2021 Honda CRF450R Bike Intro | Racer X Films

Kris Keefer spent the day out at Glen Helen Raceway for the launch of the all-new 2021 Honda CRF450R. Hear from Kris about his impressions on the bike and an in-depth overview of what's changed, it's a lot!
A few key takeaways include better cornering and straight-line stability, more connectivity from the throttle to the rear wheel, smoother engine characteristics, and a hydraulic clutch.
Video by Simon Cudby
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[@rileyring6025]

I want to see the 250 look like this. Looks mint👌. Hey y'all, keefers right. Each manufacturer of bikes are like a marriage. That was funny. I love this guys first impressions.

[@pbau7769]

I loved growing up during the 80's seeing the revolutionary changes every year to the bikes. Now they all look the same year after year.

[@drewjonespdx]

Not much left to change, besides going electric.

[@pbau7769]

@@drewjonespdx That will be a game changer(no noise). We can ride places once off limits then.

[@Calikid42O]

I’ll wait till 22 when they refine the 21 my 18 does just fine 😝😝

[@braapmoto9268]

SocalYzF710, my 09 does just fine

[@otr.xaviii]

my 13 does does just fine too lol

[@Corteum]

The question is do all of those improvements to the 2021 450R translate into faster and more consistent lap times?

[@alejandrodill1214]

Those improvements are great, but if the rider doesnt have the skill or ability to use them.. they are pointless

[@Corteum]

@@alejandrodill1214 Yes, but assuming equally skilled riders, are the lap times much improved compared to previous models, or are all these improvements just for marketing purposes?

[@alejandrodill1214]

@@Corteum When dealing with equally skilled riders yes the improvements can be the difference in lap times. However it seems the new CRF still has some kinks to be worked out with suspension and chassis and motor

[@user93634]

I love Keefer doing first impressions because he knows what he is talking about, and he has the personality to make it entertaining. I really am on the fence of sticking with yz 250 2 strokes for GNCC and riding the 250 class, or going open bike class and racing the 2021 crf 450rx or yz 450fx

[@arthurgelbolingo4176]

Wow Perfect Design n good so much.improvement of thisMachine...Beautiful..CRF450R..

[@backcountrywesternhunter7452]

Great breakdown and explanation Keefer. Always do an amazing job. Really excited about this new Honda!

[@31Daca]

Love keffers insight

[@alexzanderarmstrong]

Ya but what about the Suzuki 🤪 Don’t ever change Keefer!

[@davebrown6904]

always enjoy your reviews keefer nice and to the point not like some other reviewers top job m8

[@chickentuber]

Nice review, Kris. Thanks for your insight.

[@georgecarmel6114]

I'm more impressed by the new airbox design. Should have more air flow, but why does it run dirty down low? Any fuel control settings for this?

[@chipper442]

The clutch hose has an afterthought routing. What the hell is up with that Keefer? Glad to see you are still in the Honda camp, digging the podcasts too. #GnomesOut lol. If Keefer says it’s good, it’s good. FAHQ Family C442

[@RichLaffertyRacing]

thinking real hard in tis direction for off road....i like what i see..need a change

[@chrisvozza6530]

Awsome review amazing looking bike👍👍. Seems Honda developed a monster of a bike

[@scottyboy7462]

If Honda made the shittiest bike in the shootout, id still get it. I only ride Honda, I love Honda, and in my mind (where it counts on the track) i will think i'm faster because i'm on a Honda. signed, Midpack Matt

[@anthonypescatore9047]

Same here !! Honda all the way

[@alejandrodill1214]

All the bikes are so close, I feel like you cant really go wrong... unless its a suzuki 😂, take that from personal experience

[@likeasoldier]

My long lost brother , RIDE RED 4 LIFE

[@sambuvca22]

At 6,3 255 my 2018 is a handful! Fast bike.

[@pags1981]

Thanks Keefer, can the ECU maps be customized like on the YZ and KTM? Is that a titanium fuel tank too?

[@benfairhall5331]

Yes titanium

[@dustin9035]

These the ECU read the hours like the Yamahas?

[@johnthomas6614]

I see u at the shootout next week. It's at Cauilla Right tht is ?. For Racer X. NO TROLLS

[@kendallas3705]

Have you rode the 21 KTM 350sxf yet or did I miss it?

[@marcoliubenov8092]

I'm pretty sure it's up if you search it

[@TrailnTriggerTV]

Do other brands even make dirt bikes?

[@SteveJohnsHB]

Keefer has the best analogies.

[@oldg7847]

Appreciate it fellas.

[@waynebolitho2877]

I love the new bike. But how could they put it out with the ecu settings being out down low. Surely cinard would of felt that.

[@brentyancich]

Nicely done , I'm sold 👏

[@KincadePavich]

Needs black triples!

[@markwgundert4251]

I've been holding out on trading in my 07 CRF450R since I didn't feel like the newer Honda's were an improvement.......the 2021 CRF450R may just be the one..

[@HollywoodCod]

I feel the same and I have a 07 crf450. It handles so good so easy to ride and the power is very linear. Also super reliable. Yet I feel like I need a 2021 😂

[@borntwice4724]

Blu cru

[@MxFlyer125]

Same situation here, finally sold my 06’ to snag one of these. Enough changes to finally want to.

[@charliemike13]

I’m a poor ass vet that can’t come close to affording a new bike let alone an exhaust. Would love too, but not happening right now

[@liamnatequiap805]

that bike is fast..watch gajser in gp...where tracks are absolute a test fir the new bike

[@andrewmendoza1578]

LET’S GOO

[@mxdocumentarytvmxdocumenta2221]

Just looking at it you can see there going down the ktm road.

[@jdeez222]

Yoshi all day on that bad boy, nice shout out Keefer!

[@PiazzaWoodWorks]

This bike looks and sounds the goods

[@ThePizzaCobra]

It sounds like Ryan Dungey took everything he knew about KTM and hand delivered it to Honda to develop. Chassis is less rigid like a KTM, power is more linear like a KTM, slimmer ergo like a KTM, hydraulic clutch like a KTM. The plastics and head pipe even look like they'd fit a KTM.... wait is this a GasGas review?

[@benferguson1762]

Sounds like they're trying to make the honda more like a KTM.. But with descent forks ... sounds good 👍

[@yourefireed]

9,599 Lets gooo

[@shaun7126]

A camp . Can you please chas app me $10,000 so I can buy the 21 crf ? Ty

[@npage.]

I like the shade of red

[@rickrossi4468]

I want to know what KENNY thinks.

[@rundan8620]

Thank you Honda for getting rid of that stupid dual pipe system

[@brendanmartin8208]

Looks like a ktm

[@jojodashosh8078]

Looks nothing like a ktm but yah shur side plates i guess do but not really

[@DeusDracones]

Maybe instead of trying to come up with a bunch of BS improvements each yeah, they could actually spend a few years between to really work on full remodels like this. Ultimately would bring down production and parts costs which would be healthy for our sport to grow. Whats the point of higher margins if the number of riders are rapidly decreasing dramatically every day.

[@leift70]

Siiiiiiccccckkkkkkk!!!!!!!

[@chrisgleis2821]

I am looking forward to Honda crossing swords with KTM because this bike looks really sweet.

[@jonphotos8631]

So..... Buy it Put Enzo kyb on it Let twisted fix the ecu Will it still overheat? U said KTM 4 times.......

[@pauldayton5285]

So , more power , mellowed out bottom end , hydraulic clutch , better cornering , lighter feeling , slimmer ..... Nice job Honda you made a red KTM !! 😂

[@athomerecordschannel]

I am glad that Kris Keefer has a job. We all need one of those. We all have to provide for our families and ourselves, but Keefer is not good in front of the camera, nor in his speech delivery great for giving a vocal overview. He is more like a bad actor in a B Movie or a C Horror Flick. Honda looks nice though. I will look forward to the Motocross Action and Dirt Bike reviews.

[@rileyring6025]

I thought it was a good vid. You cant be formal all the time. You need to have fun with it and that is what he did.

[@MX-CO]

He is relatable and funny. Most people seem to like him. I do

[@jeffharden2797]

You’re Trippin’ buddy....he did great!

[@chris092183]

Not sure how you can say that when you're a fan of the Orange Helmet crew

[@benfairhall5331]

I enjoy keefer but I’m also a ping fan haha

[@brandonwilliams5093]

so the YZ is better ... still

[@austinbaylor2613]

Good looking bike until I see the huge hole from the front plate to the front fender. Looks old and cheesy for some reason

[@jeremy_moto_192]

I like the hard hitting of a Honda 😭

[@joeybishop7604]

Instead of purchasing a bike that’s trying to be a KTM, why not just purchase a KTM ???

[@jedielder7970]

Japanese bikes, including Honda, have a lower entry price and as good or better reliability/quality.

[@KosmicHRTRacingTeam]

Because it’s a KTM

[@jedielder7970]

@@KosmicHRTRacingTeam 🤣🤣🤣

[@joeybishop7604]

KosmicHaynerRacingTeam which the Honda strives to be, but never will 😉

[@Mxrider92i]

It's hard not to think about Husqvarna when you take a look at that rear end lol. They even copied that black plastic thing under the side plates

[@philipthomas875]

always got to find an excuse to put the Honda down

[@dr.hugog.hackenbush9443]

Prepare to be underwhelmed.

[@borntwice4724]

Blu Cru

[@renaldfilho295]

subtitles in other languages ​​please, not everyone is fluent in English 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@Degenerate124]

Well they are in the United States 🤷🏼‍♂️ find bike reviews from across the pond in a language you understand.

[@renaldfilho295]

Justin Beechler Google translate

[@Degenerate124]

Renald Filho gotta do what ya gotta do 👍🏼

[@dennismillus4581]

If you really want to lug it around while carrying speed. You should rip out the 4puke motor and install a CR500 motor.. then it would be the Ultimate Bike....

[@joeantolak4629]

They vibrate so much it’s like riding your moms vibrator , I had an 86 , just hype , old guys think old shit is the best , I used to think the 08 450 was the best bike , it’s not

[@dennismillus4581]

@@joeantolak4629 totally clueless 🙄

[@joeantolak4629]

@@dennismillus4581 you only think old bikes are fast cause they have shitty handling , or because you don’t have the mental capacity to rebuild a 4

[@dennismillus4581]

@@joeantolak4629 lmao. My 2010 Service Honda CR500AF. Handles better has more power and speed. Plus, it will never loose value. It will only gain. Nothing sounds better than a 500cc two stroke. Joe Antolak you just don't have the compression or brain compacity. To admit you F up for buying your 450 4puke.

[@joeantolak4629]

@@dennismillus4581 sounds like you keep it it’s og packaging, a lot of chubby old boys do that , track once a year , two laps arm pump and sit in the lawn chair telling super mini kids stories , about how two strokes arm on the come up

[@charliemike13]

So they copied a KTM?

[@dali2277]

Prefer mxa description . Way more detailed

[@builtfordtough4499]

Honda/Fail