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All Bikes/Compare/Lem Lb50 R vs Yamaha Yz450f

Lem Lb50 R vs Yamaha Yz450f

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Lem Lb50 R vs Yamaha Yz450f. Lem Lb50 R: Estimated 6–8 hp @ 8,000–9,000 rpm (note: estimate; exact figures not widely published) hp, Estimated 45–55 kg (note: estimate for wet/curb weight; LEM bikes are known for very lightweight construction) weight, top speed Estimated 65–75 km/h (note: estimate; varies significantly based on gearing and track conditions), Motoryk rating 6.0/10. Yamaha Yz450f: Approximately 60–63 hp @ 9,500 rpm (varies by model year; 2020+ models produce near the upper end) hp, 110 kg (curb/wet weight, approximate for 2018–2023 models; earlier models slightly heavier) weight, top speed Approximately 145–155 km/h (estimate based on dyno and track testing; not an officially published figure), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.

Performance at a Glance

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Lem Lb50 R Yamaha Yz450f
Horsepower (hp)
6 hp
60 hp
Torque (Nm)
6 Nm
53 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
65 km/h
145 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
45 kg
110 kg
Type
Motocross
Motocross
Horsepower
Estimated 6–8 hp @ 8,000–9,000 rpm (note: estimate; exact figures not widely published)
Approximately 60–63 hp @ 9,500 rpm (varies by model year; 2020+ models produce near the upper end)
Torque
Estimated 6–7 Nm @ 7,000 rpm (note: estimate; official figures not widely available)
Approximately 53–55 Nm @ 8,000 rpm (estimate; Yamaha does not officially publish torque figures for this model)
Top Speed
Estimated 65–75 km/h (note: estimate; varies significantly based on gearing and track conditions)
Approximately 145–155 km/h (estimate based on dyno and track testing; not an officially published figure)
Weight
Estimated 45–55 kg (note: estimate for wet/curb weight; LEM bikes are known for very lightweight construction)
110 kg (curb/wet weight, approximate for 2018–2023 models; earlier models slightly heavier)
Fuel
Estimated 2.0–2.5 L/100km (note: estimate, as official figures are not widely published for this competition model)
Estimated 6–8 L/100km under typical motocross/off-road use (note: highly variable depending on riding intensity; no official road consumption figure exists for this competition-focused bike)
Fairing
No
No

Individual Reviews

Lem Lb50 R
Lem Lb50 R
6.0/10

"Decent city runabout if history checks out, avoid mystery examples."

Pros
+Solid Italian frame quality
+Decent front disc brake
+Easy urban maneuverability
Cons
CVT variator wears quickly
Soft suspension disappoints
Restricted performance frustrates fast
Yamaha Yz450f
Yamaha Yz450f
8.5/10

"Brilliant but unforgiving — buy smart or get burned fast."

Pros
+Exceptional power-to-weight ratio
+Class-leading chassis balance
+Strong aftermarket parts availability
Cons
Maintenance intervals brutally short
Punishing for beginner riders
Suspension needs frequent rebuilding

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