2027 Honda® CRF450RL Base

2027 Honda® CRF450RL

Built for riders who want serious off-road performance without sacrificing street-legal freedom, the CRF450RL is rugged, responsive, and ready for real adventure. With high-performance roots and an agile chassis inspired by the CRF450R platform, it delivers dual-sport versatility, factory handguards and a wide-ratio six-speed transmission. Add fresh 2027 styling, and you’ve got a bike that’s just as capable on the trail as it is getting there.

With a twin-spar aluminum frame, long-travel suspension, and a torquey single-cylinder engine, the CRF450RL thrives on everything from rugged trails to city streets.

Features may include:

• 450cc liquid-cooled Unicam single-cylinder engine

• Wide-ratio six-speed transmission

• 49mm inverted Showa® spring fork

• Race-inspired graphics

• Fully street legal

• 450cc Unicam® engine

The Unicam® cylinder-head engine is a hybrid design based on our championship-winning CRF450R. It is lighter, has a lower center of gravity, and a higher compression ratio, all designed to improve the outright power and performance.

• Street-legal and off-road capable

Street-legal in all 50 states, this motorcycle has a catalytic converter and can be ridden off-road almost anywhere. You can ride it on public lands, roads, and state and national parks. Plus, you won't need to haul your bike to the trailhead.

• New styling

The graphics of the CRF450RL are inspired by our MX models. New for 2027, they feature bold, horizontal Honda and CRF logos, along with blue side panels and a rear fender, creating a tri-color look that embodies the Honda HRC racing identity. The smooth bodywork allows for easy movement, and the in-mold graphics ensure durability.

• Wide-ratio six-speed transmission

Similar to the 450X, the 450RL features a six-speed wide-ratio gearbox. This allows the low gear to be excellent in slow, tight situations and the high gear to be tall enough for highway riding to the next trailhead or gas stop.

• Fuel injection

This bike's proven fuel injection system offers excellent torque and spot-on metering and response, especially in the critical low-rpm range. It also automatically compensates for elevation and weather changes.

• Twin-spar chassis

Excellent handling results from the twin-spar aluminum frame, which is lightweight and rigid. The chassis geometry has been specifically chosen for its responsiveness and is wider than the standard MX frame to accommodate the six-speed transmission.

• Electric start

An electric start system ensures easy starting in all conditions. The starter also drives the clutch side of the crankshaft, providing superior lubrication to its gears while producing a narrow engine with a short, strong crank.