Husqvarna SM 450R vs Highland SuperMotard 450 (2010)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Husqvarna SM 450Rstacks up against the Highland SuperMotard 450. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Husqvarna SM 450R | Highland SuperMotard 450 |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2010 | 2009 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 449 cc | 449 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 56 hp |
| Torque | — | 51 Nm |
| Weight | — | 103 kg |
| Seat height | — | 39 mm |
| Fuel capacity | — | 1.9 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Floating disk, six piston caliper |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Brembo caliper |
| Tires | — | 120/70-17 / 160/60-17 |
Husqvarna SM 450R vs Highland SuperMotard 450 — which should you buy?
Picking between the Husqvarna SM 450R and the Highland SuperMotard 450 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Husqvarna SM 450R brings its published horsepower, while the Highland SuperMotard 450 counters with 56 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: