Honda CRF450RX vs CRF450X- Cycle News

We take the 2023 #CRF450RX and put it head to head with the #CRF450X to see how big of a difference one letter makes. #CycleNews
0:00 - Intro
0:25 - Background
1:45 - CRF-X Info
2:40 - CRF-RX Info
3:24 - Major Differences
5:13 - Riding Impressions
8:19 - Final Thoughts

[@commentaccount49]

You could probably summarize this as: The RX is the bike most people think they want, while the X is the bike most people actually need. A couple extra things Both these bikes also have larger radiators than their contemporary MX bikes to combat overheating. The RX has a slightly larger fuel tank (2.1 gal), with about a pint of more capacity than the X. The X has a dash with a trip meter, and can also show how much fuel you've used. It also has a 'low fuel' warning light, handy for the relatively small tank. (Honda's 450 lineup actually features 7 different bikes if you count the Anniversary Edition, the dual sport model is the 'RL', not the 'L'.)

[@cyclenews]

Thanks for the tip

[@CatholicCrusader__30]

How much is 450 x fuel tank litres

[@commentaccount49]

@@CatholicCrusader__30 7.6 litres, but part of that is a reserve to keep the fuel pump submerged. It will begin to sputter after using approximately 7.2 litres riding on level ground.

[@edwardclark3980]

The R X should come with a headlight

[@maxflight777]

This is the best video on the internet for explaining the differences! Honda should be thankful you made it … because some of their dealers haven’t grasped the things you mentioned.

[@cyclenews]

Thanks Max!

[@BL-hj7ht]

Just bought a 2024 RX......It is a demon and so much fun.

[@thetimetraveler1427]

Same.. very fast bike super light... great handling

[@maxflight777]

Don’t forget, on some parts of the world *you can get the Rx with lights* I have a road legal one in Portugal… I love it.

[@vanzepplin1]

Now that all the Japanese bikes are over $10k there is no reason to still be using cable clutches. I'm glad that most other bikes aren't bothering with California compliance.

[@jonruger]

Alot of people like and prefer them. I still do many people who grew up riding and are over 20 will prefer them it was never hard to pull in the clutch it’s adorable how soft people have become.

[@panic-revv85]

My YZ clutch is just as smooth as my 23 300xc. I prefer the feel of a cable, hydro is more on off like a light switch.

[@samzimmerman6271]

X has a beefier frame as well. X also has a Full Blown airbox that can do water crossings no problem and probably a stronger charging system that can support multiple accessories. Was studying them at the dealer the other day and noticed. 450X, 250r, 250x in my garage so I definitely nerd out for Big Red.

[@Alwaysgotthemunchies]

What do you use each bike for?

[@christopherh1327]

What would you think about a $7,000 2022 450RX for farm use and casual riding? I'm pretty much only considering used bikes because the new prices are too high for me!

[@darinhedlund5441]

I desperately want that 6spd wide ratio transmission and headlight without the extra 24lbs

[@cyclenews]

Us too!

[@maxflight777]

Agreed !!

[@lukefish7562]

Very nice! Great video. Thanks

[@Tattytyres]

Fantastic review thank you

[@cyclenews]

We appreciate the support!

[@benr7002]

Great video.

[@brianhansen6906]

Excellent explanation.

[@cyclenews]

Thanks Brian!

[@shanemak47]

I have a 2022 450 x and less than a hundred miles and it decided to throw coolant up on a slow technical trail ride with the kids . Flameout seems to be a new staple for a 10k bike . Fyi i got one for sale to say the least .

[@Ammothief41]

Any idea if the 450x has the same problems that I keep hearing about the RL? Twitchy throttle, flameouts, etc?

[@JoshuaCussins]

The last CA green sticker bike was a 2017 model. 2018 all models became red sticker. 2022 all models get no ohv sticker here in California

[@joelthomas4487]

Ride the KLR650 in single track for a few days and the crf450x will feel like a toy, especially if it was lowered a bit. I think the high seat height makes it feel heavier than it is. The Crf300l is 300lbs, and it feels pretty light. Plus once you replace the stock exhaust and get rid of unnecessary emissions components, which most people do, it will be even lighter. Also, most people install a vortex ecu and now its a fire breather, whith more compliant suspension for 150lbs er's like me and it has a six speed tranny. Far better machine for true offroaders and it can be licensed in most states.

[@EzraCelaya]

This video is helpful, I think I want the 450X. But damn 270lbs is pretty heavy tho

[@cyclenews]

Glad it helped!

[@kalebbensinger114]

If i were to buy the x how do i remove all of the California stuff that adds extra weight

[@Thonzen13th]

Is it ok to install headlight, signal lights stop light on RX model?

[@CatholicCrusader__30]

Yes you must, if you are going on asphalt road + if you are going off road at night. Its for your own safety

[@christopherh1327]

@@CatholicCrusader__30 If you have a farm use sticker and want to ride on the road in between fields would you need those?

[@CatholicCrusader__30]

@@christopherh1327 of course it makes u and others safe on the road. If you travel alot especially. No one can see a vehicle with no light at night. And its better if Honda made a brake light for the X instead of a ordinary light they have rn.

[@TrevorHunter224]

Do you think the 450RX could podium the 25+ B class in NGPC?

[@cyclenews]

I think it would be the rider, not the bike, holding back the results.

[@JesseLZiegler]

I could get that thing on the podium, easy.

[@ARG_Marketing]

coming from a 320 pound DRZ 275 is light

[@cyclenews]

Fair point

[@rodjbosch]

Riding KTMs 275lbs is portly😂 And I'm a Honda fan.....

[@billwillson5361]

I love my new 450RX but i think i would have liked to try the X

[@dormantmenace]

Spark arrestor? Here in cali half our ohv parks are on forresty.... Can I buy a rx ecu and put it in the x? Is the question.. for it to be green sticker I'm sure it's tune is locked. So can we bypass and still have a green sticker modern bike.. that's all anyone really wants to know here.

[@cyclenews]

That is actually a great question. A few shops in SoCal are RX/X masters (AHM, Precision Concepts, San Diego Power House) and will likely have answers for you.

[@christianpaulroldan4010]

Is there 450 for the road?

[@jayoutdoors1534]

450rl

[@christianpaulroldan4010]

@@jayoutdoors1534 is there a rally?

[@CatholicCrusader__30]

​​@@christianpaulroldan4010 there is a model call CRF 300 rally, but this is better

[@christianpaulroldan4010]

@@CatholicCrusader__30 i mean to convert it to supermoto might be very expensive

[@maxflight777]

I have a road legal CRF450RX .. 2023 (supplied road legal with plates , horn , fan etc ) im in Portugal but thanks to Red Moto it’s available across Europe ..

[@mmahdim5912]

Honda is the best

[@cyclenews]

Nice

[@dormantmenace]

Ya if you buying a mid 80s to 2002 2 stroke.. but that's about it. And if your gonna reference podiums.. kawasaki owns the modern 4 stroke title race. By alot.. more ama championships than any other manufactures. frankly I perfure yamaha. For modern dirtbikes. As far as gncc. Clearly European manufacturers own this category

[@mmahdim5912]

@@dormantmenace in all time's honda is the best and you shut up

[@dormantmenace]

​​​​@@mmahdim5912 ya if you ignore championship titles.. I've blown up 2 crf 450.. 07 450r. Amd 08 450x.. don't have much faith in them.. the 08.. had 78 miles on it.

[@riverbanks943]

@@dormantmenaceI got a 05 250x with 400 hours on it. I haven’t had any problems with it but I do keep up with the maintenance. I finished the perry mountain 24 hour race on it. Idk. Others might have had a different experience with Honda but mine’s been pretty good

[@jayoutdoors1534]

You'd find the RL not the L

[@cyclenews]

Thank you