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22/07/2010  

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 2011 Honda CRF450R 
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NEW 2011 HONDA CRF450R MODEL Specifications

For 2011 Honda introduces a new and improved CRF450R to it's successful motocross range which will also comply with the new FIM noise regulations. Further improvements have also been made in mid range power delivery with a new ECU mapping and narrower throttle body.
   

General
Model   CRF450R
Mold Type   ED-type
Engine
Type   Liquid-cooled
4-stroke 4-valve OHC single
Displacement   449.7cm³
Bore x Stroke   96 x 62.1mm
Compression Ratio   12 : 1
Max. Power Output   40.9kW / 8,500min-1 (95/1/EC)
Max. Torque   50.5Nm / 7,000min-1 (95/1/EC)
Fuel System
Carburation   PGM-FI electronic fuel injection
Fuel Tank Capacity   5.7 litres
Electrical System
Ignition System   Full transistor with digital ignition
Starter   Primary kick
Drivetrain
Clutch   Wet, multiplate
Transmission   5-speed constant mesh
Primary Reduction   2.739 (63/23)
Gear Ratios 1 1.800 (27/15)
  2 1.470 (25/17)
  3 1.235 (21/17)
  4 1.050 (21/20)
  5 0.909 (20/22)
Final Reduction   3.692 (48/13)
Final Drive   #520 roller chain
Frame
Type   Aluminium twin-spar
Chassis
Dimensions   (LxWxH) 2,191 x 827 x 1,273mm
Wheelbase   1,491mm
Caster Angle   26° 53'
Trail   114.5mm
Seat Height   954mm
Ground Clearance   332mm
Kerb Weight   107.6kg (F: 53.2kg; R: 54.4kg)
 
Suspension
Type Front 48mm inverted KYB leading-axle twinchamber cartridge-type telescopic fork with 18-step adjustable compression and 18- step rebound damping; 273mm axle travel
  Rear Pro-Link with KYB damper, adjustable lowspeed (18-step) and high-speed (1.5-turn) compression and 20-step rebound damping; 320mm axle travel
Wheels
Type Front Aluminium rim/wire spoke
  Rear Aluminium rim/wire spoke
Rim Size Front 21 x 1.60
  Rear 19 x 2.15
Tyre Size Front 80/100 21 (51M)
  Rear 110/90 19 (62M)
Brakes
Type Front 240mm x 3mm hydraulic disc with dualpiston caliper and sintered metal pads
  Rear 240mm x 4mm hydraulic disc with singlepiston caliper and sintered metal pads

All specifications are provisional and subject to change without notice.
      

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A - New settings and
     a Refined Pro-Link Ratio

New settings and a refined Pro-Link ratio for improved suspension action and enhanced machine balance

B - Battery-less FI system
Battery-less FI system with new tapered injector delivers excellent bottom to mid-range drivability, smooth power delivery in high altitudes and enhanced fuel efficiency

C - New, narrower throttle body
New, narrower throttle body enhances bottom to mid-range power and torque feel, and improves throttle control.

D - Powerful Unicam Engine
Powerful but lightweight Unicam engine features revised ECU settings to improve starting and on/off throttle control.

E - Low mass centralisation
Low mass centralisation gives a highly controlled ride feel and makes jumping and manoeuvring in the air easier.
   
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