KTM 400 EXC vs Yamaha DT 400 MX (2011)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM 400 EXCstacks up against the Yamaha DT 400 MX. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKTM 400 EXCYamaha DT 400 MX
Model year20111979
Price
Engine393 cc397 cc
Horsepower21 hp
Weight114 kg
Seat height39 mm
Fuel capacity2.5 L2.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Tires90/90-21 / 140/80-18 3.00-21 / 4.00-18

KTM 400 EXC vs Yamaha DT 400 MX — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM 400 EXC and the Yamaha DT 400 MX usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM 400 EXC brings its published horsepower in a 114 kg package, while the Yamaha DT 400 MX counters with 21 hp.

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: