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2008 Yamaha Rhino 450 Auto 4x4 Special Edition

 

undefinedThe Rhino 450 Auto 4x4 SE has rugged style, lots of power, and all the necessary accessories to make this Rhino all your own. Taking this little 4x4 Rhino out on the trail will be the highlight of your week.

Interior styling is similar to the larger 700 models with the automotive-type controls, i.e. steering wheel, left-side foot brake pedal/right-side foot accelerator pedal, center-mounted console shifter and parking brake lever, turn-to-start ignition switch, indicator lights and 12-volt accessory outlet. Thick bucket seats and cup holders are some of the creature comforts. 

The overhead-cam 421cc, liquid-cooled engine has a wide midrange and a boost on the top end for some serious muscle on the trails or dunes. Yamahas fully automatic Ultramatic® transmission with dual-range (Hi/Lo) drive and reverse is the most advanced drive system available; the dual-range (H/L/N/R) shift lever is mounted on the console. With the simple push of a button, the driver can use the industry-exclusive three-position On-Command® In/Out 4WD feature that allows you to switch between 2WD, limited-slip 4WD and fully locked differential 4WD. 

The fully independent four-wheel suspension provides a comfortable and almost luxurious ride. Doubleundefined wishbones front and rear deliver 7.3 inches of wheel travel, and five-way preload-adjustable shocks provide maximum tire contact and comfort while navigating rough terrain. Large-diameter ventilated hydraulic front disc brakes and shaft-mounted hydraulic rear disc offer outstanding stopping power in a variety of conditions

The special edition package includes Steel Blue, lightweight aluminum wheels, injection-molded sun top, silver seats, a sport steering wheel, digital speedometer with integrated fuel level gauge and special graphics treatment. Going for the SE 450 Rhino is a sure bet on fun and reliability!

 

Features

  • 3mm Mikuni BSR carburetor and high-output DC-CDI ignition serve up great throttle response and excellent fuel efficiency.
  • Sealed drive case keeps out water and debris, and a hand-operated side cover drain lets out what little gets in.
  • Specially designed full stainless-steel exhaust system features aluminum heat shields and a screen-type spark arrestor for superb power characteristics with minimum noise output.
  • CAD-designed steel frame is lightweight and features outstanding durability with superior rigidity for superb handling.
  • Light, responsive rack-and-pinion steering features a fully sealed steering column and double U-jointed steering linkage for smooth operation and class-leading turning radius—even in 4WD.
  • Stamped steel dump bed is rated to haul 400 pounds of gear. Center-mounted 2-inch receiver trailer hitch comes standard and can tow over 1,200 pounds.
  • Digital instrument panel boasts multifunction LCD display with speedometer, odometer, dual tripmeters, hour meter, 4WD status, transmission position, clock and integrated fuel level gauge

 
Specifications

  • Engine: 421cc liquid-cooled w/fan, 4-stroke; SOHC, 4 valves
  • Bore x Stroke: 84.5mm x 75mm
  • Compression Ratio: 10.0:1
  • Carburetion: Mikuni 33mm BSR
  • Ignition: DC – CDI
  • Starting System: Electric
  • Transmission: Yamaha Ultramatic® V-belt with all-wheel engine braking/H, L, N, R
  • Drive Train: Yamaha On-Command® pushbutton;3-way locking differential; 2WD,4WD, locked 4WD; shaft drive
  • Suspension/Front: Independent double wishbone;5-way preload adjustment, 7.3-in travel
  • Suspension/Rear: Independent double wishbone;5-way preload adjustment, 7.3-in travel
  • Brakes/Front: Dual hydraulic disc, twin piston
  • Brakes/Rear: Hydraulic disc, self-adjusting, shaft mounted
  • Tires/Front: AT25x8-12 NHS
  • Tires/Rear: AT25x10-12 NHS
  • Length: 113.6 inches 
  • Width: 54.4 inches
  • Height: 73.0 inches
  • Wheelbase: 75.2 inches
  • Turning Radius: 153.5 inches
  • Ground Clearance: 21.1 inches
  • Fuel Capacity: 7.9 gallons
  • Dry Weight: 1031 lbs
  • Bed Capacity: 400 lbs
  • Towing Capacity: 1212 lbs
  • Instrumentation: Digital LCD Multi-function display; speedo, odo, dual trip, hour, clock, fuel, and gear position
  • Lighting: Dual 30W Krypton multireflector headlights & dual 21/5W brake light
  • Warranty: 6 Month (Limited Factory Warranty)
  • MSRP: $9,199 (Steel Blue)




 
 
 
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