• Front suspension: 49mm inverted Showa® fork; 12.2-inch travel
• Rear suspension: Pro-Link® Showa® single shock; 12.1-inch travel
• Front brake: single 260mm disc with twin-piston caliper
• Wheels/tires: 21-inch front, 18-inch rear with Dunlop Geomax AT81

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The CRF450RX uses a 49mm inverted Showa® fork with 12.2 inches of travel. In enduro riding, that travel is your buffer for square-edge hits, braking bumps, and high-speed chop. A well-balanced fork helps the front tire track predictably while keeping the chassis composed when you load the front end entering turns.

What riders typically notice first is how the fork supports the bike under braking and how it resists deflection when the trail gets rough. If you’re tuning for San Diego-area terrain, think about your priorities: more comfort and traction on rocky sections, or more hold-up for faster, aggressive pace. Poway Powersports can help you set sag and clickers so the fork and shock work together as a system.

Out back, the Pro-Link® Showa® single shock provides 12.1 inches of travel. Rear suspension performance shows up in two big ways: traction on acceleration and stability when the bike is skipping across braking bumps or whoops. With the right sag and damping balance, the rear tire stays hooked up while the bike remains calm through long, rough sections.

If the rear feels harsh, it can kick and push the front wide. If it’s too soft, it can squat and feel vague on corner exit. A quick baseline is correct rider sag, then small adjustments to match your speed and terrain. If you want help getting it right, our team can walk you through a practical setup approach.

The CRF450RX runs an enduro-friendly 18-inch rear wheel paired with Dunlop Geomax AT81 tires (90/90-21 front, 120/90-18 rear). That combination is built for bite and compliance over mixed terrain, helping the bike find traction on loose-over-hard surfaces and in ruts.

Braking hardware matters just as much as suspension when you’re managing speed in tight sections. Up front, a single 260mm disc with a twin-piston caliper delivers strong, predictable stopping power—especially useful when you’re setting the front tire into a corner entry. The rear uses a single 240mm disc for controlled speed checks and line adjustments.

If you’re choosing between setups, consider how you ride: aggressive braking and late entries benefit from a stable fork and consistent front brake feel; traction-focused riders often prioritize rear compliance and tire choice. Either way, the chassis is designed to be tuned—so you can make it yours.

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