Highland 450cc Supermoto vs Husqvarna SM 450R (2011)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Highland 450cc Supermotostacks up against the Husqvarna SM 450R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHighland 450cc SupermotoHusqvarna SM 450R
Model year20112010
Price
Engine449 cc449 cc
Seat height35 mm
Fuel capacity2.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. 6-piston calipersSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Single piston clipersSingle disc
Tires120/70-16.5 / 160/70-17

Highland 450cc Supermoto vs Husqvarna SM 450R — which should you buy?

Picking between the Highland 450cc Supermoto and the Husqvarna SM 450R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Highland 450cc Supermoto brings its published horsepower, while the Husqvarna SM 450R counters with its own power figure.

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: