Yamaha Rhino 450

Yamaha Rhino 4x4 450

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Yamaha Rhino 450 Features:

Key Features:

This ground-breaking off-road recreational side-by-side is like nothing else on the market—a new way to get way out there in style and comfort with a friend and your gear.
Comfortable interior with automotive-type controls: Steering wheel, left-side foot brake pedal/right-side foot accelerator pedal, center-mounted console shifter and parking brake lever, turn-to-start ignition switch, indicator lights and 12-volt accessory outlet render the Rhino 450 totally user-friendly.
421cc liquid-/oil-cooled, four-stroke engine and light weight add up to great all-around performance, excellent terrainability and great fuel efficiency.
Industry-exclusive fully automatic Ultramatic® transmission with dual-range (Hi/Lo) drive and reverse is the most advanced drive system available. Maintaining constant belt tension reduces wear, gives instant throttle response and provides industry-exclusive all-wheel downhill engine braking.
Industry-exclusive three-position On-Command® In/Out 4WD feature lets you switch between 2WD, limited-slip 4WD and fully locked differential 4WD—all with the simple push of a button.
Fully independent four-wheel suspension: Double wishbones front and rear deliver 7.3 inches of wheel travel and five-way preload adjustable shocks provide maximum tire contact and comfort while navigating rough terrain.
Thick bucket seats and that great, long-travel suspension system work together to provide the smoothest ride in the industry.

New for 2008:

Tough, rotomolded doors keep mud, water and dirt on the trail where they belong.
Comfortable new passenger grab handles.

Engine:

Super-reliable overhead-cam 421cc liquid-cooled engine produces abundant low-rev torque, fat midrange and serious top-end muscle.
Dual-range (Hi/Lo) drive with reverse taps into more pulling power in low and more performance in high than any machine in its class.
Console-mounted dual-range (H/L/N/R) shift lever.
33mm Mikuni BSR carburetor and high-output DC-CDI ignition serve up great throttle response and excellent fuel efficiency.
Sealed drive case keeps out water and debris, and a hand-operated side cover drain lets out what little gets in.
Specially designed full stainless steel exhaust system features aluminum heat shields and a screen-type spark arrestor for superb power characteristics with minimum noise output.
Large-capacity aluminum radiator and oil cooler with fan-assist delivers maximum cooling efficiency and is positioned high in the frame for optimal protection.
Specially designed drive system air intake vent prevents overheating and keeps water and mud from entering drive case.
Easy-access, tool-free air filter box.

Chassis/Suspension:

CAD-designed steel frame is lightweight and features outstanding durability with superior rigidity for superb handling.
Light, responsive rack-and-pinion steering features a fully sealed steering column and double U-jointed steering linkage for smooth operation and class-leading turning radius - even in 4WD.
Large-diameter ventilated hydraulic front disc brakes and shaft-mounted hydraulic rear disc provide outstanding stopping power in a variety of conditions.
12.1-inch ground clearance delivers maximum underbelly protection while enhancing terrainability.
Low-maintenance front shaft drive features gear case and electronic servo-activated 2WD/4WD/Diff lock via the On-Command system. Direct rear shaft drive eliminates the U-joint for greater durability and more efficient power transfer at all rpm.
Heavy-duty front guard and CV joint guards protect against rock and debris damage.
Stamped steel dump bed is rated to haul 400 pounds of gear. Center-mounted 2-inch receiver trailer hitch comes standard and can tow over 1200 pounds.

Additional Features:

Large, specially designed seats are extra plush and supportive for all-day driver and passenger comfort.
Operator and passenger seat belts.
Dual 30-watt multi-reflector Krypton bulb headlights with high/low beams feature stylishly sleek cat-eye design; dual 5-watt/21-watt tail/brake lights.
Large, 7.9-gallon fuel tank features a fuel level gauge.
Large style headrests for good looks and comfort.
Tough wrinkle-finish coating on the upper frame.
Maintenance-free battery provides power, even in cold weather.
Built in Newnan, GA, USA.
Optional digital instrument panel boasts multifunction LCD display with speedometer, odometer, dual tripmeters, hour meter, 4WD status, transmission position and clock.

Yamaha Rhino 450 Specifications:

Engine
Type	421cc liquid-cooled w/fan, 4-stroke; SOHC, 4 valves

Bore x Stroke	84.5mm x 75mm

Compression Ratio	10.0:1

Carburetion	Mikuni 33mm BSR

Ignition	DC – CDI

Starting System	Electric

Transmission	Yamaha Ultramatic® V-Belt/H, L, N, R

Engine Braking	All Wheel

Drive Train	Yamaha On-Command® pushbutton;3-way locking differential; 2WD,4WD, locked 4WD; shaft drive


Chassis
Suspension/Front	Independent double wishbone; 5-way preload adjustment, 7.3-in travel

Suspension/Rear	Independent double wishbone; 5-way preload adjustment, 7.3-in travel

Brakes/Front	Dual hydraulic disc, twin piston

Brakes/Rear	Hydraulic disc, self-adjusting, shaft mounted

Tires/Front	AT25x8-12 NHS

Tires/Rear	AT25x10-12 NHS


Dimensions
L x W x H	113.6” x 54.5” x 73.0”

Wheelbase	75.2 in

Turning Radius	153.5 in

Ground Clearance	12.1 in

Fuel Capacity	7.9 gal

Dry Weight	1031 lb

Bed Capacity	400 lb

Towing Capacity	1212 lb


Other
DC Outlet	Standard

Instrumentation	Fuel sight gauge, 4WD Indicator lights (optional digital speedo/fuel)

Lighting	Dual 30W Krypton multireflector headlights & dual 21/5W brake light

MSRP - $8,299

Manufacturer Info:

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
6555 Katella Avenue
Cypress, CA 90630