KTM 450 XC-W vs Husaberg FE 450 (2014)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM 450 XC-Wstacks up against the Husaberg FE 450. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKTM 450 XC-WHusaberg FE 450
Model year20142014
Price
Engine449 cc449 cc
Weight111 kg111 kg
Seat height38 mm38 mm
Fuel capacity2.3 L2.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Brake calipers on floating bearingsSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Brake calipers on floating bearingsSingle disc
Tires90/90-21 / 140/80-18

KTM 450 XC-W vs Husaberg FE 450 — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM 450 XC-W and the Husaberg FE 450 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM 450 XC-W brings its published horsepower in a 111 kg package, while the Husaberg FE 450 counters with its own power figure at 111 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: