50 Years in the making

Honda Bike CRF450R

We've been racing motocross for 50 years. Winning at the weekend is what drives us. And winning is what's created the new CRF450R, and for 2023 only, the CRF450R 50th Anniversary.

The CRF450 is built ready to race; the CRF450R 50th Anniversary celebrates 50 years of battle. A very special bike marking 50 years of motocross racing.

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This Is Where The Winning Starts

So you can drive harder than ever, the engine is armed with narrower intake ports, a longer air funnel and smaller, 44mm diameter throttle body delivering higher-velocity air flow to create torque and low-down power. New ECU settings and valve timing create a usable powerplant with Launch Control, HSTC and EMSB to put it completely at your command.

The CRF450R is now easier to ride faster, for longer. It's lightweight aluminium frame features a new, factory-rider specification rigidity balance - from 2mm thicker front frame joints and upper shock mount - as well as new steel engine hangers producing a stable chassis that finds amazing front-end grip, yet steers razor-fast.

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Lightweight Muffler Now Made From Tougher Aluminium

To protect the muffler from boot damage we've made it more durable, with zero weight gain.
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Fully Adjustable Launch, Traction and Engine Character

3-level Launch Control, Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) and Engine Mode Select Button (EMSB) create a tailored racing package.
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New Graphics and HRC Logo Mark Out Something Special

The new graphics and HRC logo celebrate a historic partnership between racing and development.
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Built to Race Hard Every Weekend

The CRF450R uses top-draw equipment; Rental Fatbars offer comfort and four-way adjustment. The 6.3 fuel tank is made from titanium. Aluminium DID rims are light and strong, while 30/27mm diameter two-piston front brake caliper ensures consistent stopping power at racing temperatuers.

HRC riders - Gajser and Roczen, have led the suspension updates to produce faster lap times with less effort. Working with the new frame 'tune' the rear spring rate is higher at 56N/mm, with increased rebound/compression damping for incredible control over bumps and ruts. The 49mm USD forks also have new damping settings for optimum front/rear balance.

50 Years Stronger

50 years of racing. 50 years of winning. To mark a special milestone, for one year only we've created something quite special; The Honda CRF450R 50th Anniversary. It's loaded with one-off parts; the blue seat, gold wheels and handlebar, and white number boards all pay homage to the mighty CR range of the 1980s.

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