Rear: Pro-Link Showa single shock with adjustable spring preload, 17-position rebound damping adjustability, and compression damping adjustment separated into low-speed (13 positions) and high-speed (3.5 turns); 12.4 inches travel Brakes Front: Single 240mm disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear: Single 240mm disc Tires Front: 80/100-21
Rear: 110/100-18 Wheelbase: 58.2 inches Rake (Caster angle): 27.35^o Trail: 117mm (4.6 inches) Seat Height: 37.9 inches Ground Clearance: 13.6 inches Fuel Capacity: 1.9 gallons Color: Red Curb Weight*: 269 pounds *Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuel–ready to ride. ]]> http://www.honda-cb750.org/blog/2011/07/13/2012-honda-crf450x-specifications/feed/ 1 http://www.honda-cb750.org/blog/2010/09/04/2011-honda-crf450r-specifications/ http://www.honda-cb750.org/blog/2010/09/04/2011-honda-crf450r-specifications/#comments Sat, 04 Sep 2010 08:01:54 +0000 admin http://www.honda-cb750.org/blog/?p=721

Long regarded as the bike of choice in the big-bore motocross division, the 2011 CRF450R incorporates improvements that will help this bike retain its premier standing. The prodigious powerband is now even stronger thanks to more low-end pull and midrange grunt along with enhanced throttle response via a new throttle body. Revised suspension linkage and settings yield improved control, increased ride plushness and enhanced rear-wheel traction. A new Honda Progressive Steering Damper (HPSD) produces even better tracking traits than before, and a new muffler meets the 94-decibel sound level required by some racing organizations in 2011. All this and more make the 2011 CRF450R a shoo-in to maintain its dominant role among open-class MX bikes.

New for 2011

• Revised engine tuning and new 46mm throttle body increase low-end and midrange power and give improved throttle response.
• Front fork features a lighter cartridge cylinder and all-new valving for improved control and increased ride plushness.
• Revised shock valving yields improved control and increased rear wheel traction.
• New suspension linkage produces improved chassis balance and increased rear wheel traction in rough-track conditions.
• Honda Progressive Steering Damper (HPSD) features larger piston diameter (20mm to 24mm) for improved tracking traits.
• Redesigned muffler lowers sound emissions to 94 dB.

“Today we’re releasing 2010 Honda off-road motorcycles, ATVs, Big Red Side-by-Side, and the legendary Gold Wing,” said Powersports Press Manager Bill Savino. “Leading the list of big changes is the all-new CRF250R featuring a whole new engine with fuel injection and an all-new twin-spar aluminum frame. These new 2010 models together with the 2009 and 2010 models already released represents our complete line of Off-Road, ATV, Scooters and Side-by-Side vehicles. Later this year, we will be announcing additional street models. We’re excited about the extensive and varied line of products we continue to offer our customers for work and pleasure.”

More detailed information and images of Honda’s model line can be found on www.powersports.honda.com or see your local Honda powersports dealer.

Honda Off-Road: Play or competition, Honda’s line has it all from CRF50F to CRF450R

CRF250R
Topping the list of exciting news is the 2010 CRF250R motocrosser. Boasting an all-new, more powerful, more compact engine with electronic fuel injection and an all-new twin spar aluminum frame with the Honda Progressive Steering Damper (HPSD), the 2010 CRF250R continues Honda’s long-standing position of class dominance. This latest CRF250R sets a higher benchmark for impressive power and class-leading handling all rolled into one competition-ready package. Available in Red. In dealerships September 2009. MSRP: $7,199.00

CRF450R
The perennial darling of the enthusiast press and racers alike, the CRF450R returns in 2010 to take its rightful place at the head of the class. With class-leading power and handling, the CRF450R features the perfect blend of power, suspension and handling for a genuine revolution in the premier motocross class. Available in Red. In dealerships TBD. MSRP: $TBD

American Honda will also be offering a lineup of Honda Genuine Accessories developed by HRC for the CRF250R and CRF450R. The HRC-branded line will include both functional and cosmetic accessories. More information will be available later this summer.

Honda ATV’s and Side-by-Side: Working hard and playing hard, Honda’s line has it all from TRX90 to the Big Red

FourTrax Rancher/FourTrax Rancher ES
Over the years, the ready-and-willing FourTrax® Rancher® has proven itself to be a dependable partner from sunup to sundown, whether the day calls for work or fun. An optional Electric Shift Program (ESP®) allows for easy shifts with the touch of a handlebar-mounted button. Factor in a powerful, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected 420cc engine and you’ll see why the FourTrax Rancher has long remained a favorite. For 2010, the Rancher and Rancher ES also feature a new seat with added foam padding for increased comfort and a new rack design that facilitates easier cargo lashing. Available in Red and Olive. In dealerships January 2010. MSRP: $TBD

FourTrax Rancher 4×4/FourTrax Rancher 4×4 with Electric Power Steering
The full-size ATV with full-on get-it-done capabilities, the manual-shift FourTrax Rancher 4×4 offers an impressive list of standard features including selectable 4WD/2WD TraxLok®, a torque-sensitive front differential and a torquey liquid-cooled, fuel-injected 420cc engine. In addition, the Rancher 4×4 can be had with the ease and convenience of Honda’s Electric Power Steering (EPS). Both the 4×4 and EPS models receive pre-load adjustable front and rear suspension for 2010 that can be altered to suit specific riding conditions and terrain. Other upgrades for 2010 include a new seat with added foam padding for increased comfort and a new rack design that facilitates easier cargo lashing. Available in Red, Olive and Natural Gear Camouflage. In dealerships September 2009.MSRP: $5,999.00 – $6,799.00

FourTrax Rancher 4×4 ES/FourTrax Rancher 4×4 ES with Electric Power Steering
Talk about a winning ATV that comes factory-loaded with plenty of gotta-have-it features: The FourTrax Rancher 4×4 ES brings to riders Honda’s remarkable Electric Shift Program (ESP) that makes gear shifts as easy as touching a button, selectable 4WD/2WD TraxLok, a torque-sensitive front differential and fuel injection. To top it off, the Rancher 4×4 ES is also available with the riding ease delivered by Honda’s Electric Power Steering (EPS). For 2010, both the 4×4 ES and 4×4 ES with EPS feature pre-load adjustable front and rear suspension that can be altered to suit specific riding conditions and terrain. Additional upgrades for 2010 include a new seat with added foam padding for increased comfort and a new rack design that facilitates easier cargo lashing. Available in Red, Olive and Natural Gear Camouflage. In dealerships September 2009. MSRP: $6,199.00 – $6,999.00

FourTrax Rancher AT/FourTrax Rancher AT with Electric Power Steering
The FourTrax Rancher AT brings a true automatic five-speed transmission to the popular Rancher lineup that gives the rider the option to choose between a fully automatic mode and Electric Shift Program (ESP), which allows for easy pushbutton shifting. Consider also the independent rear suspension, selectable 4WD/2WD TraxLok and a rugged torque-sensitive front differential, plus a variation with Electric Power Steering (EPS), and it’s clear there isn’t a better choice for reliable and rewarding ATV recreation. For 2010, the Rancher ATs also receive a new seat with added foam padding for increased comfort and a new rack design that facilitates easier cargo lashing. Available in Red, Olive and Natural Gear Camouflage. In dealerships September 2009. MSRP: $7,299.00 – $7,699.00

FourTrax Rincon
The legendary FourTrax Rincon® tops Honda’s line of ATVs and features a powerful 675cc engine, independent rear suspension, electronic fuel injection, Honda Automatic Transmission, front and rear hydraulic disc brakes and more – features that all work together to place this ATV in a class of one. Available in Red, Olive and Natural Gear Camouflage. In dealerships September 2009. MSRP: $8,599.00 – $8,999.00

Big Red
Introducing the 2010 Big Red™, a Side-by-Side workhorse built the Honda way. With industry leading safety features like 3-point Emergency Locking Retractor seatbelts, separate brake lines that keep your brakes working even if a line gets severed, and a wide stance for a stable ride, it’s the Multipurpose Utility Vehicle (MUV) that only Honda could build and fittingly enough it’s called Big Red. Its multiple patents and numerous automotive-based technology features – not to mention Honda’s renowned quality, fit and finish – separate it from all other contenders. Thanks to its superior handling, secure feel and comfortable ride, Big Red has quickly set new standards of performance for both utility and recreational riders. A full line of more than 30 high-quality Honda Genuine Accessories is also available for Big Red, including windshields, tops and bumpers. For 2010, a new Olive color joins Red and Natural Gear Camouflage. In dealerships September 2009. MSRP: $11,699.00 (Olive)

Gold Wing
Hailed the world over as the undisputed champion of two-wheeled touring, the Honda Gold Wing® 1800 continues its reign as king of the road in 2010 as it brings an unmatched array of amenities for the long-haul rider. Luxury package options for GPS navigation, airbag, cold-weather comfort and XM Radio with NavTraffic and NavWeather are available. A complete line of Honda Genuine Accessories is also available for the Gold Wing. For 2010, new colors including Metallic Red and Metallic Black join Metallic Titanium and Pearl Yellow. In dealerships September 2009. MSRP: $22,899.00 – $27,999.00

In the all-new and lighter 2009 CRF450R, a brand-new engine with electronic fuel injection, developed concurrently with an entirely new rolling chassis, work together to deliver 450-class-leading power along with 250-style handling. It’s an unprecedented blend of power, suspension and handling that together bring a genuine revolution to the premier motocross class.

