Husqvarna FE 450 2015 vs. KTM 350 EXC-F 2014

Husqvarna FE 450 2015

KTM 350 EXC-F 2014

Overview - Husqvarna FE 450 2015 vs KTM 350 EXC-F 2014

Husqvarna FE 450 2015

KTM 350 EXC-F 2014

Technical Specifications Husqvarna FE 450 2015 compared to KTM 350 EXC-F 2014

Husqvarna FE 450 2015

KTM 350 EXC-F 2014

Husqvarna FE 450 2015

KTM 350 EXC-F 2014

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	95 mm	Bore	88 mm
Stroke	Stroke	63.4 mm	Stroke	57.5 mm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.8	Compression Ratio	12.3
Starter	Starter	Kick	Starter	Electric, Kick
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Cylinders	Cylinders	1	Cylinders	1
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	449.3 ccm	Displacement	349.7 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	WP

Suspension Rear

Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	WP

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Central tube	Frame type	Central tube

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	90 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	140 mm	Rear tyre width	140 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	80 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,482 mm	Wheelbase	1,482 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	970 mm	Seat Height	970 mm
Dry Weight	Dry Weight	113 kg	Dry Weight	107.2 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	9 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	9 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Husqvarna FE 450 2015

Still the golden mean. Much easier to ride than a 350. Not quite as nervous, but just a tad more ponderous. It has no end of power and torque. The 501 is frankly superfluous. This bike is not too weak for anyone. Probably not the coolest choice, 450 was "mainstream" for years, but in the course of a hard enduro week the best partner you could wish for. The few extra kilos are quickly forgotten on the leisurely connecting stages. During the test we also rode it with a Rekluse automatic clutch. This worked great and saved power.

lots of power but still easy to drive

superior handling in almost every situation

not nervous, not tippy, stable but manageable enough

high build quality

mature concept, proven thousands of times over

Slower than a 350 or a two-stroke on the special stage

After the crash you are reminded of the extra pounds compared to 350s - if you have to pick them up

KTM 350 EXC-F 2014

The 350 is simply the new golden mean. In tough terrain on uphill sections, it is strong enough to compensate for a lack of riding skills with the throttle grip. But not too strong that it throws you off like a rodeo ox if you use it too hard. Downhill, it's light enough that you won't leave skid marks in your enduro underwear, even on rocky passages.

More refined look

thinner walls

new, practical fuel filter

Slightly increased weight.