdam there are no woods for miles) . But i have a question, I already have a bike yamaha FZ1 (1000cc sporttour) and i use that for work and long trips. But now I want a second bike, i really love the supermoto look. I want to convert a WR450F to a supermoto, and do all the maintenance myself and learn, I'll just use it to cruise around in the city, and not for look trips, just in the weekends. Is this a good choice? or should i go HUSQVARNA SM610. thank you for your response in advance.

[@dirtniron]

thanks Lazar! I think wr450 is lighter and has more fun factor, its just a lot of raw power. I would probably get wr

[@Lucky_Moe]

Great update ... how do you think a beta 480 or 500 would compare to a modded Wr450f?

[@dirtniron]

I am not sure, did not ride any of 4 stroke Betas .. sorry

[@Jander406]

I ride a 2018 WR450f and it's TALL. I'm 5'6" and for me it's like mounting a horse.

[@kevingumfory]

That after mod sounds like itll ride on the pipe now ! Nuts were cut before the mods !

[@brycecampbell4845]

Rekluse Clutch would solve the stalling issue. They're awesome

[@TheSiliconeslick]

Very good review

[@dirtniron]

Glad you think so! thanks!

[@silly-xd8uq]

Should I get this bike or a crf450x?

[@MathewsGuitarWorks]

I’d like to hear about the difference between the trans gear ratios between the WR and the FX/F.

[@adamdyment9732]

Move to Washington. We'll let you plate that bike. I really want to see a good channel like yours run one on the road. Really enjoy your perspective.

[@dirtniron]

that would be nice to have it plated, not the biggest fan of the weather tho.. ;) thanks for invite Adam!

[@jonny555ive]

No Washington sucks......don't move here....to much rain and it's never sunny, stay out of Washington.....(haha, I love it here it's never to crowded)

[@adamdyment9732]

@@jonny555ive Just rado. And Jay clark. The rest of California can stay put.

[@Martin-j2d8n]

I'm looking at one of these primarily for uk road use. This may be shallow but I love the aesthetics of it. I am an experienced rider but would value options from you guys on using this bike on tarmac roads. Your thoughts please

[@boypablo6793]

Suzuki RMZ 450 or Husaberg FX450 or Yamaha WR450F? Thanks.

[@adrianhall210]

Love your channel

[@dirtniron]

thanks, appreciate it!

[@sampson7941]

Nice review. You sound like a regular guy who really likes his bike. Lots of reviwers try to scare people away from a 450 and you didnt do that

[@dirtniron]

thanks! I also try to stay away from 450, but in this case it felt pretty good..

[@jimwil6972]

Build the wall 👍

[@drumtwo4seven]

How loud was the air intake? When was it loudest? When was it the least noticeable? ...id guess going slow less wind noise so its louder more noticeable? Dealers dont let you test drive lol so any input on that much appreciated. Great review! 👍

[@dirtniron]

when you are one the gas you can hear it more, low rpm slow technical riding not that much.. overall it wasnt a deal breaker for me.. not that bad

[@TheJumpn]

I can't wait to get my SWM RS500R sorted with a good map. I've barely been able to ride it, solidly in winter here in Nebraska.

[@dirtniron]

those bikes look really interesting, how can you change the maps? can you program stock ecu?

[@adamdyment9732]

I'd like to see rado's take on the swim bikes.

[@tomnekuda3818]

I spent a lot of winters in NE and SD.....pretty easy to freeze your butt off. Takes one tough cowboy to ride a dirt bike in the winter. My brother and I would get together Christmas's and always went biking.....a few shots helps!! LOL Keep the Faith.

[@TheJumpn]

Dirt N Iron program from a friendly dealer

[@briandischer1783]

Love my 05 Wr450f!! I did the free mods & JD Jett kit it’s my favorite bike I’ve owned!💯🙌🏻🏍

[@dirtniron]

Right on! I used to have 2004 done the same way

[@robsonenduro3316]

top mount air filter is great for river crossing :)

[@dirtniron]

haha, thats right!

[@Cofessonbike]

Currently I ride 150cc Honda Crf, I want to jump on 450cc. But I don’t know if 450cc is too strong to ride… any comment please… 🙏

[@dirtniron]

might me a little too big of a step. but not impossible.. what kind of riding do you do?

