I have to say, I learned riding dirtbikes using clutches. I have no problem running with them in tight trails but when it comes to having to slow crawl over rocks and trying to get up ledges the wolvy 450 does it much easier :grin_nod:
But since I got the rappy I passed down the old 450 to my wife(actually she stole it long ago, and I was forced to ride the old 250 moto 4)
I like the auto especially when you get to deep water or mud as you can throw your feet on the seat and keep your boots dry.
I havent had any problems with my auto but some people have in the past. I dont think yamaha has had too many problems with belts.