Husqvarna TE449 vs Sherco SM 450i Black Panther (2013)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Husqvarna TE449stacks up against the Sherco SM 450i Black Panther. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Husqvarna TE449 | Sherco SM 450i Black Panther |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2013 | 2012 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 449 cc | 449 cc |
| Weight | 113 kg | 109 kg |
| Seat height | 38 mm | 35 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 2.3 L | 2.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | — | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Wave disc. | Single disc. Bremo |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Wave disc. | Single disc. bremo |
| Tires | 90/90-21 / 140/90-18 | 3.50-17 / 5.00-17 |
Husqvarna TE449 vs Sherco SM 450i Black Panther — which should you buy?
Picking between the Husqvarna TE449 and the Sherco SM 450i Black Panther usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Husqvarna TE449 brings its published horsepower in a 113 kg package, while the Sherco SM 450i Black Panther counters with its own power figure at 109 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: