Honda CRF 450 RX 2017 vs. KTM 450 EXC-F 2023

Honda CRF 450 RX 2017

Honda CRF 450 RX 2017

KTM 450 EXC-F 2023

KTM 450 EXC-F 2023

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Overview - Honda CRF 450 RX 2017 vs KTM 450 EXC-F 2023

Honda CRF 450 RX 2017

Honda CRF 450 RX 2017

KTM 450 EXC-F 2023

KTM 450 EXC-F 2023

Technical Specifications Honda CRF 450 RX 2017 compared to KTM 450 EXC-F 2023

Honda CRF 450 RX 2017
KTM 450 EXC-F 2023

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore96 mmBore95 mm
StrokeStroke62.1 mmStroke63.4 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement449.7 ccmDisplacement449.9 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter49 mmDiameter48 mm
TravelTravel305 mmTravel300 mm

Suspension Rear

TravelTravel313 mmTravel310 mm

Chassis

RakeRake62.75 degreeRake63.5 degree

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter260 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter220 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Seat HeightSeat Height959 mmSeat Height960 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity8.5 lFuel Tank Capacity9.2 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CRF 450 RX 2017

Honda CRF 450 RX 2017

In the cross-country sector, the Honda CRF 450 RX is probably the number 1. Its single-cylinder convinces with sufficient power, but keeps popping out in our testers. As is typical for Honda, the CRF 450 RX gives a lot of confidence right from the start and has the best handling in the 450 class. However, the chassis is designed for fast stages and is not very convincing in the hard enduro sector. A lively and agile enduro for the cross-country segment!

sufficient power

gives a lot of confidence

best handling in the 450 class

Engine often blops out

Chassis designed for fast stages

KTM 450 EXC-F 2023

KTM 450 EXC-F 2023

The KTM 450 EXC 2025 impresses as a reliable enduro bike all-rounder that scores particularly well on longer rides with its smooth and powerful engine characteristics.

wide torque curve forgives many riding errors

always clean reponsiveness

the engine easily shakes the power out of its sleeve and is never really challenged. Hard-working riders who put in long hours will probably be happier with it than with the more radical 250cc or 350cc models

smooth, quiet power delivery

comparatively low fuel consumption

practical maintenance intervals

good traction

pleasantly controllable engine brake

The engine heats up quickly on very slow sections

slightly more demanding on downhill sections than the small displacements or 2-Strokes

sound is a little too intrusive in sensitive regions

tedious throttling requires new mapping in the ECU

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CRF 450 RX vs KTM 450 EXC-F

Price Honda CRF 450 RX

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Price KTM 450 EXC-F

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