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Accessories &

Modifications

We strongly advise that you do not add any

accessories that were not specifically designed

or approved for your vehicle by Honda or make

modifications to your vehicle from its original

design. Doing so can make it unsafe.

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WARNING

Improper accessories or modifications

can cause a crash in which you can be

seriously hurt or killed.

Follow all instructions in this owner's

manual regarding accessories and

modifications.

Do not pull a trailer with, or attach a sidecar to,

your vehicle. Your vehicle was not designed for

these attachments, and their use can seriously

impair your vehicle's handling.

Do not attempt modify the vehicle to carry a

passenger. The subframe was not designed to

carry the additional weight of a passenger.

Accessories & Modifications

Vehicle Safety

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Summary of Contents for CRF450R 2022

Page 1: ...2022 2022 CRF450R RX RWE Owner s Manual ...

Page 2: ... latest production information available before printing Honda Motor Co Ltd reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission The vehicle pictured in this owner s manual may not match your actual vehicle 2021 Honda Motor Co Ltd ...

Page 3: ...off road recreation is illegal State and federal laws prohibit operation of this vehicle except in an organized racing or competitive event on a closed course or by permit issued by the local governmental jurisdiction This vehicle is sold as is with no warranties FOR EXPERIENCED RIDERS NO PASSENGERS This vehicle is designed as an operator only vehicle and for use by experienced riders only The loa...

Page 4: ...t a fine vehicle To do well you must be in excellent physical condition and be a skillful rider For the best results work diligently on your physical conditioning and practice frequently To ensure your safety and riding pleasure Read this owner s manual and competition handbook carefully Follow all recommendations and procedures contained in this owner s manual and competition handbook Pay close a...

Page 5: ...le best If you have the required mechanical know how and tools you can purchase an official Honda Service Manual to help you perform many maintenance and repair tasks 2 P 68 You may also want to visit our website at www powersports honda com Canada www honda ca Happy riding ...

Page 6: ...h operating or maintaining a vehicle You must use your own good judgment You will find important safety information in a variety of forms including Safety labels on the vehicle Safety Messages preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three signal words DANGER WARNING or CAUTION These signal words mean 3DANGER You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don t follow instructions 3WARNING You CA...

Page 7: ...Contents Vehicle Safety P 2 Operation Guide P 12 Maintenance P 31 Troubleshooting P 51 Information P 57 Specifications P 71 ...

Page 8: ...3 Safety Labels P 6 Safety Precautions P 7 Riding Precautions P 8 Accessories Modifications P 11 This section contains important information for safe riding of your vehicle Please read this section carefully Vehicle Safety ...

Page 9: ...er injuries So always wear an approved helmet and protective apparel 2 P 7 Before Riding Make sure that you are physically fit mentally focused and free of alcohol and drugs Check that you are wearing an approved helmet and protective apparel Take Time to Get to Know Your Vehicle Because every vehicle is unique take time to become thoroughly familiar with how this one operates and responds to your...

Page 10: ...e Don t drink or use and ride and don t let your friends do it either Keep Your Honda in Safe Condition Maintaining your vehicle 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 vehicle in a safe place outside and away ...

Page 11: ...ntain a dangerous amount of carbon monoxide Never run your vehicle inside a garage or other enclosure 3WARNING Running the engine of your vehicle while in an enclosed or even partially enclosed area can cause a rapid build up of toxic carbon monoxide gas Breathing this colorless odorless gas can quickly cause unconsciousness and lead to death Only run your vehicle s engine when it is located in a ...

Page 12: ...portant safety information and may warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury Read these labels carefully and don t remove them If a label comes off or becomes hard to read contact your dealer for a replacement Safety Labels Vehicle Safety 6 For Canada ...

Page 13: ...ed Approved eye protection USA Look for a DOT Department of Transportation certification label on any helmet you buy 3WARNING Not wearing a helmet increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash Make sure that you always wear an approved helmet eye protection and protective apparel Protective Gear Whether you re practicing to improve your skills or riding in competition always wear an a...

Page 14: ...ced Parking CRF450RX Park on a firm level surface If you must park on a slight incline or loose surface park so that the vehicle cannot move or fall over Make sure that high temperature parts cannot come into contact with flammable materials Do not touch the engine muffler brakes and other high temperature parts until they cool down Parking with the Side Stand 1 Stop the engine 2 Push the side sta...

Page 15: ...recommended octane number Using lower octane gasoline will result in decreased engine performance Do not use fuels containing a high concentration of alcohol 2 P 67 Do not use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil gasoline mixture Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank Riding Precautions Vehicle Safety 9 Continued ...

Page 16: ...priate for your skill and riding conditions Torque Control does not work during deceleration and will not prevent the rear wheel from skidding due to engine braking Do not close the throttle suddenly especially when riding on slippery surfaces Torque Control may not compensate for rough track conditions or rapid throttle operation Always consider track and weather conditions as well as your skills...

Page 17: ...n cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed Follow all instructions in this owner s manual regarding accessories and modifications Do not pull a trailer with or attach a sidecar to your vehicle Your vehicle was not designed for these attachments and their use can seriously impair your vehicle s handling Do not attempt modify the vehicle to carry a passenger The subframe was not de...

Page 18: ...Parts Location Operation Guide 12 Throttle grip Front brake lever Rear brake pedal Engine oil level inspection window ...

Page 19: ...Operation Guide 13 Clutch lever Fuel fill cap P 29 CRF450RX Side stand Shift lever P 28 Battery P 49 Fast idle knob Engine idle speed P 24 Main fuse P 55 ...

Page 20: ...Launch Control System P 21 Indicates the currently selected mode by blinking the mode number once when the engine is started Indicates the currently selected mode P 16 Comes on briefly when the engine is started Indicates the currently selected mode by blinking the mode number thrice when the engine is started The Torque Control indicator green comes on while the system is operating Torque control...

Page 21: ...Switches Operation Guide 15 Continued Engine mode select button P 16 Engine stop button P 27 Start button P 24 Torque control button P 19 ...

Page 22: ...he engine output characteristic depending on track conditions by using the engine mode select button PGM FI mode 1 standard setting PGM FI mode 2 smooth setting reduce throttle response from the standard setting PGM FI mode 3 aggressive setting increase throttle response from the standard setting Engine Mode ...

Page 23: ...e The engine mode indicator also indicates the currently selected mode by blinking the mode number once when the engine is started PGM FI mode 1 The blue indicator blinks once 3 times PGM FI mode 2 The blue indicator blinks twice 3 times PGM FI mode 3 The blue indicator blinks thrice 3 times If the engine mode indicator stays on or does not come on when it should have your dealer check it for prob...

Page 24: ...or more second Make sure that the fast idle knob is pushed in P 24 If the fast idle knob is pulled out the engine mode will not change c Release the engine mode select button The engine mode indicator will indicate a selected mode by the number of times the blue indicator blinks d Repeat steps 2 3 until the desired mode is indicated PGM FI mode 1 PGM FI mode 2 PGM FI mode 3 ...

Page 25: ...The Torque Control indicator indicates the selected mode by blinking the mode number 3 times Torque Control mode Rear wheel slip 1 High 2 Middle 3 Low OFF No operation Operation Guide 19 Continued Torque Control button Torque Control indicator green Torque Control mode 1 The indicator blinks once 3 times Torque Control mode 2 The indicator blinks twice 3 times Torque Control mode 3 The indicator b...

Page 26: ...mber of times the indicator blinks u The last mode selected will be saved u The factory setting is mode 2 u Torque Control can be turned on and off by press and hold the Torque Control button Operation Guide 20 Honda selectable torque control Continued Torque Control mode 1 Torque Control mode 2 Torque Control mode 3 Torque Control off Pressing the Torque Control button Pressing and holding the To...

Page 27: ...ing the clutch lever in until the launch control system indicator blinks purple u The system goes into standby and the launch control system indicator indicates the selected level by blinking purple u From standby the control to decrease the rev limit starts u The system may become disabled if you snap the throttle excessively u If the idle speed is low the system may not go into standby Set the i...

Page 28: ...lected last is saved u The factory setting is level 2 d To continue using the system refer to step 2 in To operate the system next page To disable the system quickly press the start button The launch control system indicator stops blinking and the system is disabled Operation Guide 22 HRC Launch Control System Continued Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Pressing and holding the start button while the launch...

Page 29: ...mes on purple while the system is operating u If you open the throttle halfway or more before starting the control system stops before starting and there is no effect u If you close the throttle immediately the system may not operate u When the launch control system operates these following conditions will disable launch control Vehicle is in 3rd gear The throttle is completely closed d Make sure ...

Page 30: ...ICE If the engine does not start within 5 seconds wait 10 seconds before trying to start the engine again to recover battery voltage Extended fast idling and revving the engine can damage the engine and the exhaust system Snapping the throttle or fast idling for more than about 5 minutes may cause exhaust pipe discoloration Operation Guide 24 ...

Page 31: ...er is not pulled in can cause the vehicle to move suddenly which can cause serious injury or death Always pull the clutch lever in when pressing the start button Cold Engine Starting a Shift the transmission to neutral b If the temperature is 50 F 10 C or below pull the fast idle knob fully out c With the throttle completely closed pull the clutch lever all the way in and press the start button d ...

Page 32: ...e engine c With the throttle completely closed pull the clutch lever all the way in and press the start button If Engine Will Not Start P 52 When starting the engine the PGM FI malfunction indicator lamp MIL amber will stay on for 2 seconds then go off Then the engine mode indicator blue indicates the current engine mode for 0 8 seconds then goes off If the PGM FI malfunction indicator lamp MIL en...

Page 33: ...p a Shift the transmission into neutral b Push and hold the engine stop button until the engine stops completely Emergency Engine Stop To stop the engine in an emergency push and hold the engine stop button Operation Guide 27 Engine stop button ...

Page 34: ...rd gears in a one down four up shift pattern NOTICE Improper shifting can damage the engine transmission and drive train Also coasting or towing the vehicle for long distances with the engine off can damage the transmission Operation Guide 28 N 1 4 3 2 5 ...

Page 35: ...ane number Pump Octane Number PON 91 or higher CRF450RX Tank capacity 2 11 US gal 8 0 L CRF450R RWE Tank capacity 1 66 US gal 6 3 L Refueling and Fuel Guidelines P 9 Opening the Fuel Fill Cap a Pull the breather tube out of the steering stem nut b Turn the fuel fill cap counterclockwise and remove it Operation Guide 29 Continued Fuel fill cap Lower edge of filler neck Steering stem nut Breather tu...

Page 36: ...reather tube into the steering stem nut 3WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel Stop the engine and keep heat sparks and flame away Handle fuel only outdoors Wipe up spills immediately Operation Guide 30 Refueling Continued ...

Page 37: ...nce Fundamentals P 39 Removing Installing Body Components P 49 Battery P 49 Please read Importance of Maintenance Maintenance Fundamentals and Competition Handbook carefully before attempting any maintenance Refer to Competition Handbook for service data Maintenance ...

Page 38: ...low the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this owner s manual and competition handbook Maintenance Safety Always read the maintenance instructions before you begin each task and make sure that you have the tools parts and skills required We cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance Only you can decide whether or not you should pe...

Page 39: ...ngine muffler brakes and other high temperature parts to cool before servicing as you can get burned Run the engine only when instructed and do so in a well ventilated area Importance of Maintenance Maintenance 33 ...

Page 40: ...ervice Manual available for purchase from your dealer 2 P 68 CRF450RX Service intervals in the maintenance schedule are expressed in terms of races and riding hours To avoid overlooking required service we urge you to develop a convenient way to record the number of races and or hours you ride CRF450R RWE Service intervals in the maintenance schedule are expressed in terms of motos and riding hour...

Page 41: ...cheduled maintenance completes the maintenance record Retain all service documents If you sell your vehicle these service documents should be transferred with the vehicle to the new owner Maintenance Schedule Maintenance 35 Continued ...

Page 42: ...5 hours Every 8 races or about 30 0 hours Fuel Line NOTE 6 Fuel Pump Filter NOTE 6 Throttle Operation Air Filter NOTE 1 Crankcase Breather Spark Plug Valve Clearance Decompressor System NOTE 4 Engine Oil NOTE 3 5 Engine Oil Filter NOTE 3 Engine Idle Speed WE RECOMMEND THESE ITEMS BE SERVICED BY REFERRING TO THE OFFICIAL HONDA SERVICE MANUAL This maintenance schedule is based upon average riding co...

Page 43: ...ch race or about 3 5 hours Every 2 races or about 7 5 hours Every 4 races or about 15 0 hours Every 6 races or about 22 5 hours Every 8 races or about 30 0 hours Piston and Piston Rings Piston Pin Radiator Coolant NOTE 2 Cooling System Drive Chain Drive Chain Slider Drive Chain Roller Drive Sprocket Driven Sprocket Brake Fluid NOTE 2 Brake Pads Wear Brake System Maintenance Schedule Maintenance 37...

Page 44: ...out 30 0 hours Clutch Fluid NOTE 2 Clutch System NOTE 5 Control Cables Exhaust Pipe Muffler Suspension Swingarm Shock Linkage Fork Oil NOTE 3 Nuts Bolts Fasteners Wheels Tires Steering Head Bearings Side Stand NOTE 7 Notes 1 Clean after every moto for dusty riding condition 4 Inspect after the first break in ride 2 Replace every 2 years Replacement requires mechanical skill 5 Replace the engine oi...

Page 45: ...heat range carbon fouling and spark plug wire terminal for looseness Air cleaner for condition and contamination Clutch lever freeplay Breather drain for cleaning Steering head bearing and related parts for condition Throttle operation Tires for damage or improper inflation pressure Spokes for looseness Rim locks for looseness Front and rear suspension for proper operation Front and rear brakes ch...

Page 46: ...he wheels suspension components handgrips controls and footpegs A stiff nylon parts cleaning brush works well Check tire air pressure Check spoke tension and make sure the rim locks are secure Check to make sure the sprocket bolts and nuts are secure Clean the sides of the drive chain with a stiff nylon parts cleaning brush Lubricate and adjust the chain as necessary Do not perform maintenance whi...

Page 47: ...proper wheel alignment will also extend brake pad lifespan Suspend the front wheel above the ground and use the pressure release screws to release the built up pressure in the forks This pressure is caused by normal fork action while riding Tighten the pressure release screws to the specified torque Torque 1 0 lbf ft 1 3 N m 0 1 kgf m Maintenance Fundamentals Maintenance 41 Chain adjuster index ma...

Page 48: ... will prevent rusting of the exposed metal Apply rust inhibiting oil more heavily if the event was particularly wet or muddy Take care to avoid spraying any oil near the brake pads or the brake discs Take care to prevent catching your fingers between the chain and sprocket Remove the drive chain clean and lubricate it Be sure the chain is wiped clean and is dry before lubricating the chain Routine...

Page 49: ...exposed to sea air or salt water rinse it as soon as possible after the event dry it and apply a spray lubricant to all metal parts If you decide to wash your vehicle or use cleaners refer to Caring for Your Vehicle 2 P 58 Replacing Parts Always use Honda Genuine Parts or their equivalents to ensure reliability and safety 3WARNING Installing non Honda parts may make your vehicle unsafe and cause a...

Page 50: ...ater under pressure can damage your eyes Electrolyte splashes onto your skin u Remove affected clothing and wash your skin thoroughly using water Electrolyte splashes into your mouth u Rinse mouth thoroughly with water and do not swallow 3WARNING The battery contains flammable organic solvent as electrolyte You can be burned or seriously injured if the battery is handled improperly Keep the batter...

Page 51: ...e same type Charging If you use electrical accessories that drain the battery or you do not ride frequently we recommend that you charge the battery every 30 days using a charger recommended by your lithium ion li ion battery manufacturer Contact your dealer before charging the battery Make sure the battery terminals are disconnected before charging the battery NOTICE Only use a charger recommende...

Page 52: ...trical on your vehicle stops working check for and replace any blown fuses 2 P 55 Inspecting and Replacing Fuses Turn the engine off to remove and inspect the fuses If a fuse is blown replace with a fuse of the same rating For fuse ratings see Specifications 2 P 73 NOTICE Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly increases the chance of damage to the electrical system If a fuse fa...

Page 53: ...Also inspect for any unusual bumps or bulges in the side walls of the tires Inspecting for Abnormal Wear Inspect the tires for signs of abnormal wear on the contact surface Inspecting Rims and Valve Stems Inspect the rims for damage and loose spokes Also inspect the valve stems for their positions A tilted valve stem indicates the tube is slipping inside the tire or the tire is slipping on the rim...

Page 54: ...etched and it could fail if installed in a new tire If a tube is punctured or damaged you should replace it as soon as possible A repaired tube may not have the same reliability as a new one and it may fail while you are riding Use a replacement tube equivalent to the original 3WARNING Installing improper tires on your vehicle can adversely affect handling and stability and can cause a crash in wh...

Page 55: ...sconnect the positive terminal from the battery 4 Remove the battery band 5 Remove the battery assembly taking care not to drop the terminal nuts 6 Separate the battery and battery rubber Maintenance 49 Continued Negative terminal Battery lid Battery Battery band Positive terminal Bolts Battery Battery rubber Negative terminal Positive terminal mark mark ...

