Enduro Bikes
2008Honda CRF 450 X
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The 2008 Honda CRF 450 X is a versatile single-cylinder enduro bike designed for serious off-road enthusiasts seeking reliability and performance. Its 449cc liquid-cooled engine delivers strong power delivery across varied terrain, while the lightweight 122kg frame makes it equally at home tackling technical trails or long-distance adventures. Known for Honda's bulletproof engineering and excellent handling characteristics, the CRF 450 X remains a benchmark middleweight dirt bike.
- Capacity
- 449.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 122.0 kg
- Seat height
- 963 mm
- Power
- 44.9 HP (33.0 kW)
What’s new for the 2008 Honda CRF 450 X
vs the 2007| Spec | 2007 | 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| Dry weight | 113.4 kg (250.0 pounds) | not listed |
| Fuel capacity | — | 7.20 litres (1.90 US gallons) |
| Front suspension | 47.0mm inverted Showa cartridge fork with 16-position rebound- and 16-position compression-damping adjustability | 47.0mm inverted Showa® |
| Rear suspension | Pro-Link Showa single shock with adjustable spring preload, 17-position rebound damping adjustability, and compression damping adjustment separated into low speed (13 positions) and high-speed (3.5 turns) | Pro-Link® |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for trail riding, enduro competition, and technical off-road terrain rather than pavement or long-distance travel.
- Built for
- A lightweight, high-revving single-cylinder enduro bike that rewards aggressive, standing-up riding with sharp handling and strong suspension travel.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders wanting a comfortable street commuter, a passenger-friendly bike, or a machine suited to sustained highway touring.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 449.0 ccm
- Power
- 44.9 HP (33.0 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3680 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 96.0 x 62.1 mm
- Compression
- 12.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric & kick
- Ignition
- CDI
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Dry sump
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Multiplate wet (6 springs)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1478 mm
- Overall length
- 2192 mm
- Overall width
- 846 mm
- Overall height
- 1278 mm
- Seat height
- 963 mm
- Wet weight
- 122.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 7.20 litres
- Ground clearance
- 345 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Semi-double cradle, aluminium twin-spar
- Front suspension
- 47.0mm inverted Showa®
- Rear suspension
- Pro-Link®
- Front wheel travel
- 315 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 330 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 27.1°
- Trail
- 115 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 80/0-21
- Rear tyre
- 110/90-18
Other
- Color options
- Red
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 449 cc | 449 cc | 449 cc | 449 cc |
| Dry weight | 99 kg | 113 kg | 113 kg | — |
| Seat height | 955 mm | 963 mm | 963 mm | 963 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 7.2 L | 8.6 L | — | 7.2 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Honda CRF 450 X?
The 2008 Honda CRF 450 X has a Capacity of 449.0 ccm (27.40 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda CRF 450 X have?
The 2008 Honda CRF 450 X has a Power of 44.9 HP (33.0 kW).
How many gears does the Honda CRF 450 X have?
The 2008 Honda CRF 450 X has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Honda CRF 450 X weigh?
The 2008 Honda CRF 450 X has a Wet weight of 122.0 kg (269.0 pounds).
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