Hunter Lawrence to Give 2025 CRF450R Its Race Debut at Unadilla MX
The excitement in the motocross world is palpable as Hunter Lawrence is set to debut the brand-new 2025 Honda CRF450R at Round 9 of the AMA Pro Motocross series, taking place at Unadilla MX this weekend. Unveiled just two-and-a-half months ago at the series opener in Pala, California, the 2025 CRF450R has already made a significant impact, garnering positive reviews and generating buzz in the industry.
A Highly Anticipated Debut
Honda’s latest premier-class bike has been eagerly awaited by fans and competitors alike. The 2025 CRF450R, which has been arriving in Honda dealerships, will make its competitive debut at Unadilla MX, a move that deviates from the norm where teams typically stick to current model-year machinery throughout the season. This early introduction highlights the confidence that Hunter Lawrence and his team have in the new bike’s performance.
Hunter, alongside his brother and teammate Jett Lawrence, has been a vocal supporter of the 2025 CRF450R. Having ridden an early prototype nearly two years ago, both riders provided valuable input during the bike's development, working closely with Team Honda HRC and Team HRC in the MXGP Championship. This collaborative effort has resulted in a machine that Hunter and his team believe will be competitive at the highest level from the outset.
Hunter Lawrence’s Excitement
"I'm pumped to race the new bike this weekend here at Unadilla," Hunter Lawrence expressed. "I felt at home on the '25 the first time I rode it, and it was fun for Jett and me to have the opportunity to give our input in the development of the production bike. Now it's time to get to work on the factory version."
The plan is for Hunter to continue racing the 2025 CRF450R for the remainder of the AMA Pro Motocross series, with both Hunter and Jett using the bike in the upcoming SuperMotocross series. This strategy will allow them to gather crucial data and further develop the factory version of the bike.
Team Honda HRC’s Optimism
Team Honda HRC Manager Lars Lindstrom shared his enthusiasm for the new bike: "We're proud of the success that the current CRF450R platform has enjoyed, winning all three AMA 450 Championships last year and following up with this year's AMA Supercross crown. That said, we're super excited to get to work developing the factory version of the 2025 CRF450R. The engineers have done an incredible job with the new bike, and we're happy to see it performing well in media evaluations. We fully expect that with time, it will have a very successful record of its own."
Hunter Lawrence, currently in second place in the AMA Pro Motocross 450 title chase, has a strong track record at Unadilla. He clinched last year’s overall win in the 250 class and finished on the overall podium in 2022. This weekend will mark his first time racing Unadilla in the premier class, adding another layer of anticipation to the event.
Conclusion
The introduction of the 2025 CRF450R at Unadilla MX is set to be a game-changer in the world of motocross. With Hunter Lawrence at the helm, the new bike’s performance will be under close scrutiny as it makes its race debut. The collaboration between Honda, the Lawrence brothers, and the dedicated development team promises to bring exciting advancements to the sport.
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