2011
KTM 450 EXC SIXDAYS - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 105189 |
|---|---|
| Category | Enduro-offroad |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | 450 EXC SIXDAYS |
| Year | 2011 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Central double-cradle-type 25CrMo4 steel. Subframe: Aluminium. |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Single disc |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 260 mm (10.2 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | WP USD 48 mm (1.89 in) |
| Fronttyre | 90/90-21 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 185 mm (7.3 inches) |
| Rake | 26.5° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | WP PDS shock absorber |
| Reartyre | 140/80-18 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 185 mm (7.3 inches) |
| Wheels | 1.60 x 21in., 2.15 x 18in. Excel |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 95.0 x 63.4 mm (3.7 x 2.5 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Wet mDouble disk clutch, operated hydraulically |
| Compression | 11.9:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 449.30 ccm (27.42 cubic inches) |
| Driveline | 13:52. Primary drive: 33:76. |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Exhaustsystem | Aluminium |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor. Keihin FCR-MX 39 |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Ignition | Kokusan |
| Lubricationsystem | Pressure lubrication with 3 oil pumps |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Orange/white/black |
|---|---|
| Comments | Racing tuned version. |
| Starter | Electric & kick |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 113.9 kg (251.1 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 9.50 litres (2.51 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 380 mm (15.0 inches) |
| Seatheight | 985 mm (38.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
About KTM
Country of Origin:
Austria
Founder:
Hans Trunkenpolz (later joined by Ernst Kronreif)
Best Known For:
Off-road/enduro supremacy, Dakar wins, Duke/RC streetbikes, and READY TO RACE ethos
Company History
KTM evolved from a postwar repair shop into a racing juggernaut by treating competition as R&D. Lightweight two-strokes made the brand a force in motocross and enduro; later four-strokes and advanced electronics cemented dominance. Dakar Rally victories showcased reliability under extreme conditions and fed the Adventure lineup—bikes that balance long-travel composure with startling pace. On the street, the Duke and RC families brought razor geometry and punchy singles/twins to license tiers worldwide, while the 1290 Super Duke and Adventure pushed the IMU-aided edge of performance. Corporate agility—acquisitions, platform sharing with Husqvarna/GASGAS—expanded reach without blurring identity. Historically, KTM changed expectations for chassis feedback and electronics integration in dirt and on road, proving that orange-painted ferocity could also be precise. The brand’s throughline is simple: build light, communicate grip, and let riders go fast safely. Few companies have turned a color and a slogan into such a reliable proxy for results.