2026 HONDA CRF450R TEST VIDEO

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This week we got our first chance to ride the 2026 Honda CRF450R. For the upcoming model year, this is one of many models across the motocross world that received no major changes compared to the 2025 version.

That means the bike still has excellent low-end torque. Peak power isn’t quite in the same league as the Yamaha or KTM, so you end up riding the bike at lower rpm than many 450s. Last year’s model featured changes to increase stability, including a more rigid overall design—specifically a more rigid front end with a bigger axle and a substantially changed frame. The 2025 model felt like it had slightly more power and more predictable handling than its predecessor.

We found the bike still feels a little soft. We stiffened up the front end and slid the fork down to increase stability. We also ran 107 mm of sag in the rear to help the rear end settle down.

Because there were no changes, if you owned the 2025 model, all of your aftermarket parts will transfer directly over to the 2026 model, so you should save them. Linkage (from Pro Circuit or Ride Engineering) and a full exhaust (from FMF, Dubach, Yoshimura, or Akrapovič) make a fairly big difference in performance and handling on this motorcycle. Offset bearings, such as the FCP offset bearings, were also noted as helping the bike achieve more stability overall. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price is $9699–which does not include tariff, destination or local fees. Join Mark Tilley, Travis Fant and the Dirt Bike crew at Glen Helen as they explore the 2026 CRF450R in depth.

 

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