2018 Honda CRF450R and CRF450RX
Electric start now standard on the motocross scalpelFor the first time, the Honda's flagship CRF450R motocross machine will be equipped with electric start as standard in 2018, powered by a lightweight lithium-ion battery. The electric 'leg' will also makes its way to the CRF450RX race-ready enduro machine.
Honda has also fine-tuned the suspension settings on the 2018 model CRF450R, with the modest updates not a surprise considering the 2017 model (review here) was the first clean sheet redesign of the bike in eight years with new chassis geometry, a low centre of gravity, race-ready 49mm Showa steel spring front forks, a 11 per cent hike in top-end power and more torque throughout the rev range.
Meanwhile, the CRF450RX will continue in the Honda lineup, with its enduro-spec suspension, PGM-FI and EMSB (Engine Mode Select Button) mapping, 8.5 litre fuel tank, 18-inch rear wheel, electric starter and sidestand. For 2018, the RX gets the same lithium-ion battery for the electric starter, saving 650 grams of weight.
Honda Australia is yet to announce availability or pricing for the 2018 CTRF450R or CRF450RX.
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