Honda CRF450RL - 2025 Specifications and Reviews

The 2025 Honda CRF450RL is an adventure-focused dual-sport motorcycle designed for experienced riders seeking versatile on and off-road capability. Known for its proven reliability and balanced handling, it excels on mixed terrain with its comfortable ergonomics and capable suspension travel. The lightweight 131 kg package and responsive braking make it ideal for long-distance exploration and technical trail riding.

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General information

Color OptionsRed
PriceUS$ 10999. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
CategoryCross / motocross

Engine and Transmission Specifications

StartingElectric
ClutchMulti plate wet
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Gearbox6-speed
Cooling SystemLiquid
IgnitionDC-CDI
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
InductionInjection. Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI), 46mm downdraft throttle body
Valves Per Cylinder4
Bore x Stroke96.0 x 62.1 mm (3.8 x 2.4 inches)
Compression Ratio12.0:1
Max Torque48.0 Nm (4.9 kgf-m or 35.4 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM
Engine Details38mm intake valve, titanium; 31mm exhaust, steel
Capacity:449.0 ccm (27.40 cubic inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Fuel Capacity7.57 litres (2.00 US gallons)
Wheelbase1496 mm (58.9 inches)
Ground Clearance320 mm (12.6 inches)
Overall Width827 mm (32.6 inches)
Overall Length2191 mm (86.3 inches)
Overall Height1271 mm (50.0 inches)
Seat Height945 mm (37.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Wet Weight131.1 kg (289.0 pounds)
 
 

Honda CRF450RL dimensions and frame

WheelsIRC GP21 and GP22 tires
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. Single-piston caliper.
Brake Disc Diameter240 mm (9.4 inches)
Front BrakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. Two-piston calipers.
Rear Tyre120/80-18
Front Tyre80/100-21
Rear Wheel Travel300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear SuspensionPro-Link® Showa® single shock
Front Wheel Travel305 mm (12.0 inches)
Front Suspension49mm leading-axle inverted telescopic Showa® fork
Trail122 mm (4.8 inches)
FrameAluminium twin tube
 
 

Speed and acceleration

Top Speed170.0 km/h (105.6 mph)

Other specs

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CommentsModel id: CRF450RL. Street legal.
WarrantyOne year. Transferable. Unlimited-mileage.
Electrical12V 6Ah (10HR) battery.
Rake (fork angle)28.5°
Exhaust systemTwin-muffler
Driveline520 chain; 13T/51T
Power53.0 HP (38.7 kW)) @ 9000 RPM
Engine typeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Year2025
Motorcycle nameHonda CRF450RL

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

105.6 mph
Top Speed

Best For

Track30%
City25%
Cornering70%
Daily Riding30%
Touring20%
Passenger5%

Rider Profile

Best ForThis is a serious off-road machine best suited to intermediate-to-advanced riders comfortable with a tall seat height and aggressive suspension.
PurposeBuilt as a street-legal enduro, its heart is trail riding, single-track, and technical off-road terrain, with road use being a practical afterthought.
Rider FitThe tall 37.2-inch seat height and light 289 lb wet weight demand rider fitness and leg length more than raw strength, favoring agile, confident riders.
CharacterIt's a raw, high-strung dirt bike with a big-bore single engine character, rewarding riders who enjoy standing on the pegs and attacking rough terrain.
Not Ideal ForThis is not the bike for riders wanting a plush, stable highway cruiser or someone seeking low-effort commuting comfort.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2025 Honda CRF450RL Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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Feet:

At 945mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with cannot reach comfortably on the 2025 Honda CRF450RL, with a cramped knee angle of around 85 degrees and an upright riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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