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CRF450R-S
CRF450R-S
Engine Type

450cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder

Transmission

Five-speed close-ratio

Front Suspension

49mm inverted Showa fork; 12.2-inch travel

Rear Suspension

Pro-Link Showa single shock; 12.4-inch travel

Seat Height

37.8 inches

Curb Weight

247 pounds (w/all fluids and fuel)

Engine

Engine Type 450cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder
Bore And Stroke 96mm x 62.1mm
Compression Ratio 13.5:1
Valve Train Unicam SOHC; four valves per cylinder
Induction Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI), 46mm downdraft throttle body

Drive Train

Transmission Five-speed close-ratio
Final Drive #520 Chain; 13T/49T

Chassis Suspension Brakes

Front Suspension 49mm inverted Showa fork; 12.2-inch travel
Rear Suspension Pro-Link Showa single shock; 12.4-inch travel
Front Brake Single 260mm disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear Brake Single 240mm disc
Front Tire Dunlop MX33; 80/100-21
Rear Tire Dunlop MX33; 120/80-19

Dimensions

Wheelbase 58.4 inches
Rake 27.4°
Trail 4.6 inches
Seat Height 37.8 inches
Ground Clearance 12.9 inches
Fuel Capacity 1.7 gallons
Curb Weight 247 pounds (w/all fluids and fuel)

Other

Available Colors Red
Model ID CRF450RS

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450cc Unicam® engine

Affordable price. Abundant performance.

450cc Unicam® engine

Honda's Unicam® cylinder head combines single- and double-overhead-cam designs for a compact, lightweight engine with a narrow valve angle. This enhances combustion efficiency, compression ratio, and overall performance.

Affordable price. Abundant performance.

HRC launch control

Maximize your bike's power with this specially programmed ECU. Choose the mode, open the throttle, release the clutch, and let HRC launch control do the rest. Get ahead of the competition every time.

Affordable price. Abundant performance.

Aluminum frame

The aluminum twin-spar frame lowers the rear shock, improving the airbox area and lowering the center of gravity. This allows for more holeshots while also enhancing steering and traction.

Affordable price. Abundant performance.

Electric starter

No kickstart is needed. Our engineers eliminated it, shedding weight and enhancing performance. Combined with the lithium-ion batteries, the bike achieves perfect balance.

Factory-level performance at privateer-level prices

Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC)

Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC)

Easily control your bike's torque with the handlebar button, activating Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) and allowing you to adjust settings based on available traction.

Showa spring fork

Showa spring fork

The 49mm Showa fork features a conventional spring design that helps increase the front suspension's precision and feel, while the revised spring rate provides better bottoming resistance and improved handling.

Engine mode select button

Engine mode select button

This simple handlebar-mounted button lets you dial in the engine power delivery character with a push of your thumb. You can choose between Standard, Smooth, or Aggressive depending on track conditions.

Downdraft fuel injection

Downdraft fuel injection

A downdraft intake tract and fuel injector body help increase both power and fuel-metering precision.

Single-muffler exhaust

Single-muffler exhaust

The new and improved muffler features a reinforced outer shell and revamped inner pipe construction, all while maintaining its original weight for a perfect balance of strength and performance.

Double-spray injector settings

Double-spray injector settings

An advanced fuel-injection system sprays twice per intake cycle, delivering optimal fuel atomization for explosive midrange power and impressive overrev performance.

Central-port cylinder head

Central-port cylinder head

The new cylinder head design, highlighted by a centralized oval-shaped exhaust port and paired with the single-muffler exhaust, boosts power above 5000 rpm while optimizing exhaust efficiency.

Renthal "Fatbar"

Renthal "Fatbar"

The aluminum Renthal Fatbar boasts a superior bend that surpasses even the legendary Honda "CR" bar, ensuring a ride you'll absolutely adore.

Black rims

Black rims

Boost your style with sleek black DID DirtStar rims. These lightweight, strong rims undeniably elevate the bike's aesthetics to new levels of cool.

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