Husqvarna 450 WR vs Aprilia RXV 4.5 (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Husqvarna 450 WRstacks up against the Aprilia RXV 4.5. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHusqvarna 450 WRAprilia RXV 4.5
Model year19732013
Price
Engine450 cc452 cc
Horsepower36 hp
Seat height36 mm
Fuel capacity2.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc. floating disc in stainless steel with aluminium flange
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires-1790/90-18 / 140/80-21

Husqvarna 450 WR vs Aprilia RXV 4.5 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Husqvarna 450 WR and the Aprilia RXV 4.5 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Husqvarna 450 WR brings 36 hp, while the Aprilia RXV 4.5 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: