Honda CRF450R Slettes vs Honda CRF450RE (2019)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CRF450R Slettesstacks up against the Honda CRF450RE. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CRF450R SlettesHonda CRF450RE
Model year20192018
Price$9,299
Engine450 cc450 cc
Horsepower53 hp53 hp
Torque48 Nm48 Nm
Seat height38 mm38 mm
Fuel capacity1.7 L1.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. Two-piston calipers. Single disc. Wave disc. Hydraulic.
Rear brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. Single-piston caliper. Single disc. Wave disc. Hydraulic.
Tires80/100-21 / 120/80-19 80/100-21 / 120/80-19

Honda CRF450R Slettes vs Honda CRF450RE — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CRF450R Slettes and the Honda CRF450RE usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CRF450R Slettes brings 53 hp, while the Honda CRF450RE counters with 53 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: