2002Honda CRF450R

★ 4.3

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The 2002 Honda CRF450R is a competition-grade motocross machine designed for serious off-road racers and experienced riders. Powered by a liquid-cooled 449cc four-stroke single-cylinder engine, it delivers responsive performance and reliable power delivery across varied terrain. Known for its winning heritage in professional motocross racing, the CRF450R combines aggressive handling with durable construction.

Capacity: 449.0 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 102.0 kg
Seat height: Not on record
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Power: 55.0 HP (41.0 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail98%

Cornering70%

City riding10%

Daily riding8%

Touring5%

Two-up5%

Track55%

Best for: Built specifically for closed-course motocross racing over jumps, whoops, and rough terrain rather than any form of road use.
Built for: A light, razor-sharp, high-revving dirt machine that rewards aggressive inputs with explosive acceleration and pinpoint cornering agility.
Not ideal for: Not suitable for commuting, touring, passengers, or anyone seeking a comfortable, road-legal, or low-maintenance ride.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 449.0 ccm
Power: 55.0 HP (41.0 kW)
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.5392 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 96.0 x 62.1 mm
Compression: 11.5:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Kick
Ignition: CD with electronic advance
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Multi plate wet clutch

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1509 mm
Overall length: 2186 mm
Overall width: 825 mm
Overall height: 1257 mm
Dry weight: 102.0 kg
Wet weight: 106.5 kg
Fuel capacity: 7.50 litres
Ground clearance: 330 mm
Oil capacity: 1.80 litres
Seat height: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Aluminium twin tube
Front suspension: 47mm inverted Showa cartridge fork with 16-position rebound- and 16-position compression-damping adjustability
Rear suspension: Pro-Link Showa single shock with spring-preload, 17-position rebound-damping adjustability, and compression-damping adjustment separated into low speed (13 positions) and high-speed (3.5 turns
Front wheel travel: 305 mm
Rear wheel travel: 315 mm
Rake (fork angle): 26.8°
Trail: 109 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 240 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 240 mm
Front tyre: 80/100-21
Rear tyre: 110/90-19

Specs last verified against published sources: September 2026.

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	2002	2008	2015	2021	2027
Capacity	449 cc	449 cc	450 cc	450 cc	450 cc
Dry weight	102 kg	—	109 kg	107 kg	103 kg
Seat height	—	955 mm	953 mm	965 mm	953 mm
Fuel capacity	7.5 L	7.2 L	6.4 L	6.4 L	7.1 L