Husqvarna SM 450 vs Praga SM 430 (2004)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Husqvarna SM 450stacks up against the Praga SM 430. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHusqvarna SM 450Praga SM 430
Model year20042003
Price
Engine399 cc427 cc
Torque33 Nm
Weight105 kg116 kg
Seat height35 mm37 mm
Fuel capacity2.5 L2.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/60-17 / 150/60-17 120/70-17 / 160/60-17

Husqvarna SM 450 vs Praga SM 430 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Husqvarna SM 450 and the Praga SM 430 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Husqvarna SM 450 brings its published horsepower in a 105 kg package, while the Praga SM 430 counters with its own power figure at 116 kg.

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: