KTM 450 EXC vs Husqvarna FC 450 (2025)

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

Spec comparison

SpecKTM 450 EXCHusqvarna FC 450
Model year20162025
Price$11,399
Engine449 cc450 cc
Weight111 kg227 kg
Seat height38 mm946 mm
Fuel capacity2.4 L7.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speedManual
Front brakesSingle disc. Brake calipers on floating bearingsHydraulic Disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Brake calipers on floating bearingsHydraulic Disc
TiresDunlop® Geomax MX34: 80/100 R21 (51M) / Dunlop® Geomax MX34: 120/90 R19 (63M)

KTM 450 EXC vs Husqvarna FC 450 — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM 450 EXC and the Husqvarna FC 450 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM 450 EXC brings its published horsepower in a 111 kg package, while the Husqvarna FC 450 counters with its own power figure at 227 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: