Honda CB 450 DX vs Honda CB 450 SC (1988)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB 450 DXstacks up against the Honda CB 450 SC. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB 450 DXHonda CB 450 SC
Model year19881985
Price
Engine447 cc447 cc
Horsepower43 hp43 hp
Weight176 kg
Fuel capacity4.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle disc
Tires3.60-19 / 4.10-18

Honda CB 450 DX vs Honda CB 450 SC — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB 450 DX and the Honda CB 450 SC usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB 450 DX brings 43 hp in a 176 kg package, while the Honda CB 450 SC counters with 43 hp.

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: