Honda CRF 450 R 2023: what changes?

Special livery for Honda CRF 450 R 2023 to mark its upcoming 50th birthday.

But not only that.

Interventions and optimizations on chassis and suspension. And major changes to the engine.

An iron diet and lots of “muscle” for power to be discovered thanks to 10 percent improved torque.

So focus on the four-emeans.

And let’s find out all the details.

Honda CRF 450 R: what has changed?

Starting with the frame, riders from Mxgp, Ama Supercross, and Ama Pro Motocross personally supervised the modifications.

The ability to put in a stiffer shock absorber spring and a better hydraulic setting made a huge change in riding performance.

More stability in braking and improved tire grip, combined with quicker direction changes, give great efficiency on the most difficult terrain.

Today the 450 presents itself as a vehicle with increased control and precision, even on treacherous and marked tracks.

The engine

As for the engine, however, the substantial revolution it has undergone gives a roaring rush of adrenaline. Thanks to new materials and reduced size.

See the details.

The new Unicam engine features narrower intake ducts.

The smaller throttle body ( has been reduced to 44 mm) has also been completely redesigned.

And timing, the sequence of optimal opening of the various valves of a four-stroke engine, has been entirely rethought with major changes.

The result is better torque delivery, increased by 10%. Noticeably stronger at low rpm and smoother power that is conducive to driving. Especially when exiting curves.

Finally, the aluminum silencer is more durable without affecting the overall weight of the vehicle.

An all-new bike, then. More powerful, precise and rideable, even on difficult tracks, but retaining the proven approach of engineer Soichiro Honda and nearly 50 years of experience.

Honda quatroemezzo 50 years later

Innovation after innovation, Honda presents yet another page in its history that began in 1973 with the iconic Elsinore model.

And it does so in an all-around way.

Not only innovative engine and power, but also new dress and a promotional spot with Steve McQueen retracing its milestones and great achievements.

Nostalgic, but not too much.

With an eye to the future, which, we are sure will still hold surprises and novelties.

Characteristics, these, which are reflected in the unprecedented attire with which it has been adorned.

For the time being, in fact, the new Honda CRF 450 R Aniversary, in Italy, will come with a celebratory livery that squashes the eye to the past.

An homage to the 1980s found in the blue seat, gold-colored wheels and handlebars, dark gray fork plates and white number plates.

A blank canvas all to personalize.

For a unique and celebratory vehicle that deserves your signature. Able to make you exclusive and recognizable from the starting gate to the podium. And all along the way, no matter how muddy and difficult.

Altheadesign offers you the opportunity to make this dream a reality.

With original Honda CRF 450 R graphics designed according to your needs.

A team of professionals, including a dedicated graphic designer, and exceptional technology are on hand to make your vehicle unrepeatable and resistant to any adversity.

And with the special “air free” system equipped with small channels for air to escape, applying stickers has never been easier. You can finally say goodbye to unsightly blisters and cutter to correct blemishes.

In the, end, your dirt bike will be unrepeatable.

For an adrenaline-pumping, powerful and… absolutely aesthetic!

Always recognizable.