Not everyone is a drag racer ! I have been riding for 30 yrs , my buddy has been riding street bikes for 20 yrs . his 1st quad is 05 yfz450 rider @ 230 lbs , me @ 300 lbs . and yes , Easily , if you know how to ride ! the new 450 don't impress me at all , no torque , rev to the moon , they should have just made em 2 strokes . this is my experience , my machine is dialed in really well . strong torquey powerband , has an electric kind of feel to it . like I stated before , great woods combo , very easy to control .