GAS GAS EC 450 FSR vs KTM 450 XC (2009)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the GAS GAS EC 450 FSRstacks up against the KTM 450 XC. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | GAS GAS EC 450 FSR | KTM 450 XC |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2009 | 2008 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 449 cc | 449 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 48 hp |
| Weight | 118 kg | 110 kg |
| Seat height | 37 mm | 38 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 2.0 L | — |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Double-piston Nissin | Single disc. Dual piston, 240mm Rotor |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Single-piston Nissin | Single disc. Dual piston, 220mm Rotor |
| Tires | 90/90-21 / 140/80-18 | — |
GAS GAS EC 450 FSR vs KTM 450 XC — which should you buy?
Picking between the GAS GAS EC 450 FSR and the KTM 450 XC usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the GAS GAS EC 450 FSR brings its published horsepower in a 118 kg package, while the KTM 450 XC counters with 48 hp 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: