2008
KTM 450 XC - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 158356 |
|---|---|
| Category | Enduro-offroad |
| Make | ATK |
| Model | 450 XC |
| Year | 2008 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Aluminum Twin-Spar |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Single disc. Dual piston, 240mm Rotor |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 240 mm (9.4 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | 46mm Ohlins 12” Travel |
| Frontwheeltravel | 305 mm (12.0 inches) |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. Dual piston, 220mm Rotor |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | Ohlins POS 12.6” Travel |
| Rearwheeltravel | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 95.0 x 63.4 mm (3.7 x 2.5 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Magura Hydraulic |
| Compression | 12.3:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 449.00 ccm (27.40 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Injection. EFI Fuel Injection |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Ignition | 12v Battery w Constant Energy Inductive Coil |
| Power | 48.00 HP (35.0 kW)) @ 10000 RPM |
Other Specifications
| Comments | New for 2008 New Falicon Stroker Crankshaft New Aluminum Nikasil Cylinder New Bore and Stroke for Max Power New Fuel Injection Settings New Kickstand New Graphics New Improved Seat Riders Choice Options |
|---|---|
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 109.8 kg (242.0 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Groundclearance | 361 mm (14.2 inches) |
| Powerweightratio | 0.4373 HP/kg |
| Seatheight | 965 mm (38.0 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.