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CRF450R 2009 - Hardpack

Tuned for Lovolo - adds: hardpack, fast, off_camber

Honda CRF450R 2009 - 75 kg, Intermediate, Neutral, Hardpack - Lovolo

Set this first

There is nothing to change here: the values below come from a released reference and are used as they are - so there is no factory value for them to deviate from.

Key values

14 confirmed settings available.

Source

Released reference setup, editorially reviewed · Moderately documented

Referenced (not linked):
  • Honda CRF450R 2009 Owner's Manual & Competition Handbook + Honda 2009 CRF450R specifications (2009)

Last reviewed: 29 Jul 2026

All technical values

Complete settings, technical data, components, gearing and geometry - including the adjusters that exist on the bike but do not carry a confirmed value yet.

14 confirmed values
BrakeNissin Hydraulic Disc Brakes
ChainOEM Chain
Chain length116 linksOEM
ChassisOEM Aluminium Twin-Spar Frame (Honda MX 2007-2012)
ClutchOEM Wet Multiplate Clutch
ECUOEM Engine Management
ForkKYB 48 mm Twin-Chamber Fork
Compressionclicks out from fully closed13 clicksreviewed
Reboundclicks out from fully closed8 clicksreviewed
Spring rate4.5 N/mmreviewed
HandlebarOEM Handlebar
ShockKYB Piggyback Monoshock
Sagloaded, rider in gear100 mmreviewed
High-speed compressionclicks out from fully closed1.5 turnsreviewed
Low-speed compressionclicks out from fully closed11 clicksreviewed
Reboundclicks out from fully closed14 clicksreviewed
Spring rate53 N/mmreviewed
SwingarmOEM Aluminium Swingarm
TireDunlop Geomax D742/D756
Compoundmediumreviewed
Front tire pressure1 bar (14.5 psi)reviewed
Rear tire pressure1 bar (14.5 psi)reviewed
TransmissionOEM Final Drive
Front sprocket13 teethreviewed
Rear sprocket48 teethreviewed

After the ride

Tested a change? Record what happened. LAISA stores it against this bike and this condition. The recommendation above does not adapt to it automatically yet.

About this baseline

For a 75 kg Intermediate rider with a Neutral style, the Hardpack baseline for the Honda CRF450R 2009 at Lovolo shifts none of the 14 computed settings away from the OEM standard. Values come from OEM defaults, your rider and condition factors and 13 verified reference setups.

Value provenance: OEM = manufacturer specification · verified = confirmed by an expert · reviewed = editorially reviewed reference · community = confirmed by the community (median of at least three public setups) · computed = automatically derived by the LAISA engine. Automatically extracted and unconfirmed values never appear on public pages.

No public community setups yet for this bike and condition.

Doesn't feel right on track?

Pick the symptom and we'll show the likely setup causes - and whether it is really a technique thing.

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Riding technique
Vision and line in ruts - corneringControlling the bike off jump faces - jumpingThrottle control on corner exit (MX) - throttle

Matching protective gear

The right setup is half the job - the other half is protective gear matched to the discipline and conditions.

Acerbis Motocross-Helm Airstrike-C
HelmetFits the discipline
Acerbis Motocross-Helm Airstrike-C
ECE 22.06
Acerbis Handschuhe Carbon G 5.0
GlovesFits the discipline
Acerbis Handschuhe Carbon G 5.0
Level 2Level 1
Alpinestars Tech 5 Stiefel Black
BootsFits the discipline
Alpinestars Tech 5 Stiefel Black
EN 13634CE

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Gear for these conditions

Frequently asked questions

What is a good Hardpack setup for the Honda CRF450R 2009?

For a 75 kg Intermediate rider with a Neutral style, the Hardpack baseline for the Honda CRF450R 2009 at Lovolo shifts none of the 14 computed settings away from the OEM standard.

How much race sag for the Honda CRF450R 2009?

As a starting point, 100 mm of race sag at 75 kg rider weight. Measure with a helper and set it via spring preload.

What tire pressure for the Honda CRF450R 2009 in Hardpack conditions?

As a starting point: 1 bar front, 1 bar rear - computed for a 75 kg Intermediate rider. Check cold and adjust in small steps by feel.

What gearing (sprockets) does the Honda CRF450R 2009 run?

As a starting point, 13 teeth front / 48 teeth rear. For more acceleration go larger at the rear (or smaller at the front); for more top speed, the reverse.

Are these values safe to ride?

Baseline values are starting points generated from OEM defaults, rider weight, skill, style and conditions - not safety guarantees. Verify on the bike, adjust step by step and ride within your limits.

Baseline values are starting points generated from OEM defaults, rider weight, skill, style, and condition - or lifted from an expert/verified setup where one exists (see the provenance badge). They are not safety guarantees. Verify on the bike and ride within your limits.