The CRF450RL blends off-road grit with road-ready refinement, giving you the freedom to ride anywhere, anytime. Built on a platform similar to the CRF450R and fully street legal, it’s tough, agile, and engineered for real adventure—no matter where the map takes you.
Key Specifications
| Engine Type | 450cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke |
| Engine Capacity | 450 cc / 27.5 cubic inches |
| Max Power | n/a |
| Max Torque | n/a |
| Top Speed | n/a |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 2.0 US gallons / 7.6 L |
| Weight (Wet/Kerb) | 289 lbs / 131.1 kg |
| Seat Height | 37.2 inches / 945 mm |
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
All Specifications
Make & Model
| Model | Honda CRF450RL |
| Year | 2026 |
Engine
| Engine Type | 450cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke |
| Displacement | 450 cc / 27.5 cubic inches |
| Bore x Stroke | 96.0 x 62.1 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 12.0 : 1 |
| Number of Cylinders | 1 |
| Max Horsepower | |
| Max Torque | |
| Valve Train | Unicam® OHC; four valves per cylinder |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 |
| Ø intake / exhaust valve dia | Titanium |
| Ø throttle valve | 46 mm |
| Engine Management System | Programmed Fuel-Injection system (PGM-FI) |
| Fuel-mixture System | Fuel Injection |
| Lubrication System | |
| Cooling System | Liquid Cooled (with electric fan) |
| Ignition System | |
| Fuel | |
| Exhaust System | Catalytic converter equipped |
| Emissions Compliance | Street-legal in all 50 states |
Performance
| Top Speed | |
| Acceleration (0-100 km/h, 0-60 mph) | |
| Fuel Consumption | Fuel mileage meter included |
| Range |
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
Transmission
| Clutch | |
| Gearbox | Wide-ratio six-speed manual |
| Primary Drive Ratio | |
| Secondary Drive Ratio | |
| Gear Ratios | Wide-ratio |
| Final Drive | #520 Chain; 13T/51T (with damper) |
| Quick Shifter | |
| Traction Control System | |
| Assist & Slipper Clutch |
Electrical & Electronics System
| Battery | Lithium-ion |
| Alternator/Generator | |
| Starter | Electric |
| Headlight Type | LED |
| Taillight Type | LED (integrated) |
| Instrumentation | Digital display with speedometer & fuel mileage meter |
| Connectivity | |
| Riding Modes | |
| Traction Control System | |
| Launch Control | |
| ABS | |
| Cruise Control |
Chassis & Suspension
| Frame Type | Twin-spar aluminum |
| Front Suspension | 49mm inverted Showa® fork |
| Front Suspension Travel | 12.0 inches / 305 mm |
| Rear Suspension | Pro-Link® Showa® single shock |
| Rear Suspension Travel | 11.8 inches / 300 mm |
| Rake | 28.5 ° |
| Trail | 4.8 inches / 122 mm |
| Rear Subframe | |
| Swingarm | |
| Handlebar | Factory handguards |
| Steering Damper |
Wheels & Brakes
| Wheels | Spoked |
| Front Wheel/Rim Size | 21 inch |
| Front Tire Size | IRC GP21 80/100-21 |
| Rear Wheel/Rim Size | 18 inch |
| Rear Tire Size | IRC GP22 120/80-18 |
| Front Brakes | Single 260mm disc with twin-piston caliper (works-style) |
| Rear Brakes | Single 240mm disc (works-style, integrated master cylinder) |
| ABS |
Dimension & Weights
| Overall Length | |
| Overall Width | |
| Overall Height | |
| Seat Height | 37.2 inches / 945 mm |
| Wheelbase | 58.9 inches / 1,496 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 12.6 inches / 320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 2.0 US gallons / 7.6 L |
| Wet (kerb/curb) Weight | 289 lbs / 131.1 kg |
| Dry Weight | |
| Max Load Capacity |
Features
- 450cc Unicam® engine
- The Unicam® cylinder-head engine is a hybrid design based on our championship-winning CRF450R. It is lighter, has a lower center of gravity, and a higher compression ratio, all designed to improve the outright 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.
- 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 for both on- and off-road use while featuring a long life span.
- 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 and turning.
- 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.
- 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 it also offers the kind of engine and lower-frame protection that serious riders demand on a machine like this.
- Large fuel tank
- The premium resin tank can hold up to 2.0 gallons of gas. It is both lightweight and durable.
- Works MX styling
- The 450RL resembles our MX bikes, thanks to its similar smooth bodywork design, making it easy to move around. Additionally, the in-mold graphics not only look cool but are also durable.
- 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 up high and out of the way, this forged alloy piece is another example of how this bike gets it right.
- Electric start
- An electric start system ensures easy starting in all conditions. The electric starter also drives the clutch side of the crankshaft to provide superior lubrication to the starter gears while producing a narrow engine with a short, strong crank.
- LED lighting
- This bike has all-LED lighting, including the headlight, which reduces 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.
Honda CRF450RL (2026) Color Options
- Red (US)
