Description

PUTTING THE ‘X’ IN CROSS-COUNTRY.

When you discover the Honda CRF450X, you’ve found the deceivingly similar-looking cousin to the CRF450R motocrosser, but specifically designed for off-road and cross-country competitions like the renowned Baja 1000 and WORCs racing series. While sharing the impressive Unicam® engine architecture with the “R” model, the CRF450X takes it up a notch with a wide-ratio six-speed transmission, off-road-tailored chassis, and a host of specialized features. Picture an 18-inch rear wheel for improved tire choice, standard sidestand and hand guards, unique ECU and fuel-injection settings, larger fuel tank, durable skid plate, and more. No matter where your off-road adventures take you, the CRF450X guarantees the ultimate off-road experience, unleashing power and conquering trails like no other. And to top it all off, it’s California Green-Sticker compliant!

WIDE-RATIO SIX-SPEED TRANSMISSION
Having six speeds in the CRF450X’s transmission compared to an MX bike’s typical five gives you more choice, and makes this versatile bike even more versatile. You have gear for everything from east-coast rock crawling to wide-open Baja blasts.

LITHIUM-ION BATTERY
Light, compact, and offering excellent performance–just like the CRF450X itself! Conventional batteries are heavy, but not this premium piece. It’s all part of why your new CRF450X performs as well as it does.

ELECTRIC STARTER
An electric start system ensures trouble-free starting in all conditions. The electric starter also drives the clutch side of the crankshaft to provide superior lubrication to starter gears while producing a narrow engine with a short, strong crank.

449CC UNICAM® ENGINE
Honda’s Unicam® cylinder heads combine the best single- and double-overhead-cam designs. The configuration contributes to a compact engine that saves weight over a comparable dual-overhead-camshaft motor and also permits a narrow included valve angle. This flattens the combustion chamber to facilitate ignition flame propagation, allowing a high compression ratio. Since less space is taken up in the cylinder head, the camshaft sits lower in the head for a more compact engine and a lower center of gravity.

TITANIUM INTAKE AND EXHAUST VALVES
Lightweight titanium intake and exhaust valves permit the use of smaller valve springs, reducing overall engine height.

TWIN-SPAR CHASSIS
The CRF450X uses a twin-spar aluminum chassis that takes advantage of all the lessons we’ve learned on the MX track and from winning countless Bajas. The frame is both light and stiff and provides the basis for the CRF450X’s excellent handling. The chassis is also wider than the standard MX frame to accommodate the six-speed transmission.

DUNLOP MX52 TIRES
The CRF450X’s Dunlop MX52 tires give you good superior off-road traction in a wide variety of terrain and conditions. Tires are always a critical part of any on/off-road bike, and we’ve hooked you up with some great ones here.

FACTORY HANDGUARDS
Exclusively designed for the off-road rider and manufactured to Honda standards, they help protect you from rocks, branches, thorns, and brushes. Plus, it gives your CRF450X that “finished” look, right from the start.

GEAR-DRIVEN COUNTERBALANCER
The Gear-Driven Counterbalancer reduces vibration and drives the water pump. Eight clutch plates provide the surface area necessary to handle the engine’s massive torque, while carefully matched clutch springs provide a light feel at the lever.

COLOR OPTION:
• Red

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