Page 56: ...e positive terminal first Make sure that bolts and nuts are tight 4 Tighten the positive terminal bolt and negative terminal bolt to the specified torque Torque 1 5 lbf ft 2 N m 0 2 kgf m 5 Install the battery band 6 Install the battery lid and tighten the bolts to the specified torque Torque 3 8 lbf ft 5 2 N m 0 5 kgf m For proper handling of the battery see Maintenance Fundamentals 2 P 44 Batter...

Page 57: ... Will Not Start P 52 Warning Indicators On or Flashing P 53 PGM FI Programmed Fuel Injection Malfunction Indicator Lamp MIL P 53 Electrical Trouble P 54 Battery Goes Dead P 54 Blown Fuse P 55 Troubleshooting ...

Page 58: ...rter Motor Does Not Operate Check the following items Check the correct engine starting sequence 2 P 24 Check for a blown fuse 2 P 55 Check for a loose battery connection 2 P 49 or battery terminal corrosion 2 P 45 Check the condition of the battery 2 P 54 If the problem continues have your vehicle inspected by your dealer as soon as possible or refer to an official Honda Service Manual available ...

Page 59: ...amp MIL If the indicator comes on while riding you may have a serious problem with the PGM FI system Reduce speed and have your vehicle inspected by your dealer as soon as possible or refer to an official Honda Service Manual available for purchase from your dealer 2 P 68 Troubleshooting 53 ...

Page 60: ...rger that is not recommended can cause permanent damage to your battery If the battery does not recover after recharging contact your dealer NOTICE Do not jump start as this can damage your vehicle s electrical system and battery Bump starting is not recommended Check the battery voltage using a digital multimeter with the cable connected Below 1V The battery has failed replace the battery Between...

Page 61: ...witch 4 Remove the starter magnetic switch stay bolt 5 Remove the starter magnetic switch cover 6 Pull the main fuse and check for a blown fuse Always replace a blown fuse with a spare of the same rating Electrical Trouble u Blown Fuse Troubleshooting 55 Continued Starter magnetic switch Starter magnetic switch stay bolt Starter magnetic switch cover Main fuse Spare main fuse Connector Coupler cov...

Page 62: ...tarter magnetic switch stay bolt 9 Install the connector and coupler cover 10 Connect the negative terminal NOTICE If a fuse fails repeatedly you likely have an electrical problem Have your vehicle inspected by your dealer Electrical Trouble u Blown Fuse Troubleshooting 56 ...

Page 63: ...Your Vehicle P 58 Storing Your Vehicle P 62 Transporting Your Vehicle P 63 You the Environment P 65 Vehicle Identification Number P 66 Oxygenated Fuels P 67 Authorized Manuals P 68 Honda Contacts P 69 Information ...

Page 64: ...ould damage or discolor the frame surface Scotch Brite Hand Pad 7447 maroon is for removing stains on the non coated aluminum frame only 3 Thoroughly rinse your vehicle with plenty of clean water and dry with a soft clean cloth 4 After the vehicle dries lubricate any moving parts u Make sure that no lubricant spills onto the brakes or tires Brake discs pads drum or shoes contaminated with oil will...

Page 65: ... drive chain electrical circuit engine stop button muffler outlet steering head bearings suspension pivot points throttle body under fuel tank under seat Do not direct water at the muffler u Water in the muffler can prevent starting and causes rust in the muffler Dry the brakes u Water adversely affects braking effectiveness After washing apply the brakes intermittently at low speed to help dry th...

Page 66: ...ing a wet sponge and a mild detergent then rinse well with clean water Dry the frame with a soft clean cloth using strokes parallel to the length of the frame NOTICE Do not use steel wool to clean the frame as it could damage or discolor the frame surface Scotch Brite Hand Pad 7447 maroon is for removing stains on the non coated aluminum frame only Titanium Fuel Tank Maintenance CRF450R RWE The fu...

Page 67: ... it can become stained Remove all marks and blemishes as soon as they are noticed CRF450RWE The exhaust pipe and muffler are titanium and stainless steel but may become stained by mud or dust To remove mud or dust use a wet sponge and a liquid kitchen abrasive then rinse well with clean water Dry with chamois or a soft towel If necessary remove heat stains by using a commercially available fine te...

Page 68: ...ure from entering Store your vehicle in an unheated area free of dampness away from sunlight with a minimum of daily temperature variation Cover your vehicle with a porous material Avoid using plastic or similar non breathing coated materials that restrict air flow and allow heat and moisture to accumulate To remove your vehicle from storage follow these guidelines Uncover and clean your vehicle C...

Page 69: ...e with a wheel or wheels on the ground can cause serious damage to the transmission If you use a truck or motorcycle trailer to transport your vehicle we recommend that you follow these guidelines Use a loading ramp Relieve the fuel pressure and drain the fuel from the fuel tank into an approved gasoline container Secure the vehicle in an upright position using motorcycle tie down straps Avoid usi...

Page 70: ...se to the fork Check that the tie down straps do not contact any control cables or electrical wiring Tighten both straps until the front suspension is compressed about half way Too much pressure is unnecessary and could damage the fork seals Use another tie down strap to keep the rear of the vehicle from moving We recommend that you do not transport your vehicle on its side This can damage the veh...

Page 71: ...Put oil and other toxic wastes in approved containers and take them to a recycling center Call your local or state office of public works or environmental services to find a recycling center in your area and to get instructions on how to dispose of non recyclable wastes Do not place used engine oil in the trash or pour it down a drain or on the ground Used oil gasoline coolant and cleaning solvent...

Page 72: ...uniquely identify your vehicle and are required in order to register your vehicle They may also be required when ordering replacement parts You should record these numbers and keep them in a safe place Vehicle Identification Number Information 66 VIN Engine number ...

Page 73: ...name Gasohol Do not use gasoline containing methanol methyl alcohol If you accidentally fill your fuel tank with an oxygenated fuel containing higher percentages you may experience performance problems To resolve the problem have your dealer drain the fuel tank and replace with the correct fuel Fuel system or performance problems resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing higher perce...

Page 74: ...ce information for various systems on Honda motorcycles scooters ATV and SxS USA The Winter Storage Guide in conjunction with the Owner s Manual and Service Manual can help you prepare your Honda motorcycle scooter ATV and SxS for winter storage These Honda manuals are written for the professional technician However if you possess the proper tools observe the safety standards and are mechanically ...

Page 75: ...elephone 866 784 1870 Website https powersports honda com contact us Canada Honda Canada Inc Customer Relations Department 180 Honda Boulevard Markham Ontario L6C 0H9 Telephone 888 946 6329 Fax 877 939 0909 E mail honda_cr ch honda com Please include the following information in your letter Name address and telephone number Product model year and VIN Date of purchase Dealer name and address We wil...

Page 76: ...ormation from Honda The parts department offers Honda Genuine Parts Pro Honda products Honda Accessories USA only and Honda accessories and products Canada only that provide the same quality that went into your vehicle Your Honda dealer can also supply information about riding events and information about safety training available in your local area Honda Contacts Information 70 ...

Page 77: ...nce CRF450RX 13 1 in 334 mm CRF450R RWE 13 2 in 336 mm Caster angle CRF450RX 27 18 CRF450R RWE 27 7 Trail length CRF450RX 4 5 in 115 mm CRF450R RWE 4 5 in 114 mm Frame Tire size Front CRF450RX 90 90 21 54M CRF450R RWE 80 100 21 51M Rear CRF450RX 120 90 18 65M CRF450R RWE 120 80 19 63M Tire type Bias ply tube Recommended tire Front CRF450RX DUNLOP AT81F CRF450R RWE DUNLOP MX33F Rear CRF450RX DUNLOP...

Page 78: ...troke oil USA Canada or Honda 4 stroke oil or an equivalent motorcycle oil Engine oil capacity After draining 1 06 US qt 1 00 L After draining and oil filter change 1 10 US qt 1 04 L After disassembly 1 43 US qt 1 35 L Idle speed 2 000 100 rpm Cooling system Recommended coolant Pro Honda HP Coolant Cooling capacity After draining 1 14 US qt 1 08 L After disassembly 1 20 US qt 1 14 L Drive train Pr...

Page 79: ...0A 9S NGK optional SILMAR9A 9S Spark plug gap 0 031 0 035 in 0 80 0 90 mm Fuses Main fuse 10 A Torque specifications Fork air pressure release screw 1 0 lbf ft 1 3 N m 0 1 kgf m Battery bolt 1 5 lbf ft 2 N m 0 2 kgf m Battery lid bolt 3 8 lbf ft 5 2 N m 0 5 kgf m Specifications Specifications 73 ...

Page 80: ...Information Record VIN Engine No Color Label Code Owner s Name Address City State Phone Dealer s Name Address City State Phone Service Manager 74 ...

Page 81: ...hthalates and lead which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm To minimize exposure avoid breathing exhaust do not idle the engine except as necessary service your vehicle in a well ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle For more information go to www P65Warnings ca gov passenger vehicle ...

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