Features & Benefits

New for 2009

* All new lighter engine
* Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI)
* All-new fifth generation aluminum frame features a longer swing arm, and a lower CG for improved acceleration and better front wheel traction
* Kayaba front and rear suspension
* Redesigned higher-capacity airbox improves filter access
* Innovative exhaust system improves mass centralization
* All new bodywork

Engine/Drivetrain

* All-new engine spins faster-11,450 rpm-and harder, churning out 56.3 bhp at 8500 rpm and 37.5 lb./ft. of torque at 7000 rpm.
* Liquid-cooled four-valve Unicam® 449cc engine produces more than 125.3 hp per liter and now utilizes a four-lobe camshaft and individual rocker arms for each exhaust valve to reduce weight and contribute to higher rpm ceiling.
* Engine completely redesigned to lower the overall height and position it closer to front wheel, resulting in a lower overall Cg and better weight distribution for better handling.
* Engine height reduced by shortening length of connecting rod 3.5mm (105.6 to 102.1mm) to allow shorter cylinder.
* Relocated crankshaft main journal cradles (inside of flywheels) allows reduction of connecting rod big-end diameter (34 to 33mm), reducing weight while maintaining overall strength. Crankshaft cutaway eliminates piston skirt contact at BDC, also reducing weight.
* Reshaped cylinder head combustion chamber is shorter yet has a larger volume squish area for better flame propagation.
* Lightweight titanium intake valves and redesigned valve springs reduce overall engine height and permit higher rpm. New intake valve stem diameters reduced (5.5 to 5.0mm).
* Lower camshaft mount built into the cylinder head to reduce weight and engine height.
* Cam sprocket now press-fitted to camshaft, reducing weight by 20 grams compared to previous bolted design.
* Cylinder attaches to engines cases with through-bolts instead of studs, allowing in frame cylinder removal.
* New forged slipper-piston material permits thinner crown, contributing to shorter cylinder height. Low-friction surface treatment assures high-rev potential.
* Lightweight Ni-SiC cylinder lining provides cooler and quieter operation for extended engine life.
* Redesigned auto decompression and hot restart procedure is simplified and lighter with cam-integrated plunger and shaft-integrated decompression weight for easy starting in hot or cold conditions.
* All-new Programmed Fuel Injection system (PGM-FI) utilizes a 50mm throttle body design with 12-hole injection nozzle fed by lightweight 50-psi pump to ensure optimum fuel atomization and precisely targeted fuel charge. System also achieves an improvement in fuel consumption.
* PGM-FI system monitors throttle position, intake air and coolant temperatures, air pressure and gear position to accurately map fuel charge and ignition spark, significantly improving partial-throttle response and helping assure excellent rideability.
* AC generator enlarged to service PGM-FI system. Two crankshaft position sensors quickly determine crank position to provide quick starts, hot or cold.
* Twin-sump lubrication system separates the oil supply for the crankshaft, piston and valve train from the clutch and transmission. This ensures a cool supply of oil to the clutch, eliminates clutch and transmission material contamination of the engine oil and reduces the amount of circulating oil allowing the oil pump size to be reduced.
* Redesigned exhaust system incorporates a left-side cylinder head exhaust port, increasing header length and allows muffler to be positioned closer to center of mass, contributing to significantly improved weight distribution and handling.
* Gear-driven balancer reduces vibration and drives the water pump.
* New mechanical water pump seal improves durability.
* Coolant flow rerouted outside engine cases via bolt-on flange/jacket, allowing reduction of crankcase and cylinder width, and overall weight.
* Oil pump strainer now built into the engine case to reduce parts and weight.
* Eight clutch plates handle the engine’s massive torque while the number of clutch springs is reduced from 6 to 4. This reduces centrifugal weight, allowing the engine rev quicker.
* Kashima coating applied to the clutch basket, clutch center and pressure plate improve clutch life and clutch feel.
* Numerous transmission modifications narrow transmission width and reduce weight without sacrificing durability.

