Show us your 2021 crf450

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Meister 3/30/2021 5:47pm
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Stock valving, my springs, 106 feels good. Thought it felt off after daytona and checked it and it was 102. Went back to 106 and felt good again.
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mattbmx63 3/30/2021 7:11pm
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Stock valving, 106mm and it feels great. Doesn’t do anything weird, much better than my 2018 was
mxrider118 3/31/2021 5:57am
3/31/2021 5:57am
mxrider118 wrote:
what is everyone running for sag on these bikes. I got the revalve and my tuner told me 110sag. Keefer recommends 106 on stock valving
afk66 wrote:
I’m revalved running stock springs. Currently at 108mm started with 105mm. 2mm fork height. Seems to be better, I do feel like even with the revalve...
I’m revalved running stock springs. Currently at 108mm started with 105mm. 2mm fork height. Seems to be better, I do feel like even with the revalve the front / rear is soft.
what is your weight and skill level. What are your settings from your tuner. I should be riding it this weekend for this first time.
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mxrider118 wrote:
what is everyone running for sag on these bikes. I got the revalve and my tuner told me 110sag. Keefer recommends 106 on stock valving
afk66 wrote:
I’m revalved running stock springs. Currently at 108mm started with 105mm. 2mm fork height. Seems to be better, I do feel like even with the revalve...
I’m revalved running stock springs. Currently at 108mm started with 105mm. 2mm fork height. Seems to be better, I do feel like even with the revalve the front / rear is soft.
mxrider118 wrote:
what is your weight and skill level. What are your settings from your tuner. I should be riding it this weekend for this first time.
I'm in the 175-185 range - summer more towards 175. B level rider. And went with Factory connection for suspension.

It feels good at this point, but I do still have some hold up issues under heavier front end braking. I'm 8 clicks out on compression.

10 Clicks out on lowspeed compression rear
3 turns out on high speed compression - helped a lot.
Sag is currently 108mm
Fork height 2mm

This seems so far to help a lot with the slight front end diving on harsh front end braking. I don't have a ton of hours on it yet so I'm still working through things - as to whether I want to consider going up a spring rate front and rear or not.

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MontyMX815 4/1/2021 12:21pm
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Anyone find a place to buy a new clutch lever for a 21. Went full goon and popped mine off in a tip over, cannot seem to find a replacement.
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Asv has levers ready to ship going to order some tomorrow
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mattbmx63 4/1/2021 6:32pm
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MontyMX815 wrote:
Anyone find a place to buy a new clutch lever for a 21. Went full goon and popped mine off in a tip over, cannot seem...
Anyone find a place to buy a new clutch lever for a 21. Went full goon and popped mine off in a tip over, cannot seem to find a replacement.
There are some, I have gotten some spares
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First ride today.

Didnt gel with it at all, felt like riding a ktm.
Coming off a 2020 crf450 this was weird.
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sebastianer 5/26/2021 11:05am
5/26/2021 11:05am
Lastander wrote:
[img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2021/04/12/487379/s1200_55D6B219_2472_4AF7_91F8_32AE2841D728.jpg[/img] First ride today. Didnt gel with it at all, felt like riding a ktm. Coming off a 2020 crf450 this was weird.




First ride today.

Didnt gel with it at all, felt like riding a ktm.
Coming off a 2020 crf450 this was weird.
So do you like it more now ? or do you wish you had you 2020 ?
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mattbmx63 6/6/2021 8:16pm
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12 hours on my 21 works edition and now it’s bogging bad lower half of rpm range. Had Ecu update prior to ever riding it. Forks make a clunking noise sometimes on small bumps. Not at all impressed..... 6 previous Honda’s and never an issue...
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TeamGreen 6/6/2021 8:25pm
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Well, the thread says show us your ‘21 CRF450...Grinning

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vitalriderCrf 6/6/2021 9:16pm
6/6/2021 9:16pm
mattbmx63 wrote:
12 hours on my 21 works edition and now it’s bogging bad lower half of rpm range. Had Ecu update prior to ever riding it. Forks...
12 hours on my 21 works edition and now it’s bogging bad lower half of rpm range. Had Ecu update prior to ever riding it. Forks make a clunking noise sometimes on small bumps. Not at all impressed..... 6 previous Honda’s and never an issue...
Jeez, that sucks man. Keep us updated on what you find out. Hopefully it can all be resolved
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mattbmx63 6/12/2021 8:22am
6/12/2021 8:22am
New air filter, fuel filter and new can of Sunoco optima, bike still has serious bog down low. Seems to have started when it warm up and the humidity came up. Tried a buddies new husky 450, no hog at all.

Honda dealer seems to have no ideas. Anyone running into this issue?
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fogmoto 6/12/2021 9:37am
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mattbmx63 wrote:
New air filter, fuel filter and new can of Sunoco optima, bike still has serious bog down low. Seems to have started when it warm up...
New air filter, fuel filter and new can of Sunoco optima, bike still has serious bog down low. Seems to have started when it warm up and the humidity came up. Tried a buddies new husky 450, no hog at all.

Honda dealer seems to have no ideas. Anyone running into this issue?
I would look into the fuel injector. Supposedly Honda had a bad batch of injectors and were changing them out for free if your bike was affected. Worth a shot
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Pink 6/12/2021 10:06am
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I called the dealer to flash my ecu, gave them my vin number. They told me there was no update for mine???
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@lips395 6/12/2021 8:44pm
6/12/2021 8:44pm Edited Date/Time 6/12/2021 8:54pm
Love building new bikes so easy to work on compared to a used bike
I had my suspension revalved using a aftermarket Krooztune piston upgrade in the shock. Coated the suspension Kashima and TiN ,then added a exhaust system and I also machined the hubs to clean them up nicer, few other things you can see in the pics bike is a absolute blast so happy with it



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mxb2 6/12/2021 8:59pm
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@lips395 wrote:
Love building new bikes so easy to work on compared to a used bike I had my suspension revalved using a aftermarket Krooztune piston upgrade in...
Love building new bikes so easy to work on compared to a used bike
I had my suspension revalved using a aftermarket Krooztune piston upgrade in the shock. Coated the suspension Kashima and TiN ,then added a exhaust system and I also machined the hubs to clean them up nicer, few other things you can see in the pics bike is a absolute blast so happy with it



Badass bike, .who did the coatings?
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@lips395 6/12/2021 9:35pm
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@lips395 wrote:
Love building new bikes so easy to work on compared to a used bike I had my suspension revalved using a aftermarket Krooztune piston upgrade in...
Love building new bikes so easy to work on compared to a used bike
I had my suspension revalved using a aftermarket Krooztune piston upgrade in the shock. Coated the suspension Kashima and TiN ,then added a exhaust system and I also machined the hubs to clean them up nicer, few other things you can see in the pics bike is a absolute blast so happy with it



mxb2 wrote:
Badass bike, .who did the coatings?
TiN was done by Precisions worx suspension in the States, Kashima done in Japan using a Australian vendor as I'm in Australia
then I used different companies in Australia for he spring which is candy red and the anodising was also another vendor, fair bit of messing around but the result I think is worth it
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@lips395 wrote:
Love building new bikes so easy to work on compared to a used bike I had my suspension revalved using a aftermarket Krooztune piston upgrade in...
Love building new bikes so easy to work on compared to a used bike
I had my suspension revalved using a aftermarket Krooztune piston upgrade in the shock. Coated the suspension Kashima and TiN ,then added a exhaust system and I also machined the hubs to clean them up nicer, few other things you can see in the pics bike is a absolute blast so happy with it



mxb2 wrote:
Badass bike, .who did the coatings?
@lips395 wrote:
TiN was done by Precisions worx suspension in the States, Kashima done in Japan using a Australian vendor as I'm in Australia then I used different...
TiN was done by Precisions worx suspension in the States, Kashima done in Japan using a Australian vendor as I'm in Australia
then I used different companies in Australia for he spring which is candy red and the anodising was also another vendor, fair bit of messing around but the result I think is worth it
Cool, thanks.
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DC101 6/13/2021 9:09am
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Does anyone know if a 2020 hinson 9 plate billetproof clutch kit will fit the 21? I have a new hinson setup sitting there, and a 21 on its way!
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Meister 6/13/2021 10:13am
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A little over 10 hours on my WE, things awesome.. I did have a couple boil over instances but believe it may have been warranted. Put a bigger cap on an no issue since.

I did eat through rear pads in no time.

Having TDR Motorsports in Ohio do my ecu has given me a headache free bike.

Before I ever rode it, I went 1 tooth up on the rear. I think that was a step backwards for me. Worked ok on super tight indoor stuff, but not for faster moto. Contrary to my thought process, it made my starts suffer. I'd get off the gate ok, but guys would pull me before I grabbed 3rd.. I'd also find myself stuck between 2nd n 3rd in certain areas of the track. My last ride I switched back to stock. Got a good start and didn't ever feel stuck in-between gears..
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Robinson340 wrote:
[img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2021/05/26/495256/s1200_EC06DEBE_4B18_4DCB_8795_CA49E4F5E571.jpg[/img]

Bike looks awesome!

Can I ask for the details on the wall behind your bench? Looking to do something similar on my workbench wall. Thanks!
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Camp332 wrote:
Bike looks awesome!

Can I ask for the details on the wall behind your bench? Looking to do something similar on my workbench wall. Thanks!
Thanks! My buddy that i had build the wall unit used slat wall so i can shelves, baskets, hooks, etc as needed. I have them on my other wall to hand string trimmers, shovels, rakes, etc . Eliminates alot of painting to be done this coming winter!
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SCRUBdesignz 6/15/2021 11:32am
6/15/2021 11:32am
10 hours on the bike in stock form and I love it!


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Robinson340 wrote:
[img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2021/05/26/495256/s1200_EC06DEBE_4B18_4DCB_8795_CA49E4F5E571.jpg[/img]

Camp332 wrote:
Bike looks awesome!

Can I ask for the details on the wall behind your bench? Looking to do something similar on my workbench wall. Thanks!
Robinson340 wrote:
Thanks! My buddy that i had build the wall unit used slat wall so i can shelves, baskets, hooks, etc as needed. I have them on...
Thanks! My buddy that i had build the wall unit used slat wall so i can shelves, baskets, hooks, etc as needed. I have them on my other wall to hand string trimmers, shovels, rakes, etc . Eliminates alot of painting to be done this coming winter!
Thanks for the reply! Found the slat wall stuff. Is your's PVC? or Wood/Particle?
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plano67 wrote:
[img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2021/03/08/482159/s1200_BB798148_28A2_42B4_B54A_A28D2D295C17.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2021/03/08/482160/s1200_3E1F6FAD_6DDB_4803_AF4D_EB4DDBF65C86.jpg[/img]


Yeti831 wrote:
Dude, what bar bend is that?

Looks roomy.
plano67 wrote:
997 bend
I’ve had 997 but had too much sweep for me unfortunately
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Lastander 6/15/2021 12:37pm
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Lastander wrote:
[img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2021/04/12/487379/s1200_55D6B219_2472_4AF7_91F8_32AE2841D728.jpg[/img] First ride today. Didnt gel with it at all, felt like riding a ktm. Coming off a 2020 crf450 this was weird.




First ride today.

Didnt gel with it at all, felt like riding a ktm.
Coming off a 2020 crf450 this was weird.
sebastianer wrote:
So do you like it more now ? or do you wish you had you 2020 ?
I actuallly really like it now, got the suspension done and its a brand new bike.

I have only 16 hours on it but i am way more comfortable to go faster than i was on the -20
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