Honda CRF450R-S vs KTM 450 SX-F (2024)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CRF450R-Sstacks up against the KTM 450 SX-F. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CRF450R-SKTM 450 SX-F
Model year20242024
Price$8,899
Engine450 cc450 cc
Horsepower53 hp63 hp
Torque48 Nm
Weight103 kg
Seat height38 mm38 mm
Fuel capacity1.7 L1.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Two-piston calipers. Single disc. Brake calipers on floating bearings
Rear brakesSingle disc. Single-piston caliper. Single disc. Brake calipers on floating bearings
Tires80/100-21 / 120/80-19 1.6-21 / 2.15-19

Honda CRF450R-S vs KTM 450 SX-F — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CRF450R-S and the KTM 450 SX-F usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CRF450R-S brings 53 hp, while the KTM 450 SX-F counters with 63 hp at 103 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: