Vital MX - Here's the latest from Honda with their 2016 CRF lineup, which includes some small revisions to the 450F and some engine upgrades fro the 250F.

2016 Honda CRF450R

The bike that earned six wins in the 2015 AMA Supercross series and finished on the podium at every round takes another step forward for next model year, with updates aimed at improving handling and traction. To enhance stability on the CRF450R, the fork is 5mm longer, while the rear suspension gets a new link and spring, as well as revised shock settings. The diameter of the chain roller has been reduced by 4mm to 34mm.

Color: Red

Price: $8,699

Availability: July 2015

Specifications

ENGINE

• Engine Type - 449cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke
• Bore And Stroke - 96mm x 62.1mm
• Compression Ratio - 12.5:1
• Valve Train - Unicam®, four-valve; 36mm intake, titanium; 31mm exhaust, steel
• Induction - Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI), 46mm throttle body
• Ignition - Full transistor with electronic advance

DRIVE TRAIN

• Transmission -Close-ratio five-speed
• Final Drive -#520 Chain; 13T/48T

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES

• Front Suspension -48mm inverted KYB PSF (Pneumatic Spring Fork) with air-adjustable spring rate, and rebound and compression-damping adjustability; 12.2 inches travel.
• Rear Suspension -Pro-Link® KYB single shock with adjustable spring preload, rebound damping adjustability, and compression damping adjustment separated into low-speed and highspeed; 12.4 inches travel
• Front Brake -Single 260mm disc with twin-piston caliper
• Rear Brake -Single 240mm disc
• Front Tire -Dunlop MX52F 80/100-21
• Rear Tire - Dunlop MX52 120/80-19

DIMENSIONS

• Wheelbase -58.7 inches
• Rake -27° 04' (Caster Angle)
• Trail -116mm (4.57 inches)
• Seat Height -37.5 inches
• Ground Clearance -13.0 inches
• Fuel Capacity -1.7 gallons
• Curb Weight -243 lbs (Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuel—ready to ride.)