Husqvarna FC 450 vs Aprilia MXV 4.5 (2025)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Husqvarna FC 450stacks up against the Aprilia MXV 4.5. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHusqvarna FC 450Aprilia MXV 4.5
Model year20252013
Price$11,399
Engine450 cc449 cc
Weight227 kg
Seat height946 mm38 mm
Fuel capacity7.2 L2.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual4-speed
Front brakesHydraulic DiscSingle disc. Lightweight stainless steel floating disc with Nissin floating caliper.
Rear brakesHydraulic DiscSingle disc. Stainless steel disc with Nissin floating caliper
TiresDunlop® Geomax MX34: 80/100 R21 (51M) / Dunlop® Geomax MX34: 120/90 R19 (63M)80/100-21 / 110/90-19

Husqvarna FC 450 vs Aprilia MXV 4.5 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Husqvarna FC 450 and the Aprilia MXV 4.5 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 Aprilia MXV 4.5 counters with its own power figure.

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: