Sherco 500 SEF-R vs Husqvarna TXC 511 (2020)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Sherco 500 SEF-Rstacks up against the Husqvarna TXC 511. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSherco 500 SEF-RHusqvarna TXC 511
Model year20202012
Price$8,299
Engine478 cc478 cc
Weight110 kg
Seat height37 mm38 mm
Fuel capacity2.6 L2.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. BremboSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. BremboSingle disc
Tires1.60-21 / 2.15-18 80/100-21 / 110/80-18

Sherco 500 SEF-R vs Husqvarna TXC 511 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Sherco 500 SEF-R and the Husqvarna TXC 511 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Sherco 500 SEF-R brings its published horsepower, while the Husqvarna TXC 511 counters with its own power figure at 110 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: