Parker22 Posted April 10, 2010 Im considering buying a crf 450r this summer but want to know what all the maintenance consists of on these bikes. I have a z400 and polaris rzr s and in my opinion they are both rather maintenance free, just oil changes and air fliter cleaning... etc. What all needs done on a regular basis on the 450r thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JJRace Posted April 10, 2010 Look at the FAQs and do a search on the board. But you are going from trail type of bikes to a full out MX bike. Maintenance cost will double to triple. Oil and air filter every ride. Tranny every 3-5. valves as required, but checking them frequently. Piston 15 hours is the service interval, but most go 50-100 hours on them. crank as needed. Get a service manual for the bike. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Parker22 Posted April 10, 2010 Im thinking 2005. Maybe 06. Whatever I find a good price on. I believe there is not a big difference between the 05 and 06 model? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GTXR Posted April 10, 2010 Oil and filter every 8 or so hours = $15.00 Check the valves when it starts hard and keep a clean airfilter on it! Probabaly every 2-4 rides depending on conditions etc? Do you ride track or trail or both? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Parker22 Posted April 10, 2010 Oil and filter every 8 or so hours = $15.00 Check the valves when it starts hard and keep a clean airfilter on it! Probabaly every 2-4 rides depending on conditions etc? Do you ride track or trail or both? Trails, gravel pits, fields, and country roads. Mainly trails and fields. I live on a farm. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Parker22 Posted April 11, 2010 Was the 05 a good year? Anyone? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
