Highland 507cc MX vs KTM 500 XC-W (2014)

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

Spec comparison

SpecHighland 507cc MXKTM 500 XC-W
Model year20112014
Price
Engine507 cc510 cc
Weight111 kg
Seat height11 mm38 mm
Fuel capacity1.6 L2.3 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 XC-W — which should you buy?

Picking between the Highland 507cc MX and the KTM 500 XC-W usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Highland 507cc MX brings its published horsepower, while the KTM 500 XC-W counters with its own power figure at 111 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: