Honda’s CRF450 model is one of the most popular dirt bikes that comes with a 450cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine. Its engine, gearing, suspension, and handling are designed for more comfort on trails at low speeds.
The Honda CRF450 comes in several variants, such as the CRF450R, CRF450R-S, CRF450RL, CRF450X and the CRF450RX. All these models are very similar, so it becomes difficult to choose one among them. This blog explores the differences between the CRF450R-S and the CRF450R. I hope this blog post helps you choose between the CRF450R-S and the CRF450R.
When you check the specifications of the CRF450R-S and CRF450R bikes, you will find that they are the same. The seat height of the CRF450R-S is lower than the CRF450R, with the seat height of the CRF450R-S standing at 37.8 inches and the CRF450R at 38.0 inches.
Here is the specification table for the CRF450R-S and the CRF450R.
ENGINE
| Parameters | CRF450R-S | CRF450R |
| Engine Type | 450cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder | 450cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder |
| Bore And Stroke | 96mm x 62.1mm | 96mm x 62.1mm |
| Compression Ratio | 13.5:1 | 13.5:1 |
| Valve Train | Unicam SOHC; four valves per cylinder | Unicam SOHC; four valves per cylinder |
| Induction | Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI), 46mm downdraft throttle body | Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI), 44mm downdraft throttle body |
CHASSIS SUSPENSION BRAKES
| Parameters | CRF450R-S | CRF450R |
| Front Suspension | 49mm inverted Showa fork with rebound- and compression-damping adjustability; 12.2-inch travel | 49mm inverted Showa fork with 13-position rebound and 15-position compression-damping adjustability; 12.2-inch travel |
| Rear Suspension | Pro-Link Showa single shock with spring-preload, rebound- and compression-damping adjustability; 12.4-inch travel | Pro-Link Showa single shock with adjustable spring preload, 11-position rebound and six-position high- and low-speed compression-damping adjustability; 12.4-inch travel |
| Front brake | Single 260mm disc with twin-piston caliper | Single 260mm disc with twin-piston caliper |
| Rear Brake | Single 240mm disc | Single 240mm disc |
| Front Tire | Dunlop MX33; 80/100-21 | Dunlop MX33; 80/100-21 |
| Rear Tire | Dunlop MX33; 120/80-19 | Dunlop MX33; 120/80-19 |
DIMENSIONS
| Parameters | CRF450R-S | CRF450R |
| Wheelbase | 58.3 inches | 58.3 inches |
| Rake (Caster Angle) | 27.1° | 27.1° |
| Trail | 4.5 inches | 4.5 inches |
| Seat Height | 37.8 inches | 38.0 inches |
| ground clearance | 13.2 inches | 13.2 inches |
| Fuel Capacity | 1.7 gallons | 1.7 gallons |
| Curb Weight | 244 pounds (Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuel) | 245 pounds (Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuel) |
OTHER
| Parameters | CRF450R-S | CRF450R |
| Available Colors | Red | Red |
| Model ID | CRF450R-S | CRF450R |
Conclusion
There is no significant difference between the CRF450R-S and the CRF450R, the CRF450R’s seat is slightly higher. Rest of the engine and power are same for both. That’s why one should not think too much in choosing one of these two. You will get the same riding experience with both the bikes.