Husqvarna TXC 511 vs Yamaha IT 490 (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Husqvarna TXC 511stacks up against the Yamaha IT 490. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHusqvarna TXC 511Yamaha IT 490
Model year20121983
Price$8,299
Engine478 cc487 cc
Horsepower35 hp
Torque42 Nm
Weight110 kg125 kg
Seat height38 mm
Fuel capacity2.5 L3.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires80/100-21 / 110/80-18 150/80-18

Husqvarna TXC 511 vs Yamaha IT 490 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Husqvarna TXC 511 and the Yamaha IT 490 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Husqvarna TXC 511 brings its published horsepower in a 110 kg package, while the Yamaha IT 490 counters with 35 hp at 125 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: