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Polisport Swingarm Protectors for the Honda CRF450RL / CRF450L

Polisport does not make their plastic swingarm protectors specifically for the 2019+ Honda CRF450L/RL Dual Sport models, however they do make a set for an older generation 2017-2018 CRF450R/RX that will fit the L/RL models with just a very minor modification (see below). They are available in black, grey or red plastic.

We recently installed these on our CRF450RL Supermoto Conversion. Installation on the CRF450L/RL is pretty easy... for the most part you just slide the protectors over the swingarm, and once positioned in place, you use the included heavy duty zip ties to secure them to the swingarm. They also include two strips of adhesive tape that go on the inside of each protector to stick them to the swingarm. The combination of zip ties and adhesive tape make for a very secure installation. To make these fit the CRF450L/RL, the only modification necessary is on the left side (chain side) protector, you have to notch out two sections of the protector where the bike's swingarm has the welded on tabs that hold the heel guard to the top of the swingarm. The right side protector fits right on with no modifications.

Polisport Swingarm Protectors, Black: Part #8985700001
Polisport Swingarm Protectors, Red: Part #8985700002
Polisport Swingarm Protectors, Grey: Part #8985700003

WHERE TO BUY:

• Polisport Swingarm Protectors at Revzilla

• Polisport Swingarm Protectors at Motosport.com

Honda CRF450RL Handguards

CRF450L/RL PRO Handguard Video Review:

 
The Honda CRF450RL comes from the factory with cheap plastic hand deflector shields. One of the first things many new CRF450RL owners will do is replace those with a proper set of handguards, which will protect your hands and also the bikes controls from tree branches and other trail hazards, plus they can help prevent damage if you crash or drop your bike. Another side benefit is that they offer wind protection in cooler weather.

On our CRF450L/RL Project bike we've installed both a set of Zeta's standard Armor Handguards, as well as their PRO Armor Handguards. Both work great on the bike with the stock Renthal handlebars, and also work if you install aftermarket 1 1/8" bars. Our bike currently has the Zeta PRO Handguards, with red XC Protectors, the optional LED turn signals, and we're using the Side Mount Triple Clamp mounting kit. Here's our recommendations for handguards for the bike...

OPTION 1: Zeta PRO Armor Handguards
If you want the best handguard setup for your CRF450L/RL, Zeta's PRO Armor Handguards (shown above) are definitely the way to go. These handguards feature long and durable bar end inserts, protective plastic bumpers on the outside of the handguard, and a mounting kit that bolts to the CRF450L/RL's top triple clamp instead of the handlebar itself. They come pre-drilled for mounting of the optional Zeta XC protector shields and Zeta Integrated LED flashers/turn signals.

Where To Buy:
• CRF450L/RL Zeta PRO Armor Handguard Package at SRmoto

OPTION 2: Zeta Armor Handguards
If you're looking for an affordable handguard for your CRF450L/RL, the standard Zeta Armor Handguard is the way to go. These do a great job of protecting your hands/controls at a very affordable price. They come with handlebars clamps to clamp to the bars, and they come pre-drilled for mounting of the optional Zeta XC protector shields and Zeta Integrated LED flashers/turn signals. If you have the bikes stock Renthal handlebars, you'll want the 7/8" size, of you've installed oversize handlebars, go with the 1 1/8" size.

Where To Buy:
• CRF450L/RL Zeta Armor Handguard Package at SRmoto

More Info:
• CRF450L/RL Handguard Photos

Todays commute to the shop on our CRF450RL Supermoto

First good ride of the spring today on the CRF450RL Supermoto Conversion. What a great bike this thing is!

• Shop for Honda CRF450L/RL Parts at SRmoto

Customer Bikes: Jason's Honda CRF450RL Supermoto Conversion

One of our regular customers sent us some great photos and details on his very tricked out Honda CRF450RL that has been converted to a supermoto.

Here's some of the things Jason has done to his bike...

WHEELS/TIRES/DRIVETRAIN:
• Warp 9 Forged Tubeless Wheels, Stilleto Style, Red
• Michelin Pilot Power Tires
• Warp 9 Rear Sprocket, 44T
• Warp 9 320mm Front Brake Rotor
• DID 520ERVT chain

ENGINE/PERFORMANCE:
• Yoshimura RS-4 Full Exhaust System
• Vortex ECU
• Steahly flywheel weight

LIGHTING/ELECTRICAL:
• 12oClockLabs Integrated Tail Light Kit
• 12oClockLabs fixed rate flasher mod
• 12oClockLabs Front Running Light Adapters
• Baja Designs Squadron Pro headlight kit

PROTECTION:
• Zeta Armor Handguards
• Vibram frame guard rubber
• Polisport swing arm guards
• Warp 9 exhaust slider

COCKPIT:
• Seat Concepts Seat
• Hammerhead rear brake pedal
• Hammerhead shift lever
• G2 Tamer throttle tube
• Trail Tech Voyager Pro GPS
• SupermotoMirrors.com Mirrors

HANDLEBARS/CONTROLS:
• Zeta Armor Bend Hand Guards (Black)
• Zeta XC Protrector Hand Guards (black) with LED turn signals
• G2 Tamer throttle tube

BODY:
• Acerbis Grey crf450r plastics “customized”
• DeCal Works graphic kit Stars and Stripes

BLING:
• Mojo rear brake reservoir cover
• Mojo fuel vent
• Anodized steering stem
• Zeta front axle nut

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If you want to see your bike on our blog, just email a list of your mods, along with a few photos, to us using the info on our contact page.

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You can buy many of these parts and more at the following vendors...

• Honda CRF450L/RL Parts at SRmoto

• Honda CRF450L/RL Parts at Revzilla

CRF450RL / CRF450L Supermoto Front Fender

 
We typically use Acerbis supermoto fenders on our bikes, but that particular fender does not fit the CRF450RL/L very well, plus the shade of red does not match the CRF's stock plastics. We happened upon the Polisport SM Line Universal Front Fender after seeing it on a few CRF supermoto race bikes from Europe.

These fenders fit the CRF450RL/L really nicely. Included with the fender is a stepped mounting bracket that bolts right up to the lower triple clamp, which the fender then attaches to. In addition to fitting the CRF450RL and L dual sports, these fenders should also fit other Honda CRF models like the CRF450X and CRF450R.

Installation is super easy, just remove your stock fender, install the stepped mounting bracket, and then bolt the Polisport fender on. Mounting hardware and stepped bracket are included.

We ordered ours in red, and the color is a perfect match for the CRF as well. The fender is also available in other colors like black, white, blue and so on. From a size standpoint, the Polisport SM Line fender is quite a bit smaller than the stock fender, and features slotted cooling vents at the rear.

WHERE TO BUY:
• Polisport SM Line Front Fender at Motosport.com

Honda CRF450L / CRF450RL Dual Sport Project Bike Walk-Around Video

Click video above for a quick walk-around of our most recent Honda CRF450L/RL Dual Sport Build.

More details about this project bike...
• Honda CRF450L/RL Dual Sport at SRmoto

All the parts shown in the video are available in our on-line store...
• Honda CRF450L/RL Parts and Accessories at SRmoto Store

Honda CRF450L / CRF450RL Supermoto Project Bike Walk-Around Video

Click video above for a quick walk-around of our most recent Honda CRF450L/RL Supermoto Build.

More details about this project bike...
• Honda CRF450L/RL Supermoto Conversion at SRmoto

All the parts shown in the video are available in our on-line store...
• Honda CRF450L/RL Parts and Accessories at SRmoto Store

SRmoto Project Bike Updates

We've had a busy summer and made quite a few updates to a few of our bikes here in the shop. Here's a few of them...

• CRF450L/RL Dual Sport Project Bike
• CRF450L/RL Supermoto Project Bike
• Yamaha XSR900 Project Bike

Stay tuned for more updates...

2021 Honda CRF450RL Parts

The Honda CRF450L dual sport is back for 2021, but Honda chose to re-name the bike as the CRF450RL. I guess they did this to maybe differentiate it from the CRF250L and maybe align it more with the CRF450R motocross bikes. Thanks Honda! This simple name change will surely confuse some customers.

At any rate, the bike looks to be mostly un-changed for 2021 except for a few things... new red number plates, new graphics, and they've added what looks to be hand deflectors (not real hand guards). Additionally it will reportedly have "updated ECU and fuel-injection settings". I'm hoping that is the extent of the changes, so all of the aftermarket parts we carry should still fit the 2021 model. If we find out anything doesn't fit, we will post it here on our blog, so stay tuned.

• Shop for Honda CRF450RL Parts at SRmoto

• View THE MOTHERLOAD LIST OF PARTS FOR THE CRF450RL at SRmoto

CRF450L Tank Bag, Tail Bag, Racks and Luggage

Here are some ideas for equipping your Honda CRF450L with racks and luggage for day trips and adventure riding...

Tank Bags:
If you have the stock gas tank on your bike, we really like the Giant Loop Diablo Pro Tank Bag. It fits the bike well, holds quite a bit of stuff, and mounts to the tank in a way that makes re-fueling easy, by simply unzipping either side of the bag from the harness, and flipping the bag to the side to allow access to the gas cap. Very trick. If you've installed the larger IMS 3 gallon gas tank on your bike, that tank bag just doesn't fit well, so you'll want to go with the smaller Giant Loop Buckin' Roll Tank Bag.
WHERE TO BUY:
• Giant Loop Diablo Pro Tank Bag at SRmoto
• Giant Loop Buckin' Roll Tank Bag at SRmoto

Cargo Racks and Tail Bags:
Our favorite combo for a rear cargo rack and tail bag is the Flatland Racing Cargo Rack, which bolts right up to the bikes rear sub-frame and rear seat mount. We found that the Nelson Rigg Trails End Dual Sport Tail Bag fits the rack perfectly and straps securely to the sides of the rack. You can also use Nelson Rigg Trails End Fuel Bottle Holder, which attaches to the top of the tail bag, to carry a fuel bottle and some extra fuel.
WHERE TO BUY:
• Flatland Racing Cargo Rack at SRmoto
• Nelson Rigg Trails End Dual Sport Tail Bag at SRmoto
• Nelson Rigg Trails End Fuel Bottle Holder at SRmoto

Saddlebags:
If you're not running side racks on the bike, then check out the Giant Loop MoJavi Saddlebags. Specifically designed to carry just the essentials needed for a day trip or trail ride, these saddlebags are a rackless, slim, and trim. They strap on, stay on, and no side luggage racks are required.
WHERE TO BUY:
• Giant Loop MoJavi Saddlebags at SRmoto