If a dirt bike is on this seasons list, start here: a new 2027 Yamaha YZ450F, ready at Vallely Sport & Marine in Minot.

The YZ450F is Yamahas premier motocross machine monstrous, tunable power and a chassis that turns pro-level pace into something mortals can manage.

Features may include:

• Phone-tunable engine mapping

• Race-winning suspension

• The definitive open-class motocrosser

Vallely Sport & Marine has been family-owned in North Dakota since 1974, with stores in Minot (2125 Elk Dr) and Bismarck (2800 E Bismarck Expressway) serving riders and boaters from Williston to Dickinson and trails, section lines, and back country across the state in between.

One call to 701-578-3946 answers everything availability, financing, trade value from people who actually use what they sell.

The 2027 Yamaha YZ450F stands out with a 450cc liquid-cooled DOHC four-stroke engine featuring 4 titanium valves and Mikuni fuel injection, delivering precise power delivery in a compact, race-ready package. This machine balances race-ready performance with refined engineering, riding on a chassis that feels purpose-built for aggressive trail and track riding. Its weight sits at 243 pounds in wet condition, giving you a nimble and responsive feel right off the line for riders who crave instant throttle response.

Capability and performance are built into every detail. The front suspension uses a KYB spring-type fork with speed sensitive damping and fully adjustable settings, offering 12.2 inches of travel to soak up whoops and rough sections. The rear incorporates a KYB single shock with 11.6 inches of travel and full adjustability, enabling precise cornering and planted handling through turns. A five-speed constant-mesh transmission with a multiplate wet clutch ensures smooth clutch modulation from first to fifth gear, while the compression ratio of 13.0:1 supports strong mid-range torque. The bikes compact footprint sits within a 7.13-foot long by 2.71-foot wide by 4.18-foot tall body, with a 4.84-foot wheelbase that helps maintain stability at speed.

Designed to perform from the stand to the trail, the Yamaha YZ450F blends premium components with an efficient 1.6-gallon fuel tank and a clean, engineered silhouette. The ride is precise and predictable thanks to a tuned combination of induction, bore and stroke that center the feel of the powerband. For riders seeking a race-ready machine that remains controllable on every track, this model delivers. View the Yamaha YZ450F at Vallely Sport & Marine.