Husqvarna FC 450 vs Honda CRF450R-S (2025)

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

Spec comparison

SpecHusqvarna FC 450Honda CRF450R-S
Model year20252024
Price$11,399$8,899
Engine450 cc450 cc
Horsepower53 hp
Torque48 Nm
Weight227 kg
Seat height946 mm38 mm
Fuel capacity7.2 L1.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual5-speed
Front brakesHydraulic DiscSingle disc. Two-piston calipers.
Rear brakesHydraulic DiscSingle disc. Single-piston caliper.
TiresDunlop® Geomax MX34: 80/100 R21 (51M) / Dunlop® Geomax MX34: 120/90 R19 (63M)80/100-21 / 120/80-19

Husqvarna FC 450 vs Honda CRF450R-S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Husqvarna FC 450 and the Honda CRF450R-S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Husqvarna FC 450 brings its published horsepower in a 227 kg package, while the Honda CRF450R-S counters with 53 hp. On price, the Honda CRF450R-S has the lower MSRP.

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: