Yamaha unveils Kodiak 450

Yamaha has rolled out a new quad bike, with the new Kodiak 450 replacing the long-serving Grizzly 450.

The Kodiak's new chassis provides a wider footprint and a roomy ride position to accommodate even larger riders, says Yamaha, while the torquey 421cc fuel-injected engine provides the grunt to handle the sort of terrain and the loads that often present themselves on the land.

New dual A-arm suspension provides a track that's up to 80mm wider for greater stability, while the models also comes with new bodywork, new racks and a new seat.

An Electric Power Steering (EPS) version is also available, and an improved riding position has been achieved by employing raised handlebars and a larger and plusher seat, along with a repositioned gearshift and larger foot wells.

Yamaha says the Kodiak's ergonomics and handling bridge the gap between entry-level customers and experienced riders, while the single-cylinder engine provides a great balance between responsive power and all-day comfort.

The quad utilises Yamaha's Ultramatic CVT transmission and On-Command 4WD system, the latter with selectable 2WD and limited-slip 4WD modes to tackle any situation.

The Kodiak's racks can carry up to 40kg (front) and 80kg (rear), while the model can tow up to 600kg. The model comes pre-wired to accept a winch and can be fitted with a range of factory accessories, including gun boot mounts, rack extensions, cooler carriers and more.

The standard Kodiak 450 is priced at $10,299 while the Kodiak 450 EPS is priced at $11,299. Both models will be available from August in Steel Blue colour schemes, with the EPS model also coming with a work light as standard.

See your nearest Yamaha dealer for more information.