Band Clamp

Yamaha UTV/ATV & Side by Side Airbox - Available at buywitchdoctors.com

Product Specifications: Genuine OEM Yamaha Band Clamp, Part # B16-E4455-00-00.

Keep your machine running like new with a genuine Yamaha Airbox paired with premium maintenance parts from buywitchdoctors.com. The airbox is the sealed housing that holds your air filter and channels clean, filtered air to the engine, while keeping dust, sand, mud, and water out of the intake path. It also helps quiet intake noise and gives the engine a steady supply of air for smooth idle and crisp throttle response. Riders most often replace an airbox after cracks or splits from an impact, a warped or damaged lid or sealing surface, broken latches or clips, a missing or hardened seal that lets dust bypass the filter, water or mud found inside the housing, a loose or damaged intake connection, or damage from a rollover or a hard trail impact.

Why Choose Genuine OEM Yamaha Parts?

Choosing original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts ensures your vehicle maintains its factory-standard performance, reliability, and fuel efficiency. Genuine parts eliminate the guesswork of aftermarket alternatives, offering a seamless integration with your engine's configuration.

• Exact-Fit Design: Matched to Yamaha's original bolt patterns, sealing surfaces, and dimensions for a leak-resistant fit.
• Factory-Spec Quality: Built to the same standards as the parts installed on your machine at the factory.
• Peace of Mind: Skip the trial and error of universal or aftermarket parts that may not seal or align correctly.

Premium Materials & Precision Engineering

Crafted to strict factory tolerances, these components utilize high-grade alloys and chemical-resistant seals. This specialized engineering withstands harsh off-road vibrations, extreme temperatures, and modern fuel additives, preventing premature wear and leaks. The airbox is molded from impact-resistant, heat-tolerant material with precisely shaped sealing surfaces, durable latches, and accurately placed intake and drain openings, so it seals tightly around the filter, resists cracking and warping, and keeps dust and water out through vibration, heat, and rough terrain.

Comprehensive Model Fitment (2015-Current)

This genuine OEM part is engineered for a wide range of Yamaha side-by-side (SxS) and all-terrain vehicles (ATV) built from 2015 to the current model year. Please verify your series matches below:

Utility Task Vehicles (UTVs / Side-by-Sides)

• Viking Series: Viking 700 EPS, Viking 700 Ranch Edition, Viking VI EPS
• Wolverine Series: Wolverine R-Spec, Wolverine X2 850, Wolverine X4 850, Wolverine X2 1000, Wolverine RMAX2 1000 (Sport, XT-R, Limited), Wolverine RMAX4 1000
• YXZ Series: YXZ1000R, YXZ1000R SS

All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)

• YFZ Series: YFZ50, YFZ450R, YFZ450R SE
• Raptor Series: Raptor 90, Raptor 110, Raptor 700, Raptor 700R, Raptor 700R SE
• Grizzly Series: Grizzly 90, Grizzly 110, Grizzly 700 EPS, Grizzly 700 SE, Grizzly 700 XT-R
• Kodiak Series: Kodiak 450, Kodiak 450 EPS, Kodiak 700, Kodiak 700 EPS, Kodiak 700 SE

⚠️ IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: Fitment can vary by production date and sub-model trim. Always verify your exact original equipment part number from your vehicle's schematic or consult a certified technician before finalizing your purchase to guarantee flawless compatibility.

Other Popular Parts & Secondary Accessories

• Airbox Components: Airbox components, such as lids, seals, clips, drain fittings, and filter cages, let you repair the housing without always replacing the whole unit. Inspect them whenever you service the filter so dust cannot sneak past a worn seal.
• Air Filters: The air filter sits inside the airbox and traps dust and sand before it reaches the engine. Install a fresh filter with a new airbox so the seal seats evenly and your engine starts out protected.
• Pre Filters: A pre filter covers the main element and catches the heaviest dust and sand first. Adding one helps your air filter and airbox stay cleaner between services, which is a big help in dunes and dusty trails.
• Boots & Intakes: Boots and intake ducts connect the airbox to the throttle body or carburetor. Inspect them for cracks and loose clamps whenever you replace an airbox so the whole air path stays sealed.
• Snorkel Kits: Snorkel kits raise the air intake higher to help keep dust and water out on deep crossings and in dusty conditions. If you run one, confirm that your airbox connection is sealed and follow your Yamaha service manual for proper routing.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: How do I know when my Yamaha airbox needs to be replaced, and how do I confirm the right one for my machine?
A: Look for cracks or splits, a warped lid or sealing edge, broken latches or clips, hardened or missing seals, dust or sand inside the clean side of the box, and signs of water in the housing. Before replacing it, inspect the filter, intake boots, and clamps, since a leak anywhere in the air path can cause the same symptoms. Because airboxes vary by model, model year, and trim, confirm the correct part and installation procedure using your Yamaha service manual or factory schematic, or contact us with your model and VIN and we will help you match it.

Q: How do mud, water, sand, and heat affect an airbox on the trail?
A: Dust and sand can work past a worn seal or loose lid and reach the engine, while mud and water can enter through damaged openings or low intake points during deep crossings. Heat and age can also warp and crack plastic over time. After a wet, muddy, or dusty ride, open the airbox, check for moisture and dirt on the clean side, and make sure the lid, clips, and drain are secure and clear. Follow your Yamaha service manual for correct installation, servicing, and water-crossing guidance.

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