2019 Honda CRF450X | First Impressions

[@nearkolob]

Hi Henrik! I rode a cr250 for 10 years. Undeniably a light bike, only 213 pounds. Lighter than most of the new KTM models. I just replaced that Cr with a CRF450X. I honestly can’t tell that it is any heavier than the 250. I don’t know why people are so obsessed over a few pounds. The reason I don’t have a KTM is because they have a longevity issue. You know when a bike feels heaviest? When it no longer runs...think about that.

[@davidhilton5414]

Dave M haha love it!! They’re real heavy when you have to push it back

[@villev8844]

Yes, it is 30lbs heavier but its frame or swingarm etc, does not break like ktm. You can jump with this bike without fear.

[@JoshSmith-vj3yb]

Thank you so much! Finally a video on this bike I'm definitely going to get one. They finally made the X the way it should be setup 👍👍

[@AUBREYTHOMAS1979]

The more i see of the Honda range the more i like it.

[@aapa3732]

The CRF450X is an improvement over the last generation carb, 5 speed model. Honda released the CRF450RX to compete with the 450EXC. The CRF450X with its twinspar aluminum frame and pro-link rear suspension is a lot more bike than the single backbone steel and non linkage rear suspension. While Honda touts a heavier crankshaft/flywheel and even a relatively low 12:1 compression 3-ring piston is obviously going to have much longer service intervals with less vibration, much opposite to the special website mention of a super lightened crankshaft flywheel(wrong place to save weight) of the EXC that doesn't have pro-link rear suspension like the Husky FE450 and SX450.(wrong place to save weight again). Their radiator fan also happens to be an optional powerpart, another wrong place to save weight. Barkbusters are cheap. And they always try to mislead by declaring no gas weight.

[@thulsa5218]

I'll choose the Honda over the KTM any day because I don't like to fix something broken after every ride and deal with obsolete parts after a few years.

[@billiondollardan]

This!!!!

[@tacobob4664]

Awesome review! I definitely want to see more on the 2019 crf450x. As far as the wheight goes I don't think it's that bad but I coming from a 500lb Sportster converted for dirt.

[@hooty6699]

LOVE the video format. And I'd be too winded to talk, plus I'd be so focused on the trail that I wouldn't be able to form coherent sentences.

[@rmatvmc]

Glad you enjoyed the video. Yeah, people sometimes are critical that a rider is out of breath even at slower speeds, but until you actually try doing it, it's much harder than people think. We appreciate your comments. Have fun out there-Chase

[@jmeezy4050]

Just switched from a 450X to a Husky Fx350. I will not be going back. EVERYTHING is better.

[@drich6816]

No led headlamp, Is this 1980 again?

[@crjmoto]

Great review! It ironically leads me to believe the Husky/KTM 350 might be my next bike lol

[@crjmoto]

​@Horgh I see you have a ktm 350, any reason you'd recommend it over the Husky 350?

[@bcoffroadriding7001]

why would you compare a KTM 450XCF weight to the CRF450X?? The direct comparison is actually the CRF450rx and the Ktm 450XCF

[@Alejandro101x]

Agree, The XC-W is the competition of the CRF450X

[@Turkeynek]

When the orginal 450x came out in 2005 it weighed 255 dry weight and had a big fat exhaust, lights, emissions equipment and battery I dont understand

[@rmatvmc]

I'm thinking a lot of it has to do with emissions equipment, the sixth gear, and electric starter but that is a good point you bring up. That is pretty crazy.

[@jonathanhamilton7607]

Dry weight is also without fluids. Add 12 pounds of fuel plus oil and coolant and there’s your extra weight...

[@konakev1203]

I've seen your van tucked over there in warner a bunch. Would love to ride with you guys!

[@jimwil6972]

Build the wall 👍

[@hotsauce3700]

👍🏻

[@DUNEATV]

Yes sir! ITS GOING UP!

[@Userzsss]

👍🏻

[@JacobSnover]

Great review! You could take the 3k difference from the 450 xc-f and probably get the weight lower if you wanted to!

[@kingsamoanOG]

That looks like St George Utah Riding. I was mobbin my 450x all over the desert out there today with the Ktm 535 and my Pops indestructible beast 650!!!!

[@premixpeter1972]

Wow that's quiet! Also I find it interesting that the bike is heavier than the previous model 450X despite not having a kick-start. It seems to me that Honda designed this bike to be more of a true trail bike vs the old 450x which was a desert racer, while the new 450rx has taken up that mantle.

[@AverageVetRider]

Why did you compare the weight of the CRF450X to the KTM 450 XC-F?? XC-F counterpart in Honda’s line is the CRF450RX, and the CRF450X is the counterpart to the KTM EXC-F 450. That would be a more fair comparison based on weight given the EXC-F has a headlight like the CRF450X, where the XC-F does not.

[@jarelnomeh2345]

EXC-F is street legal. This isn't. And the EXC-F is still lighter with all of the DOT gear. XC-W would be the off-road bike with headlamp.

[@accusynca]

The ecu's being locked is the downfall to me. Atleast with the WR you can tune and get it up to the FX hp. Which is a bummer because these Honda's look great.

[@Accidentlpro]

The green sticker is selling me on this bike. It’s that or a YZ450FX, I really miss the 450. I don’t care about weight cause when I had an 09 450X, the weight didn’t matter cause the power made up for it. I’ve heard that despite the weight on paper, these bikes feel light

[@brianh8484]

475kennedy check out this WR450 link. I’ve ridden an 18 YZ450F (on easy terrain). They feel very light to ride kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6OYo5tmpquinLc

[@robertcroslin2883]

I've also been on a 09 450X for 10 years now. And yes, when moving all the bikes around in the garage it literally feels like a heavy street bike compared to the others. But once on the trail...nothing but dependable smiles! 👍

[@lostinpa-dadenduro7555]

Honda also came out with the CRF250F for US import, which replaces the CRF230F. Unfortunately it has the same primitive suspension and is even heavier. 265+ lbs. But you do get EFI and front and rear disc brakes. It’s probably near indestructible though.

[@jessarellanes6648]

Can't wait to see it built up,

[@danielc5205]

I'm in the market for a 450cc, old man, hare and hound/MX bike. I been looking at the KTM 350 XC-F($10,500), the CRF450X/RX, and the WR 450F/YZ 450FX so far.

[@brianh8484]

Daniel C do yourself a favor and get a Yamaha. WR will probably be my next bike. I’ve ridden the 450f and it feels so small and light. What does it for me is the tuning ability (mapping) stock suspension, handling and it really does feel (450f I rode) very very light. I currently ride Ktm 17 250xc and 12 500xcw. Here’s a great review from an Aussie legend kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6OYo5tmpquinLc

[@dustymorris9191]

when are you going to update this video? been waiting for a while!!!!

[@deadahead8701]

The stock exhaust on that bike is heavy AF can shave weight by n aftermarket

[@baybak7202]

what fuel consumption can a honda conda show you drive hard on it?

[@Fuck_lames]

Can’t wait to get my x coming from riding a Suzuki ltr450 it got boring already

[@imyourhuckleberry357]

What is maintenance intervals. Is it like the old XR's or oil change every 10 hrs?Ok, looked it up. First oil change at 100 miles and after that change after every 600 miles. Not to bad..

[@axellness]

Is this a trail bike or an off-road race bike?

[@SOLDOZER]

You're going to be shimming valves just like the race bikes.

[@dixoncider7256]

Great review.

[@colesonfrisby4638]

you should put the 450x vs the wr450f 2022

[@SWTrailsAndWheels]

Yeah, but those extra 30lbs make the Honda much more durable. You can keep those mechanic enrichening KTMs, thank you very much.

[@krasiplovdiv]

Is that video from Mars? :)))

[@keithm.6269]

Красимир Карагяуров dude this is actually right where I live! I was excited to see! It’s here in St. George Utah, it’s called warner valley

[@jonathanhamilton7607]

The XCF isn’t a good comparison. It doesn’t have the lights or computer display on it. The EXC450 would be the best comparison for weight. I’m sure it’s still lighter but probably not by much.

[@Johnny-Gunn]

How's that first gear for east coast/Midwest riding?

[@bi66badjohn]

HEAVY

[@Big.Ron1]

Is it fair to say the main difference between the L and this is the street legal equipment? As much as I would like the 300 tpi I am really looking hard at big red. I get the impressionthe Honda's are just as capable but not as high strung as the Orange or white bikes. On the other hand that 2 stroke Is much easier and cheaper to maintain. Is that a fair way of thinking? Thanks for the reviews. My old Harley is about to get a new stable mate and the old jeep a break from desert duty.

[@jarelnomeh2345]

4 stroke KTMs are great. EXC-F will get you less weight while being street legal. And they are detuned compared to the MX counterparts (SX line). Either 350 or 450 is a good choice. Most people see no valvetrain or piston issues well past 200hrs.

[@southjerseytrailriding4155]

I just got a 450L, I see no full system exhaust for it yet, but in my research I found people are using exhaust systems for the X model on the L model. Is that okay to use or is it going to do some damage in the long run because is not for that particular engine.

[@jonathondavis170]

Your local Honda dealer should have a good answer, check at the parts center since that's what their job entails. I imagine it would be fine since the R & L are not so dissimilar when compared.

[@billiondollardan]

Is this like in the St. George area or something?

[@ctillie1624]

Nice video

[@SOLDOZER]

Another high maintenance $10,000 bike. I'm not buying this garbage. Bring back the XR400.

[@RyanWilson876]

There will never be any bikes like that anymore. I thought I was the only one. That bike was BEAST.

