(Top) Tool kit is pretty substantial.
but lacks the necessary wrench for
axle removal. (Above) Smooth
throttle is connective to a very
authoritative. if somewhat mildmannered. engine. (Left) The
biggest IT ever features very clean
looks.
Playing acrobat in the wilds is easier with the new IT490K. Lowering the
shock in the frame brought the center of gravity down and made the big
enduro more maneuverable.
Im~ression: 1983
Yamaha IT490K
Tantalizing treat for big bore
enduro fans
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By Jim Bowman
For years, Yamaha IT fans have taken a back
18 seat to the YZ product line, savoring the
latest YZ goodies and suffering a year's wait
or more to pick up the benefits themselves.
