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2007-2008 CRF450R Service & Repair Manual
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A Few Words Aboul Safely
Service Information
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The service and repair Information cOnlained in this manualJs It'Ilended for use by qualified, protessional technicians.
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Attempting servICe or repairs WIthout the proper training. 1000s, and equipment couki cause injury to you or others. It could also
damage the vehicle or create an unsafe condition.
This manual descnbes the proper methods and procedures tor performing sel\lice , mamtenance, and repairs. Some procedures
require the use of specially designed tools and dedkated equipment. Arri person who intends to use a replacement part, service
procedure or a tool that is not recommended by Honda, must determme the risks 10 their personal safety and the safe operation of
the vehicle.
If you need to replace a part, use genuine Honda parts WIth the correct part number or an equivalent part We strongly recommend
thai you do not use replacement parts of inferior Qua~ty.
For Your Customer's Safety
Proper service and maintenance are essential to the customer's safety and
the reliability 01 the vehicle. Any error or oversight while servicmg a vehr cle
can resuh in lauhy operation, damage 10 the vehicle, or injury to others.
For Your Safety
Because this manual is intended lor the prolessional service technician. we
do not provIde warnIngs about many basic shop safety practICes (e g ., Hot
parts-wear gloves). II you have not recerved shop safety training or do not
feeJ oonfldent about you r knowledge of sale servicing practrce, we
recommended that you do not attempt to perform the procedures described
In this manual.
Some of the most I mportant general service satety precaubons are given
below. However, we cannot warn you of fNery oonceivable hazard that can
arise in performrng servtee and repaIr procedures. Only you can decide
whether or not you should perform a given task
Important Safety Precautions
AWARNING
Improper service or repairs can create an
unsafe condition that can cause your customer
or others to be seriously hun or killed.
Follow the procedures and precaullons in thrs
manual and other servr ce materials carefully.
AWARNING
Failure to property follow Instructions and
precautions can cause you to be seriously hurt
or killed.
Follow the procedures and precautions in this
manual carefully.
Make sure you have a clear understanding of aJl basic shop safety practICes and that vou are weanng appropriate dothing and
using safety equipment. When performrng any service task. be especially careful of the following:
• Read all of the instructions before you begrn. and make sure you have the tools. the replacement or reparr parts, and the skIlls
required 10 perform the tasks safely and completely.
• Protect your eyes by using proper safety glasses, goggles or face shrelds any time you hammer, drill, gnnd, pry or work around
pressurized aIr or liqUids, and Springs or other stored-energy components . If there is any doubt, put on eye protection.
• Use other protectrve wear when necessary, lor example gloves or salety shoes. Handling hot or sharp parts can cause severe
burns or cuts. Before you grab something that looks like II can hurt you, stop and put on gloves.
• Protect yourse« and others whenever you have the vehICle up In the air. Any time you lift ihe vehicle, either wrth a hoist or a jack,
make sure that it IS always securely supported. Use }a:ck stands.
Make sure the engllle rs ofl before you begin any serv!dng procedures unless the instruction tells you to do otherwise.
Th rs will help elimrnate several potentJaI hazards:
• Carbon mono)tlde poisoning from engine exhaust. Be sure there IS adequate ventilation whenever you run the engine.
• Bums from hot pans or coolant Let the engine and exhaust system cool before working in those areas.
o Inlury from moving parts. II the Instructron tels you to run the engIne, be sure your hands, fingers and dothing are out of the way.
Gasoline w.pors and hydrogen gases from battenes are explosive. To reduce the POSSltlllrty of a fire or explosion. be careful when
wonong around gasoline or battanes.
• Use only a nonflammable solvent, not gasoline, to clean parts.
o Never dra.n or store gasoline in an open container.
• /(aep all cigarettes, sparks and flames aWWf from the battery and atllue l·re lated parts.
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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
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comperIlllt.1 lor 1M Inill'l wear thaI occut. dur.nQ the brea~·ln
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prOC*ll.Ir" lor removaV ... SlabIIOl'l 01 COif~1tS thaI may be
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paget; 01 .... d&\alled procedure
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• s.1ety Labels -on the YIIhtele
• Selety Messages - preceded by. ulery aiM symbol 1 Il!1d
01\1 01 IhIM signal words, O .... NGER WARNING, or CAU-
TION
These IIgOBl WOfds mean
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
,"I'H':13;' HUFlH you don'tlolIQW IIlStr\.ICtIOrI1:
'Iou CAN be KJUEO or SERIOUSLY
ID'iWiF "W' HURT If you don''''' onstJUChOnS
You CAN be HURT ~ you donI toIow
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• InWuaIons - how 10 servICe IfIIIIMI'IICIe correctly and ,,/ely
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CONTENTS
GENERAL INFORMATION
TECHNICAL FEATURE
MAINTENANCE
LUBRICATION SYSTEM
FUEL SYSTEM
COOLING SYSTEM
ENGINE REMOVAUlNSTALLATION
CYLINDER HEADNALVES
CYLINDER/PISTON
REAR WHEEUSUSPENSION
HYDRAULIC BRAKE
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
WIRING DIAGRAM
TROUBLESHOOTING
INDEX

SYMBOLS
The symbols used throughout this manual show specific service procedures. 11 supplementary information is required pertaining to
these symbols, it would be explained specifically in the texl without the use of the symbols.
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Replace the part(s) with new one(s) before assembly.
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Use the recommended engine oil, unless otherwise specified.
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Use molybdenum oil solution (mixture of the engine oil and molybdenum grease in a ratiO of 1:1)
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Use mUlti-purpose grease (lithium based multi-purpose grease NLGI #2 or equivalent).
Use molybdenum disulfide grease (con taining more than 3% molybdenum disulfide, NLGI #2 or
equivalent) .
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Example: MoIykole0 BA-2 plus manufactured by Dow Corning U.S.A.
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Multi-purpose M-2 manufactured by Milsubishi Oil, Japan
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Use molybdenum disulfide paste (containing more than 40% molybdenum disulfide , NLGI #2 or
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equivalent).
Example: Molykota® G-n Paste manufactured by Dow Corning U.S.A.
~ Honda Moly 60 (U.S.A. only)
Rocol ASP manufactured by Rocol Limited, U.K.
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Rocol Paste manufactured by Sumico Lubricant, Japan
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Use silicone grease.
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Apply a locking agent. Use a medium strength locking agent unless otherwise specified .
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Apply sealant.
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Use DOT 4 brake fluid. Use the recommended brake fluid unless otherwise specified.
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Use fork or suspension Iluid.

1. GENERAL INFORMATION
SERVICE RULES ······ .. ·· .... ········ .......... ········· 1-2
MODEL IDENTIFICATION······················ .. · .. 1-2
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS ······················ 1-4
LUBRICATION SYSTEM
SPECiFiCATIONS ········································ 1-5
FUEL SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS ··· ····· ····· · 1-5
COOLING SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS ...... 1-6
CYLINDER HEADIVALVES
SPECiFiCATIONS ········································ 1-6
CYLINDER/PISTON SPECIFICATIONS ······ 1-7
CLUTCH/ KICKSTARTER/ G EARSHIFT
LINKAGE SPECIFICATIONS ······················· 1-7
CRANKCASE/CRANKSHAFT/
TRANSMISSION/ BALANCER
SPECIFICATIONS ............. .. .......... ............... 1-8
FRONT WHEEL/ SUSPENSION/ STEERING
SPECIFICATIONS ...... .. ......... _ ......... _ ..... ...... 1-8
REAR WHEEL/SUSPENSION
SPECIFICATIONS ················ ·_· ·· ········ ······ ·· .. 1-9
HYDRAULIC BRAKE SPECiFiCATIONS····· 1-9
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SPECIFICATIONS ........................... _ ......... 1-10
STANDARD TORQUE VALUES·····_········· 1-11
ENGINE & FRAME TORQUE VALUES ···· 1-11
LUBRICATION & SEAL POINTS ····_········· 1-17
CABLE & HARNESS ROUTING 1'07) ....... 1-21
CABLE & HARNESS ROUTING
(After '07) ............................................ ... ... 1-25
OPTIONAL PARTS ········· ·······_·········_········· 1-30
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GENERAL INFORMATION
SERVICE RULES
1. Use genuine Honda or Honda-recommended parts and lubricants or their equivalents. Parts that do not meet
Honda's design specifications may cause damage to the moto rcycle.
2. Use the special tools designed for this product to avoid damage and incorrect assembly.
3. Use only metric tools when servicing the motorcycle. Metric bolts, nuts and screws are not interchangeable with
English fastener.
4. Install new gaskets, O-rings, cotter pins, and lock plates when reassembling.
5. When tightening bolts or nuts, begin with the larger diameter or inner bolt first. Then tighten to the specified torque
diagonally in incremental steps unless a particular sequence is specified.
6. Clean parts in cleaning solvent upon disassembly . Lubricate any sliding surfaces before reassembly.
7. After reassembly, check all parts fo r proper installation and operatio n.
8, Route all electrical wires as sh own in the Cable and Harness Routing ('07: page 1·21, After ' 07 : page 1·25).
ABBREVIATION
Throughout this manual, the following abbreviations are used to identify the respective parts or systems .
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MODEL IDENTIFICATION
' 07 model sh own:
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SERIAL NUMBERS
The Vehicle Identification Number (V. i.N.) is stamped on the right side
of the steering head.
The engine serial number is stamped on the left side of the lower .-----.,
crankcase.
The carburetor identification number is stamped on the left side of the
carburetor body .
LABEL
Th e Model Identification Label is located on right side of the f rame.
GENERAL INFORMATION
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GENERAL INFORMATION
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
ITEM SPECIFICATION
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DIMENSIONS Overall length 2,191 mm (86.3 in)
Overall width 825 mm (32.5 in)
Overall height '07 1,262 mm (49.7 in)
After '07 1,283 mm (50.5 in)
Wheelbase ' 07 1,495 mm (58.9 in)
After '07 1,491 mm (58.7 in)
Seat height ' 07 955 mm (37.6 in)
After '07 971 mm (38.2 in)
Footpeg height '07 432 mm (17.0 in)
After '07 446 mm (17.6 in)
Ground clearance '07
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339 mm (13.3 in)
After '07 353 mm (13 .9 in)
FRAME Frame type Twin tube
Front suspension Telescopic fork
Front suspension axle travel 280 mm (11.0 in)
Front suspension cushion stroke 315 mm (12.4 in)
Rear suspension Pro-link
Rear wheel travel 320 mm (12.6 in)
Rear damper Decarbon type with nitrogen gas filled
damper
Front tire size 801100-21 51 M
Rear tire size 110/90·1962M
Tire brand (Dunlop) Front: D742FAlRear: 0756
Front brake Hydraulic single disc
Front brake swept area 334.5 cm
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Rear brake Hydraulic single disc
Rear brake swept ar ea 391.1 cm
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(60.6 ln2)
Caster angle '07 26°47'
After '07 27 ° 8'
Trail length '07 109.3 mm (4.30 in)
After '07 120.3 mm (4.74 in)
Fuel tank capacity 7.2 liter (1.90 US gal, 1.58 Imp gal)
ENGINE Bore and stroke
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96.0 x 62.1 mm (3.78 x 2.44 in )
Displacement 449.4 cm
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(27.41 cu-in)
Compression ratio 12.0 : 1
Valve train Chain drive and OHC with rocker arm
Intake valve opens at 1.0 mm (0.04 in) lift 15° BTDC
closes at 1.0 mm (0.04 in) lift 50° ABDC
Exhaust valve opens at 1.0 mm (0.04 in) lift 55° BBDC
closes at 1.0 mm (0.04 in) lift 15° ATDC
Lubrication system Forced pressure and wet sump
Oil pump type Trochoid
Cooling system Liquid cooled
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Air filtration Oiled polyurethane foam
Crankshaft type Assembled type
Engine dry weight 28.9 kg (63.7 Ibs)
Cylinder arr angement Si ngle cylinder, inclined 8° from vertical
CARBURETOR Carburetor type Piston valve type
Venturi diameter 41 mm (1.6 in)
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GENERAL INFORMATION
ITEM
DRIVE TRAIN Clutch system
Clutch operation system
Transmission
Primary reduction
Final reduction
Gear ratio 1st
2nd
3,d
4th
5th
Gearshift panern
, ELECTRICAL Ignition system
LUBRICATION SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATION
Multi-plate, wet
Cable operated
Constant mesh, 5-speed
2.739 ( 63123 )
3.692 (48113)
1800 (27/ 15)
1.470 (25117)
1.235 (2 1/ 17)
1050 (21/20)
0.909 (20/22)
left foot operated return system,
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ITEM
Engine oil capacity
Unit' mm (in)
ST TA iC N "O ;;- A iC R "' O ------,-- "S "' E"RV "I "' C "' E LIMIT j'
At draining 0.66 liter 0.70 US qt, 0.58 Imp qt)
At oil filter
0.69 liter (0.73 US qt. 0.61 Imp qt)
change =-+_,
__ -+--'iAo-t dcci,s~ssembly 0.85 liter (0.90 US qt. O.7S1mp qt) _
At draining 0.59 liter (0.62 US qt. 0.52 Imp qt) Transmission oil capacity
Recommended engine oil
__ ---"--' A-"t" d,,;'=a"",,'e=m=bl~y--t---i0 0.67 liter (0.7 1 US qt, O.591mp qt;,J -;;;::;;-+ _ _ ___ _
Pro Honda GN4 4-stroke oil (U.S.A. and
Canada) or equivalent motor oil
API service classification: SG or Hig her
JASO T 903 standard: MA
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Recommended transmission oil Pro Honda GN4 4-stroke oil (U.S.A. and
Canada) or equivalent motor oil
API service classification: SG or Higher
JASO T 903 standard: MA
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~'J T~;p~d~e~.,~a~n~,e ~j~ oi . '~5~10J.'~0~06~) 0.20 (0",0",08",1 '--1 -
Body clearance 0.15 - 0.21 (0.006 - 0.008)
Side clearance 0.05 - 0.13 (0.0"0,"2~ - -, 0",O",0,,5,,J _ ____ -,-_____ -.J -
Oil pump
FUEL SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
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Fuel tank capacity
Carburetor identification number '07
After '07
Main jet
Slow jet
r ACC pump bypas s '07
After '07
Jet needle '07
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Jet needl e clip positio"ni;I::S"ta=n"d"a",d"J,---.,,,, _ _ _
Pilot screw initial ope .. n,~ ;n ~ g ~ _ _ ~~'0~7:e;:'!fi_
_ Aher '07
Float level
Idle speed
Thronle grip freeplay
Hot start lever freeplay
TP sensor (Blue eli'a:C'!.:k'J :: ,e ",";,::ta:: n","e"l a"t"2"OW OC ""1 68
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SPECIFICATIONS
7.2 fiter (1.90 US gal, 1.58 Imp gal)
FCROOF
FCROOG
#178
#42
#50
#55
NJYR
NJGR
3rd from top
1-314 turns out
1-518 turns out
____ --; 6".0: mm (0. 24 in)
1,700 ± 100 rpm
3 - 5 mm (118 3/16 in)
2 - 3 mm (1/16 118 in)
4 6 kn
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GENERAL INFORMATION
COOLING SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
ITEM SPECIFICATIONS
Coolant capacity At change 1.03 liter (l09 US qt, a.9l Imp qt )
At disassembly 1.12 liter (1.18 US qt, 0. 99 Imp qt)
Radiator cap relief pressure l OB 1 37 kPa (1.1 1 .4 kgf/cm. 16 - 20 psi)
Recommended antifreeze Pro Honda HP Coolant or an equivalent high quality ethyl-
ene glycol antifreeze containing silicate-free corrosion
inhibitors
Standard coolant concent ration , : 1 mixture with distilled water
CYLINDER HEADIVALVES SPECIFICATIONS
ITEM
I CYlinde, oomp,,,,'on ;;~~6':~~5 ". ' 7B p,;)
, Cylinder h,~e'~d~:'I'~,~,:," - 0.05 (0.002
IV alve and Valve clea,,,,;;no,,e;---l=~ 1 ~=j:=g~~03
I valve guide ! ± :03 (0: 1 ± .001 -
Valve stem 0.0.
V,lve 'pclng "ee lengto
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C,m lobe height IN - 37.7BC . 37.39 1.472J
HoCker arm Rooke, oem I.
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This manual is a comprehensive guide for repairing the Honda CRF450R 2007-2008, featuring detailed illustrations and step-by-step instructions. It is designed for both DIY enthusiasts and professional mechanics, offering a cost-effective solution for maintaining your bike.
Key topics covered in this manual include:
- General Information
- Lubrication
- Maintenance
- Fuel System
- Engine Removal / Installation
- Cylinder Head / Valves
- Cylinder / Piston
- Clutch / Gearshift Linkage
- Alternator / Cam
- Transmission
- Brake
- Suspension
- Ignition System
- Wiring Diagram
- Troubleshooting
- And Much More
The manual is available in PDF format and is compatible with all versions of Windows and Mac. It is written in English and requires Adobe Reader for access. With instant access and no shipping costs, this manual provides a convenient solution for your repair and service needs.