[@thulsa5218]

I concur, all these new bikes are a cash grab from the manufacturers. Tons of $ on parts and repair is just what the top brass wants.

[@TheDude111]

What is the difference between the 450x, L vs the regular 450?

[@TheDude111]

I mean motor, gearing and ergonomics more or less. Is it the same?

[@marcosmirandaoliveira7911]

Um sonho que não e possível de se realizar aqui no BRASIL, infelizmente.

[@rmatvmc]

Que penna, Cara! Seria legal se tivesse essa moto no Brasil. Espero que um dia seu sonho se realize. Brigadao por asstir nossos videos! Onde voce mora no Brasil? Eu passei dois anos em Fortaleza. valeu!-Chase

[@joshuadavis2470]

Why do EFI bikes still need a manual fuel enrichener? My street bikes never needed to be "choked" to start up.

[@rmatvmc]

It's just the set up they used on this bike. This bike uses a pretty basic throttle body system that runs off a programmed map so it's not taking inputs from O2 sensors or coolant temp, like cars and most street bikes that are adjusting their air/fuel all the time based off those other sensors. The "choke" is just a way to essentially trick the system to have a more rich mixture on cold start ups. Hope that clears it up a little bit!

[@CPUspeed]

Very cool

[@wadimor4749]

Lets goo to indonesia honda CRF 450X

[@evilbox23]

Based on the heavy breathing sounds like its a bit heavy and rough to handle...

[@unclequack5445]

So they got a R a RX and a X model?

[@emoney2272]

Uncle Quack yup and L

[@Fuck_lames]

Needs a exhaust miss that dual exhaust look

[@TheOpinionationer]

does anyone know what it would take to get a kick starter on this bike?

[@jonathondavis170]

A miracle...

[@nsxproperties560]

Do you have to open the airbox on this bike or does it come already opened upm

[@rmatvmc]

We haven't tried to open it up at all. The exhaust is pretty choked up so adding a new exhaust will probably really help. We'll have a build coming out soon for this bike. Stay tuned!

[@nsxproperties560]

@@rmatvmc if you put on a new exhaust would you open it up then?

[@rmatvmc]

@@nsxproperties560 We'll have to cross that bridge when we get there. But we'll keep you updated.

[@benprovost6298]

The only thing I don’t like about this bike, is the weight. 😔 love it otherwise.

[@sandrotheuma4317]

Heavier , slower , and more expensive than a KTM ! Also frequent service intervals ! Now that's tempting! 😀😀😀😀

[@Matt43]

Where are these trails? Specifically.

[@rmatvmc]

These are down in Warner Valley just outside of St George, Utah.

[@plaasroodekraal6289]

That needs a fmf powercore

[@rmatvmc]

#truth

[@plaasroodekraal6289]

@@rmatvmc or a 4.1 would be awesome to

[@petersouthernboy6327]

At $10,000 is it a KTM killer? Japanese manufactures just seem to ignore weight as a design criteria.

[@johnthompson1978]

I'm okay with you riding and talking, out of breath, as long as I get to watch the ride. I'm not okay with enduring the out of breath talk and watching a still photo of the bike exhaust pipe.

[@michaelk7112]

After shifting up on a dirtbike do you release the clutch slowly like you started off or just dump it ?

[@johnnyaltomare2422]

Michael Kubasiak are you a new rider?

[@michaelk7112]

Block_ The_Delinquent ye new rider just wanna know which ways better

[@leeham273]

Michael Kubasiak hold it wide open and just up shift. No clutch

[@Confirmies]

Michael Kubasiak do not do what he just said 😂

[@michaelk7112]

Confirmies is it the same as shifting with a quad or different?

[@pedroe3508]

delicious...

[@aalejandro750]

So..... plate this bike or get a L model, want something for the streets but I've heard the L,s are corked up big time.

[@marcosmirandaoliveira7911]

Moto top, gostaria muito ter uma moto dessa mas minhas condições não me permitem. Na minha foto de perfil estou em uma XR400 mas já não esta mais comigo.

[@johnnarby4382]

Link to CRX 450: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eIK9ZmqKqa6MeKc

[@jal1797]

nice but it sounds like you are a gear up,why?

[@jarelnomeh2345]

he was definitely lugging it a lot

[@Bri-yj7yk]

Is this bike street legal?

[@rmatvmc]

No, the 450X doesn't come from the factory street legal. A lot of people convert them to street legal bikes but check out the CRF450L if you want something straight from Honda that can be plated. Thanks for checking out the video!

[@Bri-yj7yk]

Rocky Mountain ATV MC thanks for helping appreciate it

[@Motoinc]

Hate the way the routed the front brake line, CRAZY Just like the EXC models. It's a shitty job

[@johnnyaltomare2422]

That thing neeeeds an exhaust😂😂

[@rmatvmc]

Tell us about it. It's large and in charge!