2012
Yamaha Big Bear 400 4x4 IRS - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 251526 |
|---|---|
| Category | ATV |
| Make | Yamaha |
| Model | Big Bear 400 4x4 IRS |
| Price | US$ 6599. Prices depend on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Year | 2012 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Double disc. Hydraulic |
|---|---|
| Frontsuspension | Independent Double Wishbone |
| Fronttyre | 25/8-12 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 147 mm (5.8 inches) |
| Rearbrakes | Sealed multidisc |
| Rearsuspension | Independent Double Wishbone |
| Reartyre | 25/10-12 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 193 mm (7.6 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 83.0 x 71.5 mm (3.3 x 2.8 inches) |
|---|---|
| Compression | 8.6:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Oil & air |
| Displacement | 386.00 ccm (23.55 cubic inches) |
| Driveline | Yamaha On-Command pushbutton; 3-way locking differential; 2WD, 4WD, locked 4WD; shaft drive |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor. Mikuni 33mm BSR |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Ignition | DC-CDI |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Hunter Green, Steel Blue, Realtree® AP™ Camouflage |
|---|---|
| Factorywarranty | 6 Month (Limited Factory Warranty) |
| Instruments | Speedometer, odometer and fuel gauge |
| Light | Dual 30W Krypton multireflector headlights and 21/5W brakelight |
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Fuelcapacity | 15.14 litres (4.00 gallons) |
|---|---|
| Groundclearance | 267 mm (10.5 inches) |
| Overallheight | 1,186 mm (46.7 inches) |
| Overalllength | 2,017 mm (79.4 inches) |
| Seatheight | 894 mm (35.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weightincloilgasetc | 284.9 kg (628.0 pounds) |
About Yamaha
Country of Origin:
Japan
Founder:
Nippon Gakki (Genichi Kawakami led motorcycle entry)
Best Known For:
R-series sportbikes, MT nakeds, YZ/WR off-road, Ténéré ADV
Company History
Yamaha blends engineering polish with musical-instrument attention to feel. From the RD two-strokes to modern crossplane R1s, its sportbikes emphasize chassis communication and reliability. Off-road, YZ/WR platforms define durability and race-fed development, while Ténéré ADV models offer long-legged, serviceable travel. Global dealer depth, parts commonality, and conservative updates make Yamahas easy to own and hard to break. The brand’s hallmark is balance: machines that work on Monday, thrill on Sunday, and keep their manners for decades.