The Honda CRF450X is an

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motorcycle made by

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. It currently has a

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single-cylinder engine. First offered in 2005, the CRF450X shares very little with the CRF450R motocrosser. The CRF450X has seen massive success in the

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, seeing 11 victories and another 5 wins in the Baja 500. Approximately 27,000 CRF450Xs have sold since October 2018.

First generation: 2005-2007

The 2005 featured a wide-ratio transmission, electric start, and an 18-inch rear wheel.

Second generation: 2008-2017

For the 2008 model year, the CRF450X received a

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, smaller fuel tank, and a revised

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Third generation: 2019-Present

For the 2019 model year, the CRF450X was an all new design, receiving fuel injection, and a new CRF450R-based motor and chassis. CRF450X revisions to the motor include more crank mass & revised piston shape.

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