Kennesaw, GA (6/14/2017)
- Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, introduces the all-new
2018 Kodiak 450, the highest value mid-class
4x4 ATV providing the best off-road capability,
comfort and confidence for all-day riding. Built
in the USA at Yamaha's state-of-the-art factory
in Newnan, Georgia, the all-new Kodiak 450 joins
the best-selling Kodiak 700 and recreation-pointed
Grizzly 4x4 ATVs to offer a wide array of possibilities
and options for off-road enthusiasts, outdoorsmen
and women, farmers and ranchers alike.
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2018 Yamaha
Kodiak 450 EPS 4x4 Hunter Green
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The new Kodiak 450 combines Yamaha's legendary
durability and reliability with class-leading
handling and is powered by a 421cc Yamaha fuel-injected
engine for Proven Off-Road performance. Its
all-new chassis features a compact-footprint
that mid-size ATV customers will appreciate,
along with an extremely roomy riding position
to comfortably accommodate even larger riders.
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2018 Yamaha
Kodiak 450 EPS 4x4 Armor Grey
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"Since the introduction of the Kodiak
700 to our family of 4x4 utility ATVs just two
years ago, we have received an extraordinarily
positive reception for a value-packed vehicle
that is both hard working and fun to ride,"
said Mike Martinez, Yamaha vice president of
ATV / SxS operations. "This year, we're
expanding the ATV line again with the all-new
Kodiak 450, a mid-size multipurpose ATV bridging
the gap between the entry-level customer desiring
comfort and confidence, and the experienced
rider seeking precise handling and class-leading
off-road versatility."
Boasting Yamaha-exclusive REAL WORLD Tech,
the all-new Kodiak 450 is the ideal mid-size
multipurpose ATV, ready for work and trail-exploring
adventures. Delivering a Proven Off-Road level
of capability, comfort and confidence only available
from Yamaha, REAL WORLD Tech features on the
Kodiak 450 include: Ultramatic® automatic transmission
with high, low, reverse and neutral, providing
the industry's most durable CVT transmission
and natural-feeling engine braking throughout
the RPM range, On-Command® 2WD/4WD system, Electric
Power Steering (EPS), adjustable dual A-arm
suspension and more.
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The Kodiak
450 features Yamaha's On-Command 2WD/4WD
System
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Developed with ideal accessory integration
in mind, the Kodiak 450 is designed for easy
installation of genuine Yamaha accessories,
including a new highly-integrated winch and
mounting plate kit – with wiring already pre-installed
by the factory on the Kodiak 450, custom over
fenders, gun boot mounts, rack extensions, cooler
carriers and more.
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Yamaha
offers many accessories for the Kodiak
450 including the winch & the wiring
is already pre-installed by the factory
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Kodiak 450 EPS color options include the new
Armor Grey, Fall Beige with Realtree Camo, and
Hunter Green. In addition to Fall Beige with
Realtree Camo and Hunter Green, the non-EPS
Kodiak 450 comes in Red, with pricing starting
at only $5,999 MSRP.
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2018 Yamaha
Kodiak 450 EPS 4x4 Fall Beige with Realtree
Camo
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All Kodiak 450 ATVs, along with every Yamaha
Side-by-Side and full-size ATV, is proudly assembled
in the USA at Yamaha's state-of-the-art manufacturing
facility in Newnan, Georgia, for worldwide distribution.
www.yamaha-motor.com
