Honda CRF450R 2020, Owner'S Manual & Competition Handbook

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Important Safety Information
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Motorcycle Safety
Important Safety Information
Your CRF can provide many years of pleasure, if
you take responsibility for your own safety and
understand the challenges you can meet in
competitive racing.
As an experienced rider, you know there is much
you can do to protect yourself when you ride.
The following are a few precautions we consider to
be most important.
Never Carry a Passenger.
Your CRF is designed for one operator only.
Carrying a passenger can cause a crash in which
you and others can be hurt.
Wear Protective Gear.
Whether you’re practicing to improve your skills,
or riding in competition, always wear an approved
helmet, eye protection, and proper protective gear.
Take Time to Get to Know Your CRF.
Because every motorcycle is unique, take time to
become thoroughly familiar with how this one
operates and responds to your commands before
placing your machine, and yourself, in
competition.
Learn and Respect Your Limits.
Never ride beyond your personal abilities or faster
than conditions warrant. Remember that alcohol,
drugs, illness and fatigue can reduce your ability to
perform well and ride safety.
Don’t Drink and Ride.
Alcohol and riding don’t mix. Even one drink can
reduce your ability to respond to changing
conditions, and your reaction time gets worse with
every additional drink. So don’t drink and ride, and
don’t let your friends drink and ride either.
Keep your Honda in Safe Condition.
Maintaining your CRF properly is critical to your
safety. A loose bolt, for example, can cause a
breakdown in which you can be seriously injured.
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery.
If you smell an unusual odor coming from the
lithium-ion (li-ion) battery, park your CRF in a
safe place outside and away from flammable
objects, then stop the engine. Have your CRF
inspected by your dealer immediately.
Important Safety Precautions