Motocross Bikes
2008Honda CRF450R
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The 2008 Honda CRF 450 R is a competitive motocross machine designed for intermediate to advanced riders seeking serious off-road performance. Powered by a liquid-cooled 449cc single-cylinder four-stroke engine, it delivers strong power delivery and excellent handling characteristics. The CRF 450 R is renowned for its reliability, precision engineering, and dominance in professional motocross racing.
- Capacity
- 449.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 106.5 kg
- Seat height
- 955 mm
- Power
- 44.9 HP (33.0 kW)
What’s new for the 2008 Honda CRF450R
vs the 2007| Spec | 2007 | 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| Dry weight | 99.1 kg (218.5 pounds) | not listed |
| Front suspension | 47mm 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 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® |
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- 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.
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
- 0.4216 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 96.0 x 62.1 mm
- Compression
- 12.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Kick
- Ignition
- CDI
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Multi plate wet clutch
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1488 mm
- Overall length
- 2189 mm
- Overall width
- 825 mm
- Seat height
- 955 mm
- Wet weight
- 106.5 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 7.20 litres
- Ground clearance
- 340 mm
- Oil capacity
- 1.80 litres
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminium twin tube
- Front suspension
- 47.0mm inverted Showa®
- Rear suspension
- Pro-Link®
- Front wheel travel
- 315 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 330 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 26.8°
- Trail
- 111 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
- 100/90-19
Other
- Color options
- Red, Black (2008 Special Color, Limited Availability)
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 |
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?
The 2008 Honda CRF450R has a Capacity of 449.0 ccm (27.40 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda CRF450R have?
The 2008 Honda CRF450R has a Power of 44.9 HP (33.0 kW).
How many gears does the Honda CRF450R have?
The 2008 Honda CRF450R has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Honda CRF450R weigh?
The 2008 Honda CRF450R has a Wet weight of 106.5 kg (234.8 pounds).
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