Can-Am DS 450 EFI vs UM MTX-450R (2010)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Can-Am DS 450 EFIstacks up against the UM MTX-450R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Can-Am DS 450 EFI | UM MTX-450R |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2010 | 2009 |
| Price | $7,799 | $5,999 |
| Engine | 449 cc | 449 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 51 hp |
| Weight | 157 kg | — |
| Seat height | 33 mm | 35 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 3.0 L | 2.9 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Tires | 21/7-10 / 20/10-9 | 22/7-10 / 20/10-9 |
Can-Am DS 450 EFI vs UM MTX-450R — which should you buy?
Picking between the Can-Am DS 450 EFI and the UM MTX-450R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Can-Am DS 450 EFI brings its published horsepower in a 157 kg package, while the UM MTX-450R counters with 51 hp. On price, the UM MTX-450R has the lower MSRP.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: