2020 Honda CRF450R Build: FIRST UPGRADES!

Today we get started on our 2020 Honda CRF450R Project build! We're focusing on upgrading the cockpit today and making it comfortable for me being a taller rider. Hope you guys enjoy!
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[@JeffWalker84]

I realize now that I mis-spoke and said the clutch perch was an ARC clutch perch when it is really the Works Connection Elite Perch. They sell both on their site. My bad guys! Stoked you are enjoying the build so far

[@johnberry2877]

I am 5’ 10 and 163 # this bike fits me beautifully! Honda must have had me in mind when they designed it. Fits like a glove 😁😁😁!

[@simonsundbergg]

I'm so excited for this build! These kinda videos are always super interesting. Gonna be sick! JWALK

[@JeffWalker84]

Glad you're excited bro!! I am too

[@georgeturner9300]

I’m 6ft 2 and ride a Honda 450 and have been struggling with severe arm pump lately, I’m gonna try all these tips. Great video! Just to let you know, you need to rotate your left fork leg so you can undo your bleed screw to release air pressure, the screw is in line with your bar in the video, you’ll see what I mean👍🏼

[@dogger2186]

Get your suspension sorted out......Even if you open the cockpit up ill suspension will give you mega arm pump

[@FruMonkey018]

Try to get your hands on some Banjo Bolts for your brakes. I've got some red ones for my Kawi, and they really pop.

[@mx118racer]

I agree with those pillow tops !!! They go on every bike !

[@Mikergallardo]

I run the same bars and grips on my KX450! Been running that setup for a year now and wouldn't want it any other way. Bike looks really dope JWalk 🤘

[@smark2016]

Really thinking about buying that evo taper bar..

[@JeffWalker84]

Do it! You won’t regret it. The comfort is unmatched

[@gregpoisson6797]

For those watching that’s not an ARC clutch perch. That is Works Connection’s Elite perch assembly. In case you’d like to buy one for yourself.

[@mxgryan]

I run the same!

[@randygross4342]

It’s always nice to get a little help and appreciate the Discount !

[@Mxrider92i]

What you said about taller guys getting arm pump because of not being able to grip the bike properly with their knees makes a lot of sense. I remember getting a lot less arm pump when I was a kid/teen ( never really struggled with that back then ) and feeling way more comfortable on a dirtbike.

[@zayuh2313]

So stoked to see you gettin support from more companies. Love seein this new build and seein bridgette "puttin on this sick piece" haha shes awesome lol Truly happy for u bro. Also, great editing btw ur content quality is really high.

[@motarded4214]

Give Steg Pegz a shot. They take a little getting used to when you're needing to get back on the bike, but they are absolutely baller for getting locked in and not getting arm pump. 10/10 would buy again (in fact, just ordered a set for my new bike)

[@AntDePietto51]

I'm probably gonna follow most of the parts you do on this bike. I have had a 17 for a year and a few months now but havent done anything. I'm 6'6" so I need to do something to make it work better for me. Cant wait to follow the whole build

[@wazman2-73]

Very Nice! I run the pillow tops as well. love em!

[@averagescruffy258]

An added bonus to those evo bars is that since they flex so well, they're less likely to bend in a crash. Also, your poor master cylinder cover bolts 😫

[@joshuabower61]

Garon M what? A softer bar is less likely to bend? I think you mean less likely to break

[@averagescruffy258]

@@joshuabower61 because it flexes so well, it will deflect and come back to its original shape. Basically, it can be forced to flex farther than a standard protaper se bar while without permanent damage. It has more plasticity than the standard bar

[@InfiniteVibration]

Not sure if your bar clamps are higher but I used some bar risers and that helped a lot.

[@ECDBRACINGLEAGUE]

I know the pain of losing the edit. Cool to hear you do that yourself and awesome build. I’m 6’3” and old man is 6’5”. Knees above the tank forever!

[@kawasexyrider695]

I’m 15 and 6ft and have a kx250 and I’m gonna try those bars your tips have helped me a lot so far I’m excited to try this setup

[@dogger2186]

Thanks for the JWalk WC code just bought some bling!!!!

[@brodyrichard263]

Let's all take a second to thank bridgette ..(not sure how she spells it sorry walker) she gets the sick footage and now she's doing bike work! What a boss..bike looks sweet bro best wishes to you looking forward to seeing the next vid I'm gonna go order some shit with the discount now

[@brodyrichard263]

Did I get the name right? I may try them grip out also i mean 20 percent off is awesome thanks j walk I'm using it now hooking us up!

[@brodyrichard263]

I wonder how black number plate plastics would look that's what I'm wanting to try on my 2019 I think

[@JeffWalker84]

@@brodyrichard263 Yes you nailed the spelling of her name! Congrats, that not an easy feat haha. Black would look cool! I ran black plates on my 250 this year and it looked mean. Shoot me a pic on instagram if you try it out!

[@brodyrichard263]

@@JeffWalker84 okay I will do bro..and Good I didn't wanna botch it she's a beast for sure my girl ain't doing ANY bike work lol I'm gonna do black with gray numbers over it I think might look sweet idk

[@Gene_158]

Can’t wait to see the bike done!

[@teeganfox177]

I’m 6’2 and I believe you really have an advantage being tall. You can go over bumps and whoops better, scrub better and overall maneuver the bike a bit better. Corners and holding onto the bike however is a little more difficult but can be managed using proper techniques.

[@CONNORCASSIDYT]

Nice I have a crf450r 2018,hydraulic clutch,full yoshimura pipes,ohlins shock want the 2020 crf450r now your bike is going to look mint with all that on!

[@JeffWalker84]

How do you like the hydro clutch?? Thinking about giving one a go

[@jonesy_7368]

Yes more info on hydro I hate my honda clutch.

[@CONNORCASSIDYT]

Jeff Walker great so much easier to pull in worth the money!

[@CONNORCASSIDYT]

Jeff Walker alot better than the standard one, so much better

[@blobfish7159]

I’m 16 and I’m 6 foot tall and I go to school with boys my age that are pushing 6’4”. Not hating, love the vids. Good luck next season and keep up the great videos.

[@maverick2242]

Sic parts, great to see you getting the support you deserve too. Important too, but re arm pump and position on your bike and I noticed this at nationals allot of both class of bikes even more on the 250 which I know you got some suspension done. Plus you mentioned various similar issues throughout the season. SUSPENSION... I was hoping at the end of this vid your next upgrade was suspension but you mention engine package, imo the biggest thing holding you back at Nationals was suspension, not engine, very clear in the 450 class where imo you did amazing well considering a stock bike,even though you don’t think so, but it was the stand out for me in your season! but you could see a difference in your riding position re your general track fun videos where you are always looking fast, but Nationals was an eye opener in the difference between the two and vs the other racers ahead of you. I’m sure it’s in your plan, but imo you should focus on suspension support, A kit level sponsorship support or buying it yourself over any engine package especially on a 450, sell a bike if you have too rather than have 2 classes not fully at there potential, (again imo you have outgrown the 250 class anyway) you need time to develop your suspension setups that and that takes allot more than getting engine dialled in, just saying, you have the ability the skills, but at National level, suspension held you back more than anything else, a 450 as you know over 2 x 30 minute motos is tough, Nationals, it’s the toughest, being able to stay fast through qualifying, the. 2 motos lap after lap, it’s not the engine that going to get that done it’s your suspension setup, if the suspension is stock or semi sorted it won’t be much different to this year result wise, everyone else will be stepping it up. Most imo think they always need more power! I know everyone will be about the fancy stuff the bling and I’ll get flamed, but they are distractions imo/e let others make the mistakes, reliability, suspension (cooling package for that Honda) would be my focus. That will sort arm pump issues along with your cockpit setup which is pretty nice. Those triple clamps do look sic. Also use a bit on those grease on this bearings headset lower race) and thread ends/thread locker never go dry on dry metal. Will also help get proper torque when do use a torque wrench and make those parts last longer and be safer. Look forward to the next vid JW.

[@ReturnOfDeeO]

He had a kit race tech suspension the second half of the season on his 250 brotha. And in the video he even points out Bridgette’s race tech shirt, I betcha he has something up his sleeve regarding suspension!

[@zeke458]

Test the Neken SFH bars! My hands went numb for years. With these bars they don’t go numb. Look into them! Star Yamaha guys all use them. The bar ends are small. You’ll need the throttle tube assembly when you order and the grips. Look into it man! I love them.

[@wadejameson6168]

You probably know but I just learned that the Honda frame flexes better if you don’t use the two rear tank mounting bolts.

[@jakewaggoner4196]

KK helped me with this! Helped a ton. I'm going to try a lighter pivot bolt torque next then motor mounts.

[@MrXiztence]

It's gonna be epic watching you prepare and also during next years season. Im hoping you get those 30 seconds :) Keep it up man hard work pays off!

[@JacobShepherd]

Was super cool seeing you featured in a couple shots on the new season of MX Nation!!

[@benfairhall5331]

Jacob Shepherd what episode??? Or season

[@xXGunsForShowXx]

When I raced Vet expert Dubach racing gave me incredible support , you may want to look them up. I loved thier exhaust and they were awesome to talk to. Works connection and twin air were great help too.

[@CWalsh-pj9cp]

Bike already looks super sick!

[@OffroadvideosHM]

Very cool setup! I am „a taller guy“ too and ride a 2018 CRF450R. Looking forward to the next episodes ✌🏻

[@ReturnOfDeeO]

As one of the biggest squids out there, the one piece bar mount is amazing. So nice to not tweak your bars in a dumb tip over. With you coming from the husky 450 with the magura hydraulic clutch, any particular reason you didn’t get one for the Honda since you don’t like the stock clutch pull? Excited to see you rippin this beast here soon brotha.

[@ReturnOfDeeO]

I’m seeing others yelling from the rooftop about hydraulic clutches in the comments too. 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@beauburnett8479]

Hey Jeff I have the 2019 crf450 works edition and I put the Magura hydraulic clutch on it and love it. Man it’s super smooth and consistent

[@coolmusic1579]

I know some seat cover manufacturers used to make taller seat.foam, that might help gripping the bike. Good luck next year.

[@lyokss]

I am 6'6" @ 170 lbs. and know all too well about proper bike setup, and sometimes extreme measures must be taken to obtain proper comfort. Super soft suspension, re-welded footpeg postition, taller seat and higher handle bars to name the basics. Needless to say anyone other than myself would enjoy sitting on my bike let alone actually ride it, that is if someone could swing a leg over it LOL

[@brendanbutkus2392]

loved seeing the clips of you on the husky in the new season of mx nation on red bull i hope to see more of you this season brother

[@kevingriffin5599]

Hey Jeff,great videos! Could you please do another short video to show how you got the hand guards to fit with close up views of where you put all of the controls on your handlebars.Thanks!

[@ivtec845]

Hey man my uncle owns a motorcycle shop so he is a parts unlimited dealer if you ever need anything i got you i know you have lots of people helping you out but figured i would throw it out there. Congrats on the season too was a good watch.

[@danl3154]

Can’t wait for episode 2!! 💪💪

[@Axurias]

I’m saving money for a 2020 250R. Your bike looks absolute class. 🤩

[@venton3]

I had a Cycra stadium plate tear up my forks. Dirt trapped between the zip tie and fork tube. Definitely put a fork sticker on there before riding or replace the zip ties every ride or it chews up the forks in my experience.

[@dogger2186]

Pop the zip ties after every ride and wash the Bike.....Never has an issue

[@randygross4342]

Nice to see ya back on Red !

[@seanandersen338]

I use asv leavers and I absolutely love them

[@FPBraptor]

Thats a sick build fr fr

[@mikeschriever3280]

Those Ride Engineering triples are nice, but only have ONE mounting hole towards the rear of the clamp. It just negated the sweep of the handle bars A tall rider would be better with the stock Honda triples. A better choice is the X Trig ROCS triples. The Windham/RM Mid bend has a 14 deg sweep. Fasst Flexx Bars makes a bar with a 10 deg sweep. Moves your hands forward about 1.5 inches. I enjoy your videos. Good luck.

[@gmeyer6657]

Nice Jeff! Your assistant has a killer smile!

[@leeham273]

Lmao, I saw Bridgette tightening the steering stem nut at first 😂

[@therealmmm7222]

Great vid can’t wait to see the next video!

[@MugZ723]

Thanks for the tips Jeff! At 6'1" myself I've been feeling awkward on my '17 crf450 and wondering which ProTaper bend to buy so that helped! Also bought some pillow tops just haven't put em on yet, and Moto Tape is next. Do you run lower footpegs as well?

[@Dan-nr3om]

Same issue here. 6'1 the Windham bar I see seems to be the choice of taller riders

[@Darco712]

love your content man. i would of like to see a presentation of the crf250 also, im curious what exhaust you have on it, and also other parts.

[@cbrownmoto7573]

Love the build videos keep it up and ride hard!!

[@aeror115]

Man that bike Looks cool🤙

[@rowanthomas6428]

Bike looks Great!!!!!!!!!!

[@billymcculloch-hardenduro2755]

Those clamps are gonna look dope with the forks off the 250

[@kendallpalladino9982]

I always thought the pillow tops gave me more arm pump??

[@benfairhall5331]

Kendall Palladino77 they do there rubbish

[@420livetoride]

Can someone explain to me why this is? There has to be a good reason. I’m just waiting to hear it. I’ve always ran this grip and I have always had arm pump. Hoping someone can chime in with the reason why they cause it.

[@alvinjamesbenitez2160]

Im so excited to see this build😍💕

[@benjaminboshaw8858]

Awww man, replace them brake master cover screws with Allen heads. Those Philips heads are like ikea furniture, one time use.

[@riccardo5089]

"I'm super picky but this is a standard bar setup" 😂 bike looks good 👌🏼

[@carsonessman7409]

Hey man can you talk about some little things to do to make the Honda’s better been reading forums but really haven’t found much on it

[@surachetkunjanakorn750]

Hi jeff I’m your fan from Thailand you are my idol

[@eleven10mods]

Yo bruh, I’m almost certain you gotta change the bearing races with the ride clamps, you may wanna check, that’s why so much stem is sticking out when you tighten the clamps. Other than that sweet vid!!

[@JeffWalker84]

Hey man! Thanks for the info. I actually just didn't know you had to re-use the stock locking nut that goes under the top triple clamp with the Ride Engineering clamps which is why so much stem is sticking out the top. Most aftermarket clamps don't re-use it so I thought I was good. I went back and installed that after the video. As for the races, I'll for sure look into that! Thanks. Also, if you're really affiliated with Eleven10 Mods, you guys are awesome! Used to love watching DD and AMart put it to the top dawgs on those Hondas

[@Wdbjr12345]

i have the ride engineering triple clamps and bar mounts on my 16 kx450 and love them.

[@JuneDeverte]

Love the height but im only 5'4" . Try to stretch my legs to hit the ground..Dirt bike is life.

[@HashAssett]

Please tell me you greased that bearing on the triple clamps

[@lyokss]

I was thinking the same thing and hoping he did, otherwise they aren't going to last very long.

[@paintbrush8743]

@@lyokss its extra weight more friction the better

[@robertocerezorodriguez6458]

good thing im not the only one,concerned about this

[@paintbrush8743]

Racers don't grease shit

[@elcontrastador]

It's like a steering stabilizer without the grease :-)

[@loganfreeman2843]

take the 2 back bolts out in the gas tank it makes the frame feel so much better, ken and Cole both don't run theres

[@ghitzulll8398]

It looks exactly like a 2020 kx250 but in red:)))

[@sparta4135]

Skaar Ghitzu or the 2020 kx250 looks like the honda but in green

[@ghitzulll8398]

@@sparta4135 I mean, you're right:))

[@nicholaspeccarelli4587]

interested to hear the feedback from the RE triple clamps. I never done triple clamps myself yet either.

[@VG-913]

@Jeff Walker I feel you, I’m 6’4. 200lbs so I have to change quite a few things before I can ride a bike. Have you ever tried Fastway/ Anklesavers footpegs? They are amazing and really help me with my positioning because I get extra support and foot placement out of them taking a lot of stress off my arms.

[@garybenedict3673]

Jeff pretty hot mechanic you have Better than that old guy you have up north. He would be putting twin shocks on your bike.

[@infiniteoutdoors201]

Nice, you should get a hydrologic clutch. I have one on my kx 100.

[@kulingen03]

You should try a one gripper or selab seatcovers. Cuz they are extremely grippy

[@workhardplayhard3206]

whats ur plans for supercross

[@dylancagle885]

Not seeing any grease on those bearings made me cringe so badly

[@skylerhealyvlogs9642]

Yeah thats not good at all

[@braapmoto9268]

No grease on the triple clamp.... good luck buddy

[@JeffWalker84]

She's got plenty of grease on her, I assure you. Not my first rodeo!

[@braapmoto9268]

Jeff Walker good man👍🏻👍🏻

[@notpastrana7494]

Saludos soy de españa , me agradan tus vidios vendiciones , te dejaré mi like 👍🏻

[@zacharydaniels8432]

Amazing video.

[@12privet]

thats COOL! new parts :)

[@sydboy10]

Nugget was my favorite part ☺️

[@callesahlin3969]

If you are tall, wouldnt it be better to have a low handlebar? I mean if your position on the bike is already far back, wouldnt the taller bar extend your body even further back on the bike and result in even more ergonomical uncomfort? Also when sitting in the seat im guessing the higher bar would make the front end feel jittery because the geomitry of your arms are higher and not in line with the telescope movement of the forks?

[@Jonesz24]

Should have kept the WE and maybe Honda would have stepped in !!! So what you going to do on keeping it cool ?

[@dtocher]

I have a 2020 CRF450R and was hoping you would show more detail on your roost guard installation. I have ridden with roost guards since 1989 and really want them on this bike, but can't find any room on the bars for them. Can you at least describe how you found the room for them? Somebody needs to make some that mount on the perches like Husky has.

[@JeffWalker84]

dtocher hey man. I’m filming episode 2 today and I’ll be sure to show how I mounted them! It won’t be posted for a day or two but I’ll definitely include that in there

[@yuririder9349]

Put some polisport protection to the cluch cover and the stator cover and for have more grip with the chassis put the polisport chassis protection i use this stuff al the time they are really good the bike looks new all the time and u have more grip with your legs on the chassis 😁😁🤟

[@benfairhall5331]

Yuri Rider #93 except they look absolutely rubbish and make you look like a goober

[@yuririder9349]

@@benfairhall5331 this is for u, i use them and i like them they are really strong and good and the price they cost is really low, if u have money go buy 200€ hinson cover 🙄

[@benfairhall5331]

Yuri Rider #93 probably great for a trail/dual sport bike but on a mx bike they look silly. And with the 200 euro Hinson clutch cover do you also know they are a larger capacity cover to hold more oli to help with clutch cooling? So apart from protection they also offer that extra bit of help with the extra oil flowing around the clutch basket.

[@yuririder9349]

@@benfairhall5331 i know that but im not a pro i dont need a hinson cover the polisport protection fit really good and good protection on my crf 2019 if u want do a look and change your mind look on mi instagram yuriogno93 Ps: have more oil with the hinson cover is good only with a separated oil bike, honda have one oil for everything now

[@benfairhall5331]

Yuri Rider #93 oh really well there you go wasn’t aware of that I’ve been on a euro bike for a few years now. I don’t have Instagram but I’ll have a look mate.

[@ryanpablo4688]

Olá Jeff, eu sou Brasileiro e gosto muito do seu canal, abraço

[@tomatoknuckles]

She's mint👌 bikes looking well too👍

[@dylanstein8286]

Get a hydraulic clutch, I have one on my cr125 and it’s awesome

[@adamwelsh5744]

Was that your name I just saw on the Red Bull straight rhythm entry list??

[@lisacollins6430]

I’m surprised you like the pro taper pillow grips, I tried them once and hated them.

[@gregparker8349]

Nothin like workin on a brand new bike 😍esp a Honda

[@bryanlettow4389]

So sick

[@nottingham82]

Red pro taper bar pad is worth 2 seconds a lap!

[@kevintitus8604]

Hey Jeff, not too sure if you’ll respond to this, but I’m 6’4’’ and 18yo, I’ve had trouble find a proper bar setup for my 250, any suggestions?

[@richardcampbell6898]

I’m guessing you got the bike Micheal bought?

[@Pedroquintinoconcursos]

Brap! Brap!

[@koriwheeler6675]

Surly a seat is coming in too?

[@mtbridingog9083]

🔥 Jeff

[@Xclsuiv]

Where do you get the money for these bikes?

[@JeffWalker84]

I only have one bike!

[@vurtie.]

This goes hard yo

[@TheOliveBoyzz]

What do I gotta do to get the free parts? I mean I'm not a pro but I got a small KZbin channel.

[@maxfried5328]

Hell yeah jeff