Honda CRF450R 2021

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Dimblewambie 9/2/2020 2:14pm
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Meister wrote:
I would almost call the 21 a refined version. Sure the plastics are new but it's mainly tweaks to things that have already existed.
On Steve’s intense Tazer MX pod Keefer said that nearly the only thing interchangeable is the front wheel.
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hubbardmx50 9/2/2020 2:52pm
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cloud41 wrote:
I see this bike having issues in its first production year.
And why’s that?
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brimx153 9/2/2020 4:30pm
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Gear box in 13 crf 450 s were bad . I know of 7 that went

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brimx153 9/2/2020 4:33pm
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Anyone know when the first test of it is .really looking forward to seeing it , the bike looks great imo .
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Donkey Kong 9/2/2020 4:37pm
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brimx153 wrote:
Anyone know when the first test of it is .really looking forward to seeing it , the bike looks great imo .
September 16th the embargo ends.
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Donkey Kong 9/2/2020 4:41pm
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This narrative about first year bikes is stupid. Every manufacture had to figure out how to build 4 stroke bikes and there was a learning curve. Considering how refined these current bikes are and where we are with technology in 2020 no one should be afraid of 'first year bikes'. Also the 2021 Honda has the same engine so there's most of your would be problems gone right there.
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Chris_Buehler 9/2/2020 4:45pm
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Bad reputations for first year bikes stick in the memory for a long time. The 97 CR250 was a long time ago, but people don’t forget...
Bad reputations for first year bikes stick in the memory for a long time. The 97 CR250 was a long time ago, but people don’t forget. 2010 YZ450, same. What other first year bikes from back in the day were a big disappointment?

Nowadays, IMHO when there is a “bad” first year bike it’s really not that bad and easily fixed, not fatally flawed, but the small issues get blown out of proportion with mags and forums.

Don’t think there’s anything to worry about with new CRF.
stonerb wrote:
i never rode one, but a lot of people seemed to talk shit about the ‘09 CRF450s.
HATED mine. Came off a 2007 RMZ450 that I absolutely loved. Never felt good on that Honda
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jtiger12 9/5/2020 8:35am
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nascarnate326 wrote:
Isn't that EVERY bike/car/anything in its first production year? That being said my 17 450 was pretty awesome and had no major flaws the entire time...
Isn't that EVERY bike/car/anything in its first production year? That being said my 17 450 was pretty awesome and had no major flaws the entire time I owned it.
Agree. Came off a 2007 crf450, also a great bike. The only bike I haven't ridden yet to compare is a modern ktm450 (2016 up). The 21 KX450 is my second choice if this bike turns out to be a dud
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SwapperMX 9/5/2020 8:43am
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brimx153 wrote:
Gear box in 13 crf 450 s were bad . I know of 7 that went
2018 RM-Z450's with a heap of shock clevis's breaking.
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H4L 9/5/2020 12:37pm
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HATED mine. Came off a 2007 RMZ450 that I absolutely loved. Never felt good on that Honda
Had a different experience. I got to ride a fellow riders 07 RMZ & didn’t like the bike. It felt big, heavy with a flat feeling to the top end power.
Had 09 & 10 CRF450’s with MDK & FC suspension work done. Sorting out the suspension work along with a Yosh RS-4 & remap transformed the bike to an excellent mx weapon.
The 18 & 20 (WE) CRF450’s currently owned are very good from the showroom floor.
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H4L 9/5/2020 12:40pm
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Anticipating the ride reports on the 21 model..
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I too felt that the 07 rmz450 was flat on top that I rode. I'm sure the newer five speed ones are better. Thing cornered great though no doubt. Rode 05 crf450 same day as RMZ, that thing is one of my favorite bikes I've ever ridden talk about Rev lol. Easily as fast as my 17 crf450. Felt lighter too honestly
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jleews6 9/8/2020 8:45am
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I'm looking forward to the test also. I want to do some Florida trail riders races this winter and they are open and fast and my little 250rx doesn't have the top end it needs. I'm thinking about the 450RX. I hope its as good as my 250RX is.
Dylanmx51 9/15/2020 4:46am
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Kris Keefer wrote:
First ride reports by most media outlets should be up late evening September 16th or early the 17th. In the meantime, I talk a little about...
First ride reports by most media outlets should be up late evening September 16th or early the 17th. In the meantime, I talk a little about the bike on my podcast (Show #188).
Hi Kris,can you confirm the dates above ? Thx

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Kris Keefer 9/15/2020 2:56pm
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Kris Keefer wrote:
First ride reports by most media outlets should be up late evening September 16th or early the 17th. In the meantime, I talk a little about...
First ride reports by most media outlets should be up late evening September 16th or early the 17th. In the meantime, I talk a little about the bike on my podcast (Show #188).
Dylanmx51 wrote:
Hi Kris,can you confirm the dates above ? Thx
Media is testing/riding tomorrow and embargo lifts the 17th at 9AM Pacific. Looking forward to breaking it all down for you and seeing what everyone else thinks as well.
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hubbardmx50 9/15/2020 3:23pm
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gsxr6 wrote:
I too felt that the 07 rmz450 was flat on top that I rode. I'm sure the newer five speed ones are better. Thing cornered great...
I too felt that the 07 rmz450 was flat on top that I rode. I'm sure the newer five speed ones are better. Thing cornered great though no doubt. Rode 05 crf450 same day as RMZ, that thing is one of my favorite bikes I've ever ridden talk about Rev lol. Easily as fast as my 17 crf450. Felt lighter too honestly
The 2005 CRF450 was probably one of the best bikes made. If only it turned better. Thing had a monster motor with more tourque than anybody would ever need
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davis224 9/15/2020 3:39pm
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RCMXracing wrote:
Bad reputations for first year bikes stick in the memory for a long time. The 97 CR250 was a long time ago, but people don’t forget...
Bad reputations for first year bikes stick in the memory for a long time. The 97 CR250 was a long time ago, but people don’t forget. 2010 YZ450, same. What other first year bikes from back in the day were a big disappointment?

Nowadays, IMHO when there is a “bad” first year bike it’s really not that bad and easily fixed, not fatally flawed, but the small issues get blown out of proportion with mags and forums.

Don’t think there’s anything to worry about with new CRF.
stonerb wrote:
i never rode one, but a lot of people seemed to talk shit about the ‘09 CRF450s.
Chris_Buehler wrote:
HATED mine. Came off a 2007 RMZ450 that I absolutely loved. Never felt good on that Honda
I LOVED my 2010 (pretty sure it was a BNG bike) after a few minor tweaks. Stiffer fork springs, linkage, added extra oil to the trans side to keep the clutch from fading. Over 100 hours with 0 issues, never anything but clean oil and a clean filter.
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Phil109 9/15/2020 6:55pm
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My 05 and 07 Honda 450’s were the best bikes I’ve ever owned and ridden. Besides shitty rims lol
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Meister 9/16/2020 12:51pm
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Keefer, sum it up in 3 words.
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Mr. Info 9/16/2020 3:07pm
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It is worth every penny. The test today was the best ever.
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Brent 9/16/2020 3:51pm
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Did they have the Works Edition out for testing, or just the standard bike?
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I'm like a kid on Christmas Eve. I may not be able to sleep tonight
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PRM31 9/16/2020 4:25pm
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The initial tests are nearly always glowing. 8 months to a year later you start to hear about how this and that is not good and must be fixed.
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