2024
KTM 450 SMR - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 558694 |
|---|---|
| Category | Super motard |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | 450 SMR |
| Year | 2024 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Central double-cradle-type 25CrMo4 steel |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Single disc |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 310 mm (12.2 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | WP XACT-USD, Ø 48 mm |
| Frontwheeltravel | 285 mm (11.2 inches) |
| Rake | 26.1° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | WP XACT Monoshock with linkage |
| Rearwheeltravel | 266 mm (10.5 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 95.0 x 63.4 mm (3.7 x 2.5 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Suter slipper clutch, Brembo Hydraulics |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 449.3 ccm (27.42 cubic inches) |
| Driveline | 520, Non-sealed chain |
| Enginetype | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Fuelconsumption | 3.68 litres/100 km (27.2 km/l or 63.92 mpg) |
| Fuelsystem | Injection |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Greenhousegases | 85.4 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Ignition | Keihin EMS |
| Lubricationsystem | Forced oil lubrication with 2 oil pumps |
| Maxrpm | 11500 |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain (final drive) |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Orange/white/black/purple |
|---|---|
| Comments | Traction control. Launch control. |
| Electrical | Li-ion 2.0 Ah battery. |
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 105.5 kg (232.6 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 7.20 litres (1.90 US gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 355 mm (14.0 inches) |
| Seatheight | 898 mm (35.4 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.