Hartford UK 450 Retro vs Honda CM 450 E (2022)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Hartford UK 450 Retrostacks up against the Honda CM 450 E. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHartford UK 450 RetroHonda CM 450 E
Model year20221982
Price
Engine445 cc447 cc
Horsepower47 hp
Weight170 kg
Fuel capacity4.0 L2.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. ABSExpanding brake (drum brake). Cable
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABSExpanding brake (drum brake). Mechanical link
Tires110/70-17 / 130/70-17 -18 / -16

Hartford UK 450 Retro vs Honda CM 450 E — which should you buy?

Picking between the Hartford UK 450 Retro and the Honda CM 450 E usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Hartford UK 450 Retro brings its published horsepower in a 170 kg package, while the Honda CM 450 E counters with 47 hp.

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: