r/CRF450L

I am curious if Honda is going to use the redesigned 450r as the basis for a new 450RL. The new 450r has a new frame, motor, suspension and electronics (ecu). I am hopeful to see these updates on the new RL. I want to get an RL but would absolutely love to get the updated version.

I am particularly interested in the lower weight, improved ecu, better power/suspension, improved geometry etc.

Anyone hear any info or rumors on 28 model?

I have a 2021 450RL with the GET SX1. I also have a full FMF Q4 exhaust and Twin Air filter (no backfire screen), stock gearing. I did a three day off-road trip and ran it on the "enduro" map thinking the lower power setting would result in the best gas mileage. I ran out of gas once but fortunately my buddy was carrying a rotopack. I was only getting 30mpg on a mix of pavement and fairly mild dirt roads. I asked TacoMoto about it and the said the enduro map is not the best for range.

I did another trip using the high power map and got 46mpg on about 60/40 mix of road and dirt. Better but still seems low for a single. Is it unreasonable to expect better milage? I have a 3 gallon IMS tank on it but plan more long dual sport rides where fuel is far between. Should I just carry more gas?

I'm 36 years old and never raced before but have been interested in entering local desert races in northern Nevada.

What's your experience with racing the RL? Any must-do mods?

I'd think just removing mirrors and turn signals. Maybe dedicated wheels? Or at least swapping out the tires for non-DOTs. Or would something like the K760 Trakmaster IIs be adequate?

Let's discuss!