Why BUY A Honda CRF 450 RL?

Why buy a Honda CRF 450 RL when its not the lightest or most powerful dual sport on the market?
I address some of the concerns people have about buying a Honda 450 RL.
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0:00 Intro
0:14 Honda 450 RL
0:42 Power
3:03 Weight
6:40 Suspension
7:24 Maintenance
8:54 The One Problem
10:19 In Summary
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[@jctoth]

Great video. I own a 450RL with over 18,000 miles of absolute reliability and the valves are still in spec with the original shims. I’ve got it setup as an ultralight ADV bike. I tried the 500exc-f but that motor is way too buzzy. The GET SX1 ecu and Graves exhaust is crazy good! And I’ve owned them all. Keep up the good work.

[@MobMoto]

you got that right! Thanks brother

[@898orion]

What kind of MPG are you getting on the GET ECU?

[@MobMoto]

I get like 40 average mpg@@898orion

[@Francisco_VI]

That's honestly a relief. I was worried about how many times I would have to check my valves.

[@donnywalker1628]

I have the ‘22 with full graves exhaust but its been too cold to ride. What happens if you ride the bike with full exhaust no ecu?

[@JohnDoe-mv6sh]

I’ve never had to adjust the valves. They are always in spec when I check. 450RL is a reliable tank!

[@sevay696]

How many miles do you got?

[@RandomGRK]

I have the 450L and I adore the bike for its intended purpose. What a fantastic machine. I tried the KTM 500 and for my riding, I much prefer the Honda.

[@jarrod1687]

What kind of riding do you do? I've got a 450L and love it besides the throttle

[@RandomGRK]

@@jarrod1687Mostly fire roads, deep sand and double track. Some single track/fire cuts thrown in here and there but I'm not actively seeking it out.

[@davidsalo8397]

I traded the AIM ECU for the GET ECU (SX-1). That fixed the quirky low rpm stalling issue. With an FMF Muffler and the air box lid removed, my 2022 RL goes plenty fast for me. Very torquey too. The great suspension, smoothness and reliability makes the Honda a winner. I wouldn't trade it for any KTM.

[@ss22076]

In Thailand it’s the only road legal race bike at $10k price point. KTM is available at almost double, so no brainer!

[@beefquiche]

did you get one?

[@markhamdesigns]

Excellent review you hit all the points needed without all the extra talking. Great job

[@coyotef150surfer7]

Love the quality of this Honda bike! Once I modded out ECU, exhaust, tires and put on the RSC clutch lever, the 450RL just feels more engaging and quality than the KTM. Just planted and goes straight through desert whoops at 4th gear speed. It is very durable, including the stock turn signals, kick stand and headlight- all of these are annoyingly poor quality on my buddy’s ‘22 KTM 500 EXCF. Fixable tho.

[@coyotef150surfer7]

*RSM stunt clutch lever

[@Passinthru]

Great information Rodney! Would like to own one - almost bought one, got a 300 Rally instead. My decision was based on some of what you covered, maintenance schedule. The solutions you have installed have added much better maintenance intervals. Very smart! Thanks.

[@MobMoto]

The 300 Rally is a great bike!

[@ml5955]

I’m not into duel sports or the Honda, but your video is very informative and was enjoyable to watch. Thank you. 👍

[@FadeIntoMe333]

Thanks for the review, mang! 🪖🪽💗

[@johnhudson571]

I own one it AWESOME. For a older dude that is not Hard core racer. But do not let it fool you into its a slug it goes, with great suspension.

[@scarumanga]

I was contemplating getting a 450RL in October, I nearly did, I called the dealership and got all the pricing. Last minute I changed my mind and went with a 690 enduro r because they were $1000cdn off at that exact time. So actually was cheaper than a 450RL and that was a no-brainer. The 690 has 74 horsepower.

[@BushmanCanuck]

How is it in the dirt?

[@alblacquier4465]

I love my 2023 CRF450RL I only have 1,400 I work in Saudi Arabia so when I take a vacation you know what I will be riding.

[@BravoActual4756]

Still on the fence about this one. Have a couple of friends with them. Did all the mods and still ended up selling. The other one is "mostly tolerable". I get the emissions requirements but still disappointing, grew up on Hondas as well. At this age the pain in the ass factor weighs heavily.

[@bushybill7189]

This reflects my views on them. I recently sold my old CRF450X and looked hard at these. There are too many doubts around them, particularly given that a proper test ride on one was not a possibility. Also, I'm sick of stalling and flameouts. I ended up with a Beta 480 and am most happy with that choice.

[@jondotcom8706]

The #1 complaint is flameouts which is 100 fixable in 15 seconds by turning up the idle. It’s really that simple

[@bushybill7189]

@@jondotcom8706 it didn't fix the flame outs on my old 450x. I even had a flywheel weight fitted. That bike was excellent though on every other aspect.

[@daleadmire1451]

I started my Honda career with an ATC 110 that I put about 10,000 miles on as a kid that thing was a tank! CR 125, then I got an 89 TRX 250 R fourtrax which I owned for over 30 years and sold it for more than I purchased it new. Now I’ve been riding an XR 650 L for the past 10 years. I was going to get a KTM 500 EXC however I’m going to stick with Honda and get one of these instead, Honda has never let me down.

[@orionswitness]

They are about to hit showrooms in Australia after being discontinued since 2020. Have a feeling they are going to sell well, lots of people getting tired of the big expensive heavy adventure bikes , that are basically too heavy to pick up after being dropped . A 450 sub 145kg wet bike that can do 60 mph on the highway easily all day and night ,and tear up the dirt, plus wheelstand at will , and can actually do jumps with stock suspension ..should be a hit down under .

[@daleadmire1451]

Yes, the weight issue is very scary off-road I’ve been riding an XR 650 L and I’ve dumped it over several times and even that is very difficult to pick up, which is why I want something lightweight as possible like this

[@edwardreyes3540]

What lights are you running off the handlebars? I like the set up...

[@MobMoto]

Ruby Moto R4

[@renotimberwolf2139]

Great Video!! I have a 2023 CRF 450RL, with almost everything you have except for the exhaust and flywheel weight. Would I notice a difference adding the flywheel weight to a my highly modified 450 (I have a Taco Moto Get ECU)?

[@MobMoto]

if youre happy with the throttle response I wouldn't worry about it, but I like mine and feel its the cheapest way to fix the stock throttle response. Thanks brother

[@mikeisland7382]

My favourite bit about the flywheel weight is how it improves the L's 1st gear game. When you're slipping the clutch in 1st deflecting off rocks it just keeps chugging. Something the light MX style engines aren't great at. It makes it more forgiving to poor clutch work and easier to ride at slow speeds regardless of ecu. @@MobMoto

[@fanktank1]

So sad I'm in South africa 🇿🇦 this bike was on sale one year 2017, and then they stopped selling them. I want to buy one but there's no stock available. I wonder if I could import one for a good price.

[@MobMoto]

good luck

[@kx501]

Hi Can you tell me the part number of that Reckluse clutch cover? because i asked my local dealer and said that clutch cover doesnt increase oil capacity

[@MobMoto]

It doesn't add as much as i would like but it does add about 25%. you'll have to look it up on Google, I'm not sure what it is.

[@fretstain]

what would you consider the lightest and most powerful competition in its class?

[@maxamps45]

how does it climb hills?

[@lw8447]

How great was the wr250r back in 2008.....not lightest or most powerful. ! The CRF is awesome.. We need yamaha to build the wr350/400/450r. So many great choices depending on your needs

[@MobMoto]

australia gets the 450 wr street legal.

[@lw8447]

@@MobMoto yeah but its the F

[@rockyesterline7942]

My 2022 450. F.R.L Is The stiffest suspension on any bike on the planet and I already had $900 of suspension work done to it. And it is Stiffer than a covered wagon

[@MobMoto]

use the clickers and it adjust to softer settings

[@user-se7vt5ow4e]

Strange that the 450 RX in Spain is road legal. I even was able to tag a KTM300XCW.

[@daleadmire1451]

Consider yourself very lucky because you’re in the EU. That may change in the near future, hopefully not!

[@johnmclaughlin4802]

👍

[@ravi3457]

is this bike made in Japan or Thailand ?? someone please respond. And also Is it written any where on the bike ?

[@MobMoto]

Japan

[@daleadmire1451]

Yes, you can’t beat Japanese quality they build engines the way the Swiss build watches!

[@Ammothief41]

Why buy? Where are you guys even finding these things? Haven't seen a 450x or 450rl on a show floor in months out here. Tons of 450r's but I want the 6 speed transmission of the x / rl.

[@MobMoto]

Where you at? I got a spot just outside vegas that gets both of them a lot and a good price. 6 speed all day!

[@Ammothief41]

@@MobMoto I'm in phx!!! Ridenow? Nope. Local dealers? Nope! Damn things are hard to find out here!

[@Ammothief41]

@@MobMotoIf there's a place in phx with a 2023 450x I'll pick it up tomorrow.

[@MobMoto]

Honda world in Mesquite NV but its actually Arizona. I always have to drive a lil to get one.@@Ammothief41

[@Ammothief41]

@@MobMoto Sounds good. Looks like the 2024's are hitting shelves cuz a couple phoenix dealers just got them in today. (or up on the website, anyway) Gotta call tomorrow

[@nathanbanks7091]

The quantity of extremely low milage used CRF450RL's for sale make me believe that this bike has problems... A local dealership has 3 for sale with less than 800 miles on each one.

[@MobMoto]

I think its more performance than the average honda buyer is used to. The only problem is the throttle response, some say its not a problem others fix it with aftermarket parts. Its still honda reliability.

[@timmoore6656]

Exactly. I will have my KTM500 buried with me.

[@seth4648]

Full synthetic in a Honda 450 😢

[@Sventy11]

The throttle twitch is probably the best reason not to buy this bike if you dont like modifying your bike. Anyone want to buy mine? 2023 1800 miles

[@rockyesterline7942]

Is the worst suspension on any bike that was ever made on this planet?Don't let him fool you

[@MobMoto]

Haha, no suspension is perfect, but this suspension will cost less to get where you want it. You're probably used to a 300L suspension, but good suspension is stiff, and its easier to soften a suspension than stiffen them.

[@axellness]

Holy shit did you mean to get high when voicing this video ?

[@daleadmire1451]

How funny I was thinking the same thing!

[@billsharko3007]

The Beta RRS bikes stock are light years better than the Honda 450RL and you don't have spend thousands of extra dollars to make them a good bike . No thanks Honda!

[@Hans_P]

Agree. My 500 RR-S is awesome.

[@thecocooreo]

KTM is #1 =)

[@matthewjv123567]

Number 1 to the mechanic.

[@ogasi1798]

buy a 500 exc - it is better, more rideable, better kit, better and lighter bike - the honda is so heavy

[@jdirt1982]

The Honda is clearly a better bike, especially if you consider the subframe extension for taking your mom on long hard rides.....

[@roycemartin9068]

I’ve owned the husqvarna fe 450 and now the Honda. Honda feels better built, higher quality fit and finish. More durable engine, and better suspension. The husqvarna was great for tight trail riding. Super light and a fun overall bike. For me, the Honda is the better bike but it all depends on how you’re gonna use your bike.

[@ogasi1798]

@@jdirt1982 🤣🤣