Highland 507cc MX vs KTM 500 EXC (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Highland 507cc MXstacks up against the KTM 500 EXC. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHighland 507cc MXKTM 500 EXC
Model year20112016
Price
Engine507 cc510 cc
Weight112 kg
Seat height11 mm38 mm
Fuel capacity1.6 L2.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. 2-pistonSingle disc. Brake calipers on floating bearings
Rear brakesSingle disc. Single pistinSingle disc. Brake calipers on floating bearings
Tires80/100-21 / 110/0-19

Highland 507cc MX vs KTM 500 EXC — which should you buy?

Picking between the Highland 507cc MX and the KTM 500 EXC usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Highland 507cc MX brings its published horsepower, while the KTM 500 EXC counters with its own power figure at 112 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: