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YZ 400 Verses 426; all educated opinions welcome
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[QUOTE="slowmo, post: 170574, member: 23933"] There really isn't a bad model year out there. In general terms, each new model for the YZF has been an improvement over the prior year. (I had a 98 400 and currently have a 00 426.) The 426 obviously has a few more horsepower and quicker response. The handling is also better as they tightened up the steering geometry in 00. Each year, they have improved the suspension, made reliability improvements and slightly decreased the weight (though not by much). However, all test reviews have generally praised each model year as being very reliable and having good suspension. Keep in mind that each model year has typically been rated as one of the best MX bikes for that given year. I would set a price target and determine the latest model year that fits within that price range. Then try and find a bike of that vintage that is in good condition. Others may disagree, but I would avoid any 400 models that have been bumped up to a higher displacement. [/QUOTE]
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