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                                         2006 Yamaha 
                                          YFZ450 ATVSummary of the Over 80 Changes
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                              | Increased Displacement (449cc) - More Power | 
                             
                              | Crankshaft - 1.4mm Longer | 
                             
                              | Cylinder Head - Improved Throttle Response | 
                             
                              | Carb Settings - Bigger Engine | 
                             
                              | Radiator - Improved Cooling | 
                             
                              | CDI Settings - More Power | 
                             
                              | Titanium Heat Shield - Lighter Weight | 
                             
                              | Thicker Seat 15mm - Improved Comfort | 
                             
                              | Handlebar Shape - 15mm Flatter | 
                             
                              | Longer Steering Stem - 20mm Longer | 
                             
                              | LED Tail Light - Sleeker Design | 
                             
                              | Aluminum Front & Rear Grab Bars - Lighter 
                                Weight | 
                             
                              | Tires - Improved Comfort | 
                             
                              | Front Brake Lever - Improved Brake Feel | 
                             
                              | 2mm Larger Axle Bearings - Improved Raceability | 
                             
                              | Front Spring Rates & Settings - Improved 
                                Comfort | 
                             
                              | Brake Pad Material - Improved Brake Feel | 
                             
                              | Electrical System - Improved Raceability | 
                             
                              | Moved Rear Master Clylinder - Out of Harms Way | 
                             
                              | Linkage Seals - Improved Suspension Action | 
                             
                              | Rear Supension Linkage - .5" longer Travel | 
                             
                              | Twin Piston Rear Brake - Improved Raceability | 
                             
                              | Rear Brake Disc - Reduced Weight | 
                             
                              | Swing Arm Skid Plate - Improved Durability | 
                             
                              | Longer Stroke Rear Shock - 13mm Longer | 
                             
                              | Eccentric Chain Adjusment - Simple to Use |