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Honda CRF450R 2016

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2016 Honda CRF450R

450cc

4-stroke

53.0hp

Measured power

243lb

Curb weight

37.6in

Seat height

12.2in

Front travel

2016 Honda CRF450R overview

The 2016 Honda CRF450R is a 450cc motocross bike with a liquid-cooled, fuel-injected four-stroke single, SOHC four-valve head, and five-speed transmission. Its 12.5:1 compression ratio and 53 hp measured on a dyno suit its racing focus. The aluminum perimeter frame carries a 48mm KYB PSF air-adjustable fork with 12.2 in of travel and a Pro-Link KYB rear shock with 12.4 in of travel; the standard Honda Progressive Steering Damper (HPSD) and handlebar map switch are notable equipment. For 2016, the fork is 5mm longer, and the bike gets a new rear-shock linkage ratio and settings, rear damping adjusters with eight clicks per turn instead of four, and a smaller chain roller. It has a 37.6 in seat height, weighs 243 lb, and holds 1.66 gal of fuel.

Who it's for

This CRF450R is for motocross racers and riders who spend their time on a closed course, including competitors tuning suspension and engine mode for changing track conditions. Its 450cc four-stroke engine, race-focused suspension, and kickstarter fit riders seeking a competition machine rather than a general-purpose trail bike. The 37.6 in seat height and 243 lb curb weight are useful considerations when assessing fit and control before riding.

Quick facts

  • The 2016 Honda CRF450R has a 450cc fuel-injected 4-stroke engine, a 5-speed gearbox and kick start.
  • The 2016 CRF450R weighs 243 lb ready to ride and has a 37.6 in seat height.
  • The 2016 CRF450R runs 80/100-21 front and 120/80-19 rear tires.
  • The 2016 CRF450R takes 0.6 US qt (0.58 L) of 10W-30 engine oil; change it every 6 races or about 15 hours.
  • The 2016 CRF450R lists at $8,699 (US MSRP). It is not street legal in the US.

2016 Honda CRF450R specifications

Engine

Displacement
450cc
Stroke
4-stroke
Fuel system
Fuel injection
Bore × stroke
96 × 62.1 mm
Compression
12.5:1
Power (measured)
53.0 hp at the rear wheel
Cooling
Liquid
Configuration
Single-cylinder
Valve train
SOHC
Valves
4
Oil chamber
Dual
Engine oil
0.6 US qt (0.58 L)
Oil type
10W-30
Gearbox oil
0.7 US qt (0.64 L)
Coolant
1.0 US qt (0.94 L)

Clutch

Type
Wet multiplate
Actuation
Cable
Assist
None (standard clutch)

Drivetrain

Starting
Kick
Transmission
5-speed
Chain size
520
Chain links
116
Front sprocket
13T
Rear sprocket
48T

Dimensions

Seat height
37.6″
Ground clearance
13.1″
Wheelbase
58.8″
Width
32.6″
Height
50.2″
Length
86.4″
Curb weight
243 lb
Fuel capacity
1.66 gal

Price & warranty

Destination charge
$320
Colors
Red

Equipment

Honda Progressive Steering Damper (HPSD)
Standard

Frame & steering

Frame material
Aluminum
Architecture
Perimeter
Rake
27.3°
Trail
4.6″

Suspension

Front
48mm inverted KYB PSF (Pneumatic Spring Fork) with air-adjustable spring rate, and rebound and compression-damping adjustability
Front travel
12.2″
Rear
Pro-Link KYB single shock with adjustable spring preload, rebound damping adjustability, and compression damping adjustment separated into low-speed and high-speed
Rear travel
12.4″

Wheels & tires

Front wheel
21″
Rear wheel
19″
Front tire
80/100-21 51M Dunlop MX52F
Rear tire
120/80-19 63M Dunlop MX52

Brakes

Front disc
260 mm
Rear disc
240 mm

Stock features

Map switch
Yes
Street legal (US)
No

Battery / electrical

Battery
No

2016 Honda CRF450R maintenance

From the maker's manuals. Tap a row to see the manual page.

Service intervals

Change engine oil (first time)
After the first break-in ride
Change engine oil
Every 6 races or about 15 hours
Replace oil filter (first time)
After the first break-in ride
Replace oil filter
Every 6 races or about 15 hours
Change gearbox oil
Every 6 races or about 15 hours
Change gearbox oil
When the clutch discs and plates are replaced
Clean air filter
Every race or about 2.5 hours
Clean air filter
Every moto (dusty riding condition)
Inspect spark plug
Every race or about 2.5 hours

Spark plug

Spark plug
NGK SILMAR9A-9S
Plug gap
0.031 – 0.035 in (0.8 – 0.9 mm)
Spark plug (optional)
NGK SILMAR10A-9S

Torque specs

Oil drain bolt
12 ft‑lb (16 N·m, 1.6 kgf·m)
Oil filter cover bolts
7.4 ft‑lb (10 N·m, 1.0 kgf·m)
Gearbox oil drain plug
12 ft‑lb (16 N·m, 1.6 kgf·m)
Front axle nut
65 ft‑lb (88 N·m, 9.0 kgf·m)
Front axle pinch bolts
15 ft‑lb (20 N·m, 2.0 kgf·m)
Rear axle nut
94 ft‑lb (128 N·m, 13.1 kgf·m)
Upper triple clamp bolts
16 ft‑lb (22 N·m, 2.2 kgf·m)
Lower triple clamp bolts
15 ft‑lb (20 N·m, 2.0 kgf·m)
Steering stem nut
80 ft‑lb (108 N·m, 11.0 kgf·m)
Handlebar clamp bolts
16 ft‑lb (22 N·m, 2.2 kgf·m)
Front brake caliper mounting bolts
22 ft‑lb (30 N·m, 3.1 kgf·m)
Front brake disc nuts
12 ft‑lb (16 N·m, 1.6 kgf·m)
Rear brake disc nuts
12 ft‑lb (16 N·m, 1.6 kgf·m)
Rear sprocket nuts
24 ft‑lb (32 N·m, 3.3 kgf·m)
Front sprocket bolt
23 ft‑lb (31 N·m, 3.2 kgf·m)
Chain adjuster locknut
20 ft‑lb (27 N·m, 2.8 kgf·m)
Shock absorber mounting bolts
32 ft‑lb (44 N·m, 4.5 kgf·m)
Coolant drain bolt
7.4 ft‑lb (10 N·m, 1.0 kgf·m)

Parts that fit the 2016 Honda CRF450R

Exact parts for this bike. Tap one to see every store selling it, cheapest first.

Maintenance

Oil, filters, spark plug, battery, brakes and drive parts you replace as you ride.

Tires

Stock sizes, from the maker's manual.

Controls

Grips, and the throttle part each bike needs to fit them.

Prices include shipping where the store lists it and were checked Nov 1, 2026. A store that doesn't list its shipping is placed as if it charged what the other stores do. Prices change, so confirm at the store before you buy.

2016 Honda CRF450R vs 2015

New for 2016: Fork 5mm longer, new shock linkage ratio and settings, rear damping adjusters with eight clicks per turn (was four) and a smaller chain roller. Of the specs below, the 2016 Honda CRF450R sits 0.1 in taller and has a 0.1 in longer wheelbase, compared with the 2015 model.

Spec20152016Changed
MSRP$8,699Same
Displacement450ccSame
Curb weight243 lbSame
Seat height37.5 in37.6 inNew
Front travel12.2 inSame
Rear travel12.4 inSame
Fuel1.66 galSame
Gearbox5-speedSame
Front tire80/100-21 51M Dunlop MX52FSame
Rear tire120/80-19 63M Dunlop MX52Same
Wheelbase58.7 in58.8 inNew

2016 Honda CRF450R photos

Honda CRF450R FAQ

  1. How much power does the 2016 Honda CRF450R make?

    It measured 53 hp on a dyno.

  2. What engine does the 2016 Honda CRF450R have?

    It has a 450cc liquid-cooled, fuel-injected four-stroke single-cylinder engine with a SOHC four-valve layout.

  3. How tall is the seat on the 2016 Honda CRF450R?

    The seat height is 37.6 in.

  4. How much does the 2016 Honda CRF450R weigh?

    Its curb weight is 243 lb.

  5. How much suspension travel does the 2016 Honda CRF450R have?

    It has 12.2 in of front travel and 12.4 in of rear travel.

  6. What is the fuel capacity of the 2016 Honda CRF450R?

    The fuel capacity is 1.66 gal.

  7. What engine oil does the 2016 Honda CRF450R use, and how much does it hold?

    It uses 10W-30 engine oil and has a 0.6 US qt (0.58 L) engine oil capacity.

  8. Is the 2016 Honda CRF450R street legal?

    No. It is not street legal in the US.

  9. How much did the 2016 Honda CRF450R cost new?

    The MSRP was $8,699, plus a $320 destination charge.

  10. What size tires does the 2016 Honda CRF450R use?

    80/100-21 front and 120/80-19 rear.

  11. What spark plug does the 2016 Honda CRF450R take?

    NGK SILMAR9A-9S, gapped 0.031 – 0.035 in (0.8 – 0.9 mm).

  12. What chain and sprockets does the 2016 Honda CRF450R use?

    A 520 chain with 116 links on a 13-tooth front and 48-tooth rear sprocket.

  13. Is the 2016 Honda CRF450R different from the 2015 model?

    Yes. New for 2016: a 5mm longer fork, a new rear-suspension link ratio and settings, rear damping adjusters with eight clicks per turn (was four) and a smaller chain roller. Among the main specs, the 2016 Honda CRF450R sits 0.1 in taller and has a 0.1 in longer wheelbase, compared with the 2015 model.

Other Honda CRF450R model years

Specs from Honda's owner's manual, Honda's website and published spec sheets. Updated .