Motocross Bikes
2026Honda CRF450R-S
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The 2026 Honda CRF450R-S is a competitive motocross machine built for intermediate to advanced riders seeking serious off-road performance. Its potent 450cc four-stroke engine delivers 53 horsepower and sharp throttle response, making it ideal for both track racing and aggressive trail riding. Known for Honda's legendary reliability and proven off-road dominance, this bike excels where speed and control matter most.
- Capacity
- 450.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 110.7 kg
- Seat height
- 960 mm
- Power
- 53.0 HP (38.7 kW) @ 9000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built purely for motocross and off-road competition, excelling at jumps, berms, and rough terrain rather than any form of road use.
- Built for
- A raw, high-revving, race-bred single that rewards aggressive input with explosive acceleration and razor-sharp handling on dirt.
- Not ideal for
- Not for commuters, new riders, passengers, or anyone wanting comfort, storage, or a machine capable of everyday street riding.
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
- 450.0 ccm
- Power
- 53.0 HP (38.7 kW) @ 9000 RPM
- Torque
- 48.0 Nm (4.9 kgf-m) @ 7000 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.4788 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 96.0 x 62.1 mm
- Compression
- 13.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- CDI
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- 7-Plate Clutch
Performance
- Top speed
- 170.0 km/h (105.6 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1481 mm
- Overall length
- 2182 mm
- Overall width
- 827 mm
- Overall height
- 1267 mm
- Seat height
- 960 mm
- Wet weight
- 110.7 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 6.40 litres
- Ground clearance
- 335 mm
- Oil capacity
- 1.80 litres
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminium twin tube
- Front suspension
- 49mm inverted Showa fork with rebound and compression damping adjustability.
- Rear suspension
- Pro-Link Showa single shock with adjustable spring preload, rebound and compression damping adjustability.
- Front wheel travel
- 310 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 315 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 27.1°
- Trail
- 114 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Two-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 260 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Single-piston caliper.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 80/100-21
- Rear tyre
- 120/80-19
Other
- Color options
- Red
- Comments
- Model id: CRF450RS.
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 | 2022 | 2023 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 450 cc | 450 cc | 450 cc | 450 cc |
| Seat height | 960 mm | 960 mm | 960 mm | 960 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 6.3 L | 6.3 L | 6.4 L | 6.4 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Honda CRF450R-S?
The 2026 Honda CRF450R-S has a Capacity of 450.0 ccm (27.46 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda CRF450R-S have?
The 2026 Honda CRF450R-S has a Power of 53.0 HP (38.7 kW) @ 9000 RPM.
How many gears does the Honda CRF450R-S have?
The 2026 Honda CRF450R-S has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda CRF450R-S?
The 2026 Honda CRF450R-S has a Torque of 48.0 Nm (4.9 kgf-m or 35.4 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM.
How much does the Honda CRF450R-S weigh?
The 2026 Honda CRF450R-S has a Wet weight of 110.7 kg (244.1 pounds).
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