Honda CRF450RL
- Production years
- 2021–2027
- Brand
- Honda
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Selected year: 2021
Technical specifications
Specifications may vary by market.
- Engine capacity
- 449 cm³
- Power
- 52 hp (39 kW) at 9,000 rpm
- Wet weight
- 131.1 kg
- Seat height
- 945 mm
Overview
The Honda CRF450RL is a dual-sport motorcycle produced for 2021–2027. The 2027 model has a liquid-cooled, four-stroke single with 449.7 cm³ capacity, fuel injection and a 12:1 compression ratio; wet weight is 131.1 kg.
A 945 mm seat places the rider high, which can make putting both feet down harder for shorter riders. The 320 mm ground clearance and fully adjustable Showa suspension, with 305 mm of front travel and 300 mm at the rear, suit riding over uneven ground. Its 7.6 L fuel capacity limits how much fuel it carries between stops. The annual profile records the engine capacity increasing from 449 cm³ in 2025 to 449.7 cm³ in 2026.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Bore
- 96 mm
- Engine capacity
- 449 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 12
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Ignition
- CDI
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
- Starting
- Electric
- Stroke
- 62.1 mm
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Power
- 52 hp (39 kW) at 9,000 rpm
- Top speed
- 170 km/h (106 mph)
- Torque
- 48 Nm at 7,000 rpm
- Clutch
- Multi plate wet
- Final drive
- Chain
- Gearbox
- 6
- Transmission type
- Manual
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Fuel capacity
- 7.6 L
- Fuel tank material
- Metal
- Ground clearance
- 320 mm
- Overall height
- 1,271 mm
- Overall length
- 2,191 mm
- Overall width
- 827 mm
- Seat height
- 945 mm
- Wet weight
- 131.1 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,496 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Frame
- Aluminium twin tube
- Front suspension
- 49mm leading-axle inverted telescopic Showa coil-spring fork with rebound and compression damping adjustability
- Front wheel travel
- 305 mm
- Rake
- 28.3 °
- Rear suspension
- Pro-Link Showa single shock with adjustable spring preload, rebound and compression damping adjustability
- Rear wheel travel
- 300 mm
- Trail
- 122 mm
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 260 mm
- Front tyre
- 80/100-21
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Hydraulic. Single-piston caliper.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Rear tyre
- 120/80-18
Model years
2022
Wet weight: 131.1 kg → 132 kg
2025
Wet weight: 132 kg → 131.1 kg
2026
Engine capacity: 449 cm³ → 449.7 cm³
| Specification | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 449 cm³ | 449 cm³ | 449 cm³ | 449 cm³ | 449 cm³ | 449.7 cm³ |
| Power | 52 hp (39 kW) | — | — | — | — | — |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 48 Nm | 48 Nm | 48 Nm | 48 Nm | — |
| Wet weight | 131.1 kg | 132 kg | 132 kg | 132 kg | 131.1 kg | 131.1 kg |
| Seat height | 945 mm | 945 mm | 945 mm | 945 mm | 945 mm | 945 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 7.6 L | 7.6 L | 7.6 L | 7.6 L | 7.6 L | 7.6 L |
| Top speed | 170 km/h (106 mph) | 170 km/h (106 mph) | 170 km/h (106 mph) | 170 km/h (106 mph) | 170 km/h (106 mph) | — |
Pros and cons
Advantages
Long-travel suspension
Fully adjustable Showa suspension with 305 mm of front and 300 mm of rear travel can absorb substantial movement over rough terrain.
High ground clearance
The 320 mm clearance gives the bike space beneath it when crossing uneven ground.
Wet weight
At 131.1 kg wet, it has less mass to manage during low-speed maneuvering.
Things to consider
Tall seat
The 945 mm seat height can make it difficult for shorter riders to reach the ground securely.
Fuel capacity
The 7.6 L tank carries a limited amount of fuel between fill-ups.
Tube-type tires
Both tires use tubes, so repairing a puncture can involve removing the tire and fixing or replacing the tube.
Rider fit
Rider fit calculator
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Estimated from your height: 79 cm
How to measure
Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.
Estimated ground reach
Ground reach may be difficult
This seat may feel tall. A lower seat or suspension setup could make stops easier.
Seat height
945 mm
Approx. loaded height
915 mm
Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.
Fuel range calculator
Enter your expected fuel consumption to estimate the distance on a full tank, with or without a fuel reserve.
Tank 7.6 L at 6 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
127 km
With 10% reserve
114 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
What is the top speed of Honda CRF450RL?
The Honda CRF450RL has a top speed of 170 km/h (106 mph) (catalogue figure). For model year 2021.
What is the weight of Honda CRF450RL?
The Honda CRF450RL weighs 131.1 kg (wet weight). For model year 2021.
What are the specs of Honda CRF450RL?
The Honda CRF450RL has the following key specifications (specs) for model year 2021: 449 cc; 52 hp (39 kW); 48 Nm; 131.1 kg (wet weight); seat height 945 mm; fuel tank 7.6 L. Specification table
How much horsepower does Honda CRF450RL have?
The Honda CRF450RL makes 52 hp (39 kW) at 9,000 rpm, with a torque of 48 Nm at 7,000 rpm. For model year 2021.
What is the seat height of Honda CRF450RL?
The Honda CRF450RL has a seat height of 945 mm. For model year 2021.
What is the fuel tank capacity of Honda CRF450RL?
The Honda CRF450RL has a fuel tank capacity of 7.6 L. For model year 2021.
Does the Honda CRF450RL meet the numerical A2 limits?
The Honda CRF450RL does not meet the numerical A2 limits at full power: 38.7 kW, 0.30 kW/kg. This does not confirm licence eligibility for every version and market. For model year 2021.
Is there a restricted version of the Honda CRF450RL?
The Honda CRF450RL may have a restricted version in some markets; check the exact version and its homologation. For model year 2021.
