Model updates: Honda’s MX2 machine receives 48mm Showa USD air forks saving 1.3kg weight compared to the 14YM, new rear mufflers plus 260mm wave-pattern front disc and detail updates. Additionally the same engine Mode Select Button as the CRF450R – with choice of three engine maps – Mode 1 delivers the standard combination of ECU maps, Mode 2 serves up smoother throttle control and Mode 3 returns a more aggressive power delivery. All-up kerb weight is down to 105.2kg. The engine got an increased compression ratio of 13.5:1. 

2015 CRF450R 

Model updates: Honda’s flagship MX machine receives an Engine Mode Select Button giving choice of three engine maps for different power delivery, plus more power from an HRC-spec cylinder head design and new exhaust. The chassis gets lighter second-generation Kayaba PSF2 units plus 260mm front disc. Peak power is up 1.2 bhp to 53 bhp @ 9,000rpm with maximum torque of 48Nm arriving at 7,000rpm.