Honda CRF450R

2019 450 Shootout - Vital MX (video)

What's the best 2019 450cc Motocross bike? Check out our latest Shootout to find out when we place these machines against each other: 2019 Honda CRF450R vs Kawasaki KX450 vs. Yamaha YZ450F vs. Suzuki RM-Z450 vs. Husqvarna FC 450 vs. KTM 450 SX-F.

Posted by Klinger on 9/20/2018 11:28 AM

2019 Vital MX 450 Shootout (feature story)

Posted by ML512 on 8/16/2018 6:38 PM

First Look: 2019 Honda CRF450R Works Edition - Yoshimura System (feature story)

Posted by ML512 on 8/6/2018 10:31 AM

Honda has hit the third-year mark on the fifth generation CRF450R, meaning it was time for a mid-gen update. In this case, Honda has attempted to complete the overall handling characteristics of the CRF450R by making a host of frame changes towards the rear of the bike, along with a new swingarm...

Posted by ML512 on 7/23/2018 8:54 AM

Tested: Rocket Performance Honda CRF450R (feature story)

Posted by ML512 on 6/5/2018 1:47 PM

Five Cool Things About Vital MX's Dream Bike (feature story)

Posted by ML512 on 5/25/2018 9:00 AM

First Look: 2019 Honda CRF Motocross, XC, Off-Road, and Dual Sport (feature story)

Posted by ML512 on 5/23/2018 8:43 AM

Five Cool Things About Vital MX's Dream Bike (feature story)

Posted by ML512 on 5/12/2018 3:22 PM

Vital MX Shootout: The Best Honda CRF450R Exhaust System (feature story)

Posted by ML512 on 3/27/2018 8:20 AM

Time to Win the Vital MX 2018 Honda CRF450R Dream Bike (feature story)

Posted by ML512 on 3/12/2018 12:45 PM

2018 Vital MX 450 Shootout (feature story)

Posted by ML512 on 9/14/2017 6:15 PM

First Look: 2018 Honda CRF450R and CRF450RX (feature story)

Posted by ML512 on 5/9/2017 10:13 AM

First Impressions: 2017 Honda CRF450R (video)

Here we are, finally, riding one of the most anticipated new bikes in years. No matter what the other manufactures come out with, a new bike from Honda really catches anyones attention and it certainly has ours. We've gone over this bike with a fine comb a few times now (Spy Photos & First L...

Posted by ML512 on 10/19/2016 8:16 PM

Walk-Around: 2017 Honda CRF450R Intro (video)

It's finally time for Vital MX to test out the 2017 Honda CRF450R. We're in Alabama for the first ride aboard the new machine, but before our first test day we've done a little walk-around of the bike to cover some of the major features, plus announce the release date to dealers and pricing.

Posted by ML512 on 10/18/2016 11:00 PM

First Look: 2017 Honda CRF450R and CRF450RX (photo album)

Posted by ML512 on 8/10/2016 11:55 PM

Vital MX Poll: Honda HRC VS. Geico Honda (feature story)

Posted by ML512 on 5/16/2016 3:20 PM

Bike of the Month: Billy Goske's 2015 CRF450R (feature story)

Posted by ML512 on 1/2/2016 3:04 PM

2016 Vital MX 450 Shootout - Video Edition (video)

Looking for the results of our 2016 450 Shootout in a short and sweet format, along with some on the bike action? Then check out the video version, where in about seven minutes we'll give you the pros and cons of each bike, along with their finishing position in our 2016 Shootout. To check ou...

Posted by ML512 on 10/28/2015 8:37 AM

2016 Vital MX 450 Shootout (feature story)

Posted by ML512 on 10/24/2015 12:10 AM

Tested: 2015 Honda CRF450R Yoshimura Project Bike (feature story)

Posted by ML512 on 7/30/2015 4:21 AM

First Impressions: 2016 Honda CRF450R (video)

Want to find out what's new on the 2016 Honda CRF450R? Hear our thoughts from our first day on the bike.

Posted by ML512 on 7/23/2015 12:20 AM

Tested: 2015 Honda CRF450R Project Bike (video)

Additional Info Overall, this build wasn't too extreme. The most time-consuming install on the bike was the Yoshimura cam, which requires you to transfer over the decompression unit from your stock cam. The second longest belongs to GET's GP1-EVO system, which is quite the electronics pac...

Posted by ML512 on 4/5/2015 9:58 AM

Vital MX 2015 450 Shootout: Which One is Best For You? (feature story)

Posted by ML512 on 1/23/2015 9:55 AM

First Impressions: Riding the 2015 Honda CRF450R (video)

Honda's Trey Canard came on strong during the last few nationals, including going 1-1 at the final round of the season. So how much of this race winning technology made its way into the 2015 CRF450R? We headed to Zaca Station to find out.

Posted by ML512 on 9/12/2014 10:15 AM

First Look: 2015 Honda CRF250R and CRF450R (feature story)

Posted by GuyB on 6/3/2014 8:20 AM

2014 Honda CRF Test (video)

The 2014 Honda range of motocross bikes are now available to the public. Both the CRF450R and CRF250R are available in three different versions. The standard issue, the Buildbase version and the Muscle Milk version. It's a difficult decision on what bike to choose, not only between these three ve...

Posted by www.toofastfilms.com on 9/27/2013 7:04 AM

Ride Engineering 2013 Honda CRF450R (video)

Ride Engineering's Adrian Ciomo set out to improve the handling and power characteristics of the 2013 Honda CRF450R. After months of testing, his crew eventually came up with a setup they were excited about and gave VitalMX a ring to come try it out.

Posted by bayodome on 6/14/2013 12:12 AM

Jeremy McGrath, the 2013 Honda 450, and FMF (news story)

Posted by GuyB on 10/11/2012 3:46 PM

FMF Honda 2013 CRF 450 Launch Featuring Jeremy McGrath (video)

The King, Jeremy McGrath, breaks down the new FMF Factory 4.1 Dual system for the 2013 Honda CRF 450. He talks about the new Honda, as well as talks about FMF Racing and the support, testing, and performance that FMF brings to Jeremy and his L&Mc Team.

Posted by GuyB on 10/11/2012 2:15 PM

Exclusive: Chad Reed Is Back! New Honda CRF450R Training For Supercross 2013 (video)

Chad Reed returns from injury, hitting the track on his new Honda CRF450R. Two-time Supercross Champion Chad Reed was ranked #2 in the 2012 Monster Energy Supercross series when disaster struck heading into Round 7 at Dallas. Reed and Villopoto were battling for first in the final lap of the main...

Posted by ocscottie on 9/14/2012 11:55 AM