Chassis/Suspension

* Fifth-generation Twin-Spar Aluminum Frame with forged-aluminum steering head is now 14 ounces lighter than previous design. Spar height was reduced (70 to 66mm) and width was narrowed (27 to 26mm). Stronger downtubes improve front-end feel.
* Steering response and overall handling were improved by moving steering head pipe back 10mm (and closer to swingarm pivot).. Positioning the front wheel 15mm farther back and closer to crankshaft.
* Swingarm is 18mm longer for improved traction.
* Frame, steering head and swingarm modifications permit a reduction in triple clamp offset (22 to 20mm).
* Swingarm cross-member wall thickness was reduced (3.75 to 3.0mm) to save weight.
* Forged swingarm pivot plates increase rigidity for improved handling.
* Lower engine frame rails are widened and beveled to provide added cornering clearance.
* Removable rear subframe was redesigned to eliminate brackets and cross-members. Shape altered to improved air filter access and narrow the bike profile.
* Honda Progressive Steering Damper (HPSD) revalved for more linear damping. HPSD features a compact damper attached to the lower triple clamp and the steering head to allow more aggressive steering characteristics and assist straight-line handling. Damping action smoothly progresses as handlebar deflection increases, which produces very natural steering characteristics and feel.
* Front and rear wheels feature HRC works-type lightweight aluminum spoke nipples.
* Front wheel featuring new stiffer axle collar provides excellent rigidity.
* Rear axle diameter of 25mm and large-diameter bearings provide additional rigidity. Axle wall thickness reduced (2.5 to 2.2mm) to save weight (38 grams) while axle collar is strengthened for better rigidity.
* Revised, sophisticated Inverted Air-Oil-Separated (AOS) fork features exclusive Honda 48mm diameter fork made by Kayaba with all-new damping and spring settings.
* Pro-Link Rear Suspension features exclusive Kayaba integrated reservoir with all-new damping and spring settings.
* Large 50mm rear shock damper piston diameter for consistent performance under demanding riding conditions.
* HRC works-style rear brake system integrates the rear master-cylinder and fluid reservoir, eliminating the separate reservoir and hose.
* Link-type front brake master cylinder and a lightweight brake rotor provide strong braking.
* Re-shaped works style 240mm front brake rotor is 1.3 ounces lighter. Front disc guard is smaller, lighter and vented.
* 240mm rear brake rotor features works style pattern and is 1 ounce lighter. New plastic disc guard saves 4 grams of weight.

Additional Features

* Honda First: Engine stop switch features an integrated LED pre-ride check indicator with EFI diagnostic capability to ensure CRF450R is operating at maximum capacity.
* New grey color magnesium head cover, clutch cover and left side cover.
* Clutch cover profile reshaped for improved foot placement.
* Left side oil check dip-stick replaces sight glass.
* Redesigned higher-capacity airbox improves filter access.
* New sidecover shape is narrower and improves flow to airbox.
* Redesigned radiator shrouds are narrowed to aid rider movement.
* Kickstarter arm reshaped to reduce weight.
* Seat base redesigned to reduce overall height and width while maintaining foam thickness.
* New handgrips are 3 mm longer and feature a softer compound and wire grooves.
* Front and rear fenders redesigned with greater rigidity; rear fender design helps prevent mud and debris from gathering on muffler.
* Removable engine mounts allow easier engine removal.
* Narrower engine allows right-side engine guard to be eliminated, saving weight.
* New fuel tank tether eliminates need to disconnect fuel line to work on top end.
* Rider ergonomics are optimized by adapting the handlebar, seat and footpeg height to place the rider’s legs at the narrowest part of the frame for improved comfort and handling feel.
* Lightweight aluminum brake pedal and shift lever are designed to complement new ergonomics.
* Fuel cap height is shorter, allowing rider to move farther forward on the tank.
* Brake pedal features optimized ratio to match integrated rear-brake master-cylinder design.
* Wide, cleated stainless steel footpegs provide excellent grip and are self-cleaning and corrosion resistant.
* Adjustable front brake lever for improved control.
* Quick-adjust clutch perch for easy cable adjustment.
* Aluminum Renthal handlebar (971 bend) is rubber-mounted to help reduce rider fatigue and improve comfort.
* Handlebar holders provide two different mounting positions to match rider preference.
* New handlebar grips add to rider comfort.
* Dunlop 742FA front and a new 120/80-19 D756 rear tires maximize traction.
* Washable, two-stage foam air filter for optimal engine protection and easy maintenance.
* Repackable silencer for maximum performance and minimal noise.
* Comfortable, durable controls and high-quality fasteners.
* Stainless steel clutch cable for long life.
* Honda Racing™-inspired colors and graphics.
* When you buy a new Honda Powersports Product, you may be eligible to receive a complimentary one year membership in the Honda Riders Club of America, which includes an exclusive Members-only magazine, rider training benefits, access to the Members-only Clubhouse website and much more. Some limitations apply. For more information on the HRCA, log on to www.hrca.honda.com.