KTM 500 EXC-F 2023 vs. KTM 450 SMR 2024

KTM 500 EXC-F 2023

KTM 500 EXC-F 2023

KTM 450 SMR 2024

KTM 450 SMR 2024

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Technical Specifications KTM 500 EXC-F 2023 compared to KTM 450 SMR 2024

KTM 500 EXC-F 2023
KTM 450 SMR 2024

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore95 mmBore95 mm
StrokeStroke72 mmStroke63.4 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement510.9 ccmDisplacement449.9 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter48 mmDiameter48 mm
TravelTravel300 mmTravel285 mm

Suspension Rear

TravelTravel310 mmTravel266 mm

Chassis

Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradle, Central tubeFrame typeDouble cradle, Central tube
RakeRake63.5 degreeRake63.9 degree

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter310 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter220 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Seat HeightSeat Height960 mmSeat Height890 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity9.2 lFuel Tank Capacity7.2 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 500 EXC-F 2023

KTM 500 EXC-F 2023

The same applies to the 500 that applies to the 450. The slimming down of the 500 puts it on a level that was reserved for the 250 a few years ago. Of course, the moving masses are higher and the motorbike seems more ponderous than the smaller ones during the special test. On the long stage, however, you enjoy the sovereignty and the infinite power in every situation. 63 HP! Even if there are very rare passages where you need this power. But when it comes, the feeling in the saddle is indescribable.

Stable engine with reserves for long full-throttle stages

easy to ride despite high performance thanks to great engine electronics

handling has also been significantly improved. Comparable with 450 from the previous year or with old 250s.

One thing is clear: the 500 seems handy and light. But if you switch to a 2-stroke or a small four-stroke without a break, it's a different world

high price.

KTM 450 SMR 2024

KTM 450 SMR 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Average Market Price KTM 500 EXC-F vs KTM 450 SMR

Price KTM 500 EXC-F

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Price KTM 450 SMR

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