KOVE MX450 Enduro 2026 – New Offroad Weapon from China
Dakar-Tested Technology for Ambitious Enduro Riders
With the new KOVE MX450 Enduro, the Chinese manufacturer introduces a 450cc offroad bike that draws on Dakar Rally experience and targets sport-minded riders.
New Heart: 450cc Single-Cylinder with Racing Experience
The engine of the KOVE MX450 Enduro is an entirely new 450cc single-cylinder, which, according to the manufacturer, emerged from an intensive testing program during the Dakar Rally. The water-cooled four-stroke delivers 35 kW (47.6 hp) at 9,500 rpm and offers a torque of 40 Nm at 7,500 rpm. With a compression ratio of 13:1 and BOSCH injection, the single-cylinder is designed for precise throttle response and smooth power delivery.
Suspension and Chassis: Robustness Meets Fine-Tuning
The chassis of the KOVE MX450 Enduro is based on a high-strength steel double cradle frame with an aluminum subframe. According to the manufacturer, special emphasis was placed on stability and feedback. Weighing just 120 kilograms wet weight and offering 285 millimeters of ground clearance, the MX450 Enduro is designed to be ideal for challenging terrain. The fully adjustable suspension components by Yu Anfeaturing a 310 mm USD fork at the front and a rear shock with 290 mm of travel and an external air cushionallow for individual adjustments of preload, compression, and rebound damping, providing 310 mm of travel at the front and 290 mm at the rear.
Kove MX450 Enduro 2026: Brakes, Electronics, and Features
Braking is handled by Taisko components: a single front disc with a dual-piston floating caliper and a rear disc with a single-piston caliper. For added safety, a dual-ABS system monitors both wheels. The MX450 Enduro also boasts modern lighting: full-LED headlights, daytime running lights, LED indicators, and an LCD cockpit come as standard. A lightweight 2.3 Ah lithium battery provides the power supply.
KOVE relies on CST knobbed tires in the classic enduro sizes, 90/90-21 at the front and 140/80-18 at the rear. The aggressive tread pattern is designed to deliver high grip and strong self-cleaning capabilities. The 9.5-liter fuel tank allows for longer tours, while the seat height of 960 mm and the flat seat profile offer sporty freedom of movement. A reinforced front fender and stainless steel footpeg system complete the robust package.
Information on the market launch and pricing is not yet available.