The key foundations of Honda s multi championship winning off road family the CRF450R CRF450RX CRF250R and CRF250RX receive major updates for 25 year model aimed at cutting lap times for riders at all levels of competition For 2026 Honda will carry forward the 2025 model without changes At the very heart of the changes is a 70 new twin spar aluminium frame Its redesigned front down tube and stiffener spars combine with new pivot plates and upper shock mount to generate an 8 increase in torsional and 5 increase in lateral rigidity improving all important cornering stability The frame also features new subframe attachment points top and bottom yokes and front wheel axle clamp that hold the all new 49mm Showa front forks which have been developed to enhance rider control all the way from initial movement to the end of the stroke These are paired with a new rear Showa shock and Pro link linkage ratio for ultimate track performance on even the roughest of surfaces The black DID aluminium rims remain but for 25YM now feature an all new two piston front brake caliper developed from HRC racing experience that features new pistons and piston seal grooves to deliver significant improvements in braking performance when hot The 25YM models engines benefit from new injection settings a redesigned crankshaft and extensive revisions to both intake and exhaust paths The crankshaft features increased rigidity around the crank pin and an improvement in the moment of inertia allowing it to spin up faster Airflow improvements see air being drawn into the engine via a more direct route through the intake airbox and intake funnels reducing resistance and improving throttle control and acceleration The exhaust system which includes a new more robust muffler benefits from new extended header pipes at the start of the exhaust as well as a straighter smoother exit path improving both mid to high range power output and acceleration In terms of electronics for 25YM the CRF250R gains Honda Selectable Torque Control from its larger sibling featuring 3 modes and an off setting The 25YM CRF450R and CRF250R feature updated lightweight shrouds and side covers adorned with new CRF family graphics which now include the Honda Wing prominently displayed on the front mudguard The 25YM CRF250RX and CRF450RX will benefit from the same updates as their motocross siblings and feature unique ECU fuel injection mapping for improved enduro performance They retain their 8L plastic fuel tank compared to their R counterparts 6 3L titanium tank forged aluminium sidestand and knuckle guards as standard
