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Honda CRF450RWE 2022

Renamed Honda CRF450R HRC Works Edition for 2027.

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Motocross / Racing

2022 Honda CRF450RWE

450cc

4-stroke

60.0hp

Measured power

244lb

Curb weight

38in

Seat height

12.2in

Front travel

2022 Honda CRF450RWE overview

Where it ridesRace-ready
  • Street
  • Trail
  • Woods
  • Rocks
  • Desert
  • Track

The 2022 Honda CRF450RWE is a motocross race bike with a fuel-injected, liquid-cooled 450 cc four-stroke single, SOHC valve train and four valves. Its Works Edition equipment includes a Hinson clutch basket and cover, Yoshimura full titanium exhaust, Twin Air air filter, hand-polished cylinder ports, D.I.D DirtStar LT-X rims and a special gold chain, along with other race-shop upgrades. The fork tubes have Kashima coating, and the fork legs and 18 mm shock shaft have titanium-nitride coatings.

For 2022, it gets an updated ECU for drivability and revised suspension valving, as on the CRF450R. Honda Selectable Torque Control, HRC Launch Control and a titanium fuel tank are standard equipment.

Who it's for

This bike suits motocross racers and other experienced riders looking for a race-focused 450 cc machine for closed-course riding. Its 38 in seat height and 244-pound curb weight call for a rider comfortable managing a tall, substantial bike, while its measured 60 hp output makes it a better fit for riders prepared for strong four-stroke power than for beginners. It is not street legal in the US.

Quick facts

  • The 2022 Honda CRF450RWE has a 450cc fuel-injected 4-stroke engine, a 5-speed gearbox and electric start.
  • The 2022 CRF450RWE weighs 244 lb ready to ride and has a 38 in seat height.
  • The 2022 CRF450RWE runs 80/100-21 front and 120/80-19 rear tires.
  • The 2022 CRF450RWE takes 1.1 US qt (1.0 L) of 10W-30 engine oil; change it every 6 races or about 15 hours.
  • The 2022 CRF450RWE listed at $12,399 (US MSRP). It is not street legal in the US.

2022 Honda CRF450RWE photos

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2022 Honda CRF450RWE specifications

Engine

Displacement
450cc
Stroke
4-stroke
Fuel system
Fuel injection
Bore × stroke
96 × 62.1 mm
Compression
13.5:1
Power (measured)
60.0 hp at the rear wheel
Torque
37 ft-lb
Cooling
Liquid
Configuration
Single-cylinder
Valve train
SOHC
Valves
4
Engine oil
1.1 US qt (1.0 L)
Oil type
10W-30
Coolant
1.14 US qt (1.08 L)

Clutch

Type
Wet multiplate
Actuation
Hydraulic
Assist
None (standard clutch)

Drivetrain

Starting
Electric
Transmission
5-speed
Chain size
520
Chain links
114
Front sprocket
13T
Rear sprocket
49T

Dimensions

Seat height
38″
Ground clearance
13.2″
Wheelbase
58.3″
Width
32.6″
Height
49.9″
Length
85.9″
Curb weight
244 lb
Fuel capacity
1.7 gal

Price & warranty

Colors
Red
Warranty
Sold “as is” with no warranties.

Equipment

Titanium fuel tank
Standard
HRC Launch Control
Standard
Honda Selectable Torque Control
Standard

Frame & steering

Frame material
Aluminum
Rake
27.1°
Trail
4.5″

Suspension

Front
49 mm fully adjustable leading-axle inverted telescopic Showa coil-spring fork; Kashima coating on fork tubes and titanium-nitride coating on fork legs
Front travel
12.2″
Rear
Pro-Link system; fully adjustable Showa single shock
Rear travel
12.4″

Wheels & tires

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

Brakes

Front disc
260 mm
Rear disc
240 mm

Stock features

Map switch
Yes
Skid plate
Yes
Street legal (US)
No

Battery / electrical

Battery
Yes
OEM battery
HY85S
Chemistry
Lithium
Voltage
12V
Capacity
2 Ah

2022 Honda CRF450RWE maintenance

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

Service intervals

Inspect engine oil
Every race or about 2.5 hours
Change engine oil
Every 6 races or about 15 hours
Replace oil filter
Every 6 races or about 15 hours
Clean air filter
Every race or about 2.5 hours
Inspect spark plug
Every race or about 2.5 hours

Spark plug

Spark plug
NGK SILMAR10A-9S
Plug gap
0.031 – 0.035 in (0.80 – 0.90 mm)
Spark plug (optional)
NGK SILMAR9A-9S

Torque specs

Oil drain bolt
13 ft‑lb (18 N·m, 1.8 kgf·m)
Spark plug
16 ft‑lb (22 N·m, 2.2 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)
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)
Rear sprocket nuts
30 ft‑lb (40 N·m, 4.1 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 nuts
32 ft‑lb (44 N·m, 4.5 kgf·m)

Parts that fit the 2022 Honda CRF450RWE

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.

Controls

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

Prices include shipping where the store lists it and were checked Nov 2, 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.

2022 Honda CRF450RWE vs 2021

New for 2022: An updated ECU for drivability and revised suspension valving, as on the CRF450R. Of the specs below, only the price changed: it has a $19 higher MSRP than the 2021 model.

Spec20212022Changed
MSRP$12,380$12,399Changed
Displacement450ccSame
Curb weight244 lbSame
Seat height38 inSame
Front travel12.2 inSame
Rear travel12.4 inSame
Fuel1.7 galSame
Gearbox5-speedSame
Front tire80/100-21 51MSame
Rear tire120/80-19 63MSame

Honda CRF450RWE FAQ

  1. How much power does the 2022 Honda CRF450RWE make?

    It measured 60 hp on a dyno.

  2. What engine does the 2022 Honda CRF450RWE have?

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

  3. What is the seat height of the 2022 Honda CRF450RWE?

    The seat height is 38 in.

  4. How much does the 2022 Honda CRF450RWE weigh?

    Its curb weight is 244 lb.

  5. How much suspension travel does the 2022 Honda CRF450RWE have?

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

  6. What is the fuel capacity of the 2022 Honda CRF450RWE?

    The fuel capacity is 1.7 gal.

  7. What engine oil does the 2022 Honda CRF450RWE use?

    It uses 10W-30 oil, with an engine oil capacity of 1.1 US qt (1.0 L).

  8. Is the 2022 Honda CRF450RWE street legal?

    It is not street legal in the US.

  9. What was the MSRP of the 2022 Honda CRF450RWE?

    The MSRP was $12,399.

  10. How is the 2022 Honda CRF450RWE different from the CRF450R?

    The Works Edition has a Hinson clutch basket and cover, Yoshimura full titanium exhaust, Twin Air air filter, hand-polished cylinder ports, red cylinder-head cover, D.I.D DirtStar LT-X rims, titanium-nitride-coated fork legs, a titanium-nitride-coated 18 mm shock shaft, special gold chain, black anodized triple clamps, Renthal Kevlar grips, Throttle Jockey Team Honda HRC graphics and seat cover, and Kashima coating on the fork tubes. Its fuel capacity is 1.7 gal vs 1.66 gal, and its MSRP was $12,399 vs $9,599.

  11. What size tires does the 2022 Honda CRF450RWE use?

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

  12. What spark plug does the 2022 Honda CRF450RWE take?

    NGK SILMAR10A-9S, gapped 0.031 – 0.035 in (0.80 – 0.90 mm).

  13. What chain and sprockets does the 2022 Honda CRF450RWE use?

    A 520 chain with 114 links on a 13-tooth front and 49-tooth rear sprocket.

  14. Is the 2022 Honda CRF450RWE different from the 2021 model?

    Yes. New for 2022: An updated ECU for drivability and revised suspension valving, as on the CRF450R. Among the main specs, only the price changed: it has a $19 higher MSRP than the 2021 model.

Other Honda CRF450R HRC Works Edition model years

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