
After finally getting back on top of the premier 450 class in Monster Energy Supercross and AMA Pro Motocross, Honda injected much of what it learned out on the racetrack into its 2025 CRF450R.
WORDS: Kris Keefer
PHOTOS: ALIGN MEDIA
As Honda unveiled its 2025 version of the CRF450R to the moto press, one couldn’t help but feel that this was a particular model that seemed a long time in the making. One could also feel a sense of relief and satisfaction for everyone involved with the brand, because the new offering comes in the midst of what’s been a very successful run for the Red Riders. After all, it’s been a while.
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