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Comfort & Convenience

• STREET-LEGAL AND OFF-ROAD CAPABLE: Street-legal in all 50 states, this motorcycle has a catalytic converter and can be ridden off-road almost anywhere. You can ride it on public lands, roads, and state and national parks. Now there’s no need to haul your bike to the trailhead.
• FACTORY HANDGUARDS: Handguards come pre-installed from the factory, fully integrated, and color-matched to the bike. They attach to the control-lever pivots and are vented.
• FUEL MILEAGE METER: The fuel mileage meter displays current and average fuel mileage and consumption and can show measurements in miles or kilometers. It's located in the same digital display area as the speedometer.
• GEAR-DRIVEN COUNTERBALANCER: The gear-driven counterbalancer serves a dual purpose: it reduces vibration and drives the water pump.
• SIDESTAND: A sidestand may seem like no big thing, but look at this. Tucked high and out of the way, this forged-alloy piece is another example of how this bike gets it right.

Engineering

• WIDE-RATIO SIX-SPEED TRANSMISSION: Similar to the 450X, the 450RL features a six-speed wide-ratio gearbox. This allows the low gear to be excellent in slow, tight situations and the high gear to be tall enough for highway riding to the next trailhead or gas stop.
• ELECTRIC FAN: This bike is designed for all terrains and has an electric fan to cool the engine.
• FINAL-DRIVE SPROCKET DAMPER: These unique dampened drive sprockets, designed to keep your bike quieter without adding weight, are another example of this bike's innovative engineering.
• INERTIA-TUNED CRANK: The crank has 13% more inertia than the one used in the 450R, designed to smooth out the power delivery and increase user-friendliness in technical situations.
• LITHIUM-ION BATTERY: The battery is light, compact, and offers excellent performance. This is just another small part of why this bike performs so well.
• SKID PLATE: The factory skid plate is light yet offers the engine and lower-frame protection that serious riders demand on a machine like this.
• LARGE FUEL TANK: Both lightweight and durable, the premium resin tank can hold up to 2.0 gallons of gas.

Handling

• TWIN-SPAR CHASSIS: Excellent handling results from the twin-spar aluminum frame, which is lightweight and rigid. The chassis geometry has been specifically chosen for its responsiveness and is wider than the standard MX frame to accommodate the six-speed transmission.
• 18-INCH REAR WHEEL: The 18-inch rear wheel provides an excellent range of tire options for both on- and off-road use.
• IRC GP TIRES: The tires are designed to provide excellent traction while offering a long lifespan.
• LOW CENTER OF GRAVITY: The Unicam® engine, compact in size, and Honda’s focus on center-of-mass engineering maintain a low center of gravity, resulting in a lighter-feeling bike that's easier to handle.
• WORKS-STYLE FRONT BRAKE: Impressive stopping power results from a lightweight 260mm front disc and compact twin-piston front brake caliper, while anodized aluminum brake pistons minimize unsprung weight for improved handling.
• WORKS-STYLE REAR BRAKE: The HRC works-type rear brake system uses a 240mm brake rotor with an integrated master cylinder and fluid reservoir. This setup increases durability by eliminating the need for a separate reservoir and hose.

Performance

• 450CC UNICAM® ENGINE: The Unicam® cylinder-head engine is a hybrid design based on our championship-winning CRF450R. It is lightweight, has a lower center of gravity, and a high compression ratio, all designed to enhance overall power and performance.
• FUEL INJECTION: This bike's proven fuel injection system offers excellent torque and spot-on metering and response, especially in the critical low-rpm range. It also automatically compensates for elevation and weather changes.
• TITANIUM INTAKE AND EXHAUST VALVES: Lightweight titanium intake and exhaust valves permit smaller valve springs, reducing overall engine height.

Style

• NEW STYLING: The graphics of the CRF450RL are inspired by our MX models. New for 2027, they feature bold, horizontal Honda and CRF logos, along with blue side panels and a rear fender, creating a tri-color look that embodies the Honda HRC racing identity. The smooth bodywork allows for easy movement, and the in-mold graphics ensure durability.

Technology

• ELECTRIC START: An electric start system ensures easy starting in all conditions. The starter also drives the clutch side of the crankshaft, providing superior lubrication to its gears while producing a narrow engine with a short, strong crank.
• LED LIGHTING: This bike has all-LED lighting, including the headlight, which reduces the amount of weight on the front end. The lighting pattern is designed specifically for on- and off-road use. The rear fender includes an integrated LED taillight that is lightweight and compact.