[@Cofessonbike]

@ living in countryside, just a normal ride, on trail sometimes

[@kevingumfory]

I would come pick that bike up tomorrow if we could agree on a price ! ;)

[@Eastern_SA]

The sound of Before is much better. I like the bike. Does it come choked in all countries? Or just the US?

[@dirtniron]

only in US as far as I know

[@joosepraid6307]

What would you get after 3-4 years of not riding? WR250F or WR450F? Both EU bikes so they dont need GYTR ECU. I used to have CRF450R (experience of 2-3 seasons) and I actually got used to riding this in the woods but it was tought, the pump in the arms was pretty recognisable. I only realized it after riding 350 EXC-F the whole day while not getting tired at all basically. I don't wanna wear myself out and lose my appetite for riding after a long break with a 450. But seeing your review, it makes me kind of want to go for the 450 as you said it doesn't fight you like a 450. Also would like to ride during winter on icetrack or something.

[@dirtniron]

i felt pretty good on that 450, not sure what kind of riding you would do, but this wr450 will feel better than crf450 for the woods. I think wr250 would not be bad option too, specially if it comes all uncorked and ready to ride. Hard to tell man, any chance you can test ride them ?

[@joosepraid6307]

Dirt N Iron they are not in the showroom unfortunately and need to order. But i’ve seen many reviews saying that the 250 is really powerful for a 250 so I guess it would be enough for me. Should I buy it, will surely let you know how it feels. Its basically 95% same bike as yz250fx that we dont get in EU. But thanks! You have good content as always!

[@dirtniron]

Good luck man!

[@fathersun6238]

Now idk about USA wrf450cc but European wrf450cc 3rd & 4rth gear is TOP 5th is only for driving to the nearest mountain rather carry the bike with trailer that's all

[@thorstentrapp274]

How does it compare to a KTM 500EXC in terms of performance and reliability?

[@HB-gj7gd]

Hey - can you get a fc 350 husqvarna + review - I got a 2015 for christmas having a ton of fun - I know you dont like full cross bikes but can you try this one out - could be a great fit

[@dirtniron]

we are working on 2014 fe350 right now.. its pretty close ;)

[@connellbartel1817]

Just a question. I have a 2014wr450f and was wondering if it’s worth buying a new exhaust or just modding the stock pipe?

[@dirtniron]

at least do the stock pipe mod.. unless you need spark arrestor too.. then need aftermarket I think.. not sure what the power difference is

[@Sn0w1981]

I never knew WR stood for "wide ratio". So does it feel a little different regarding weight distribution, when riding with a full tank? Since that weight is lower.

[@dirtniron]

:) .. I did not feel much difference with full tank.. I am not that sensitive

[@Zedinator593]

I thought it was weaponised rider.

[@TwoWheelsAndAPonytail]

300 2 stroke or 450 4 stroke? :P

[@dirtniron]

preferably both, it depends what do would I ride most.. but 300 seems to be best all around trail bike from my experience.. specially new ones 2017+

[@babysniper10]

450

[@tosgem]

500cc 2 stroke

[@benjaminandrukiewicz3316]

Do you think the 5th gear would be a good street gear for dual sport without having to loose a low 1st by re-gearing?

[@dirtniron]

yea I think so

[@dosstheboss100]

Been thinking about passing my old kdx200 to my son and picking up one of these how is the durability on these

[@MrLdvo]

does your old wr450f feel weaker than the new fuel injeted wr450f?

[@dirtniron]

they both feel pretty powerful

[@josephfelice601]

So you sold the WR450F to replace it with the Husky?.......

[@dirtniron]

no, did not sell it.. it was a loaner.. I go thru a lot of bikes, make sense to have more bikes and review them since I am running a channel here ;)

[@drumtwo4seven]

How do you open the exhaust? That looked lke a new aftermarket replacement... where do you get it from?

[@dirtniron]

i got it fromn Yamaha, its GYTR exhaust .. I have video showing the installation

[@drumtwo4seven]

Been searching the internet but cant find it anywhere.