Sherco SE 450i Racing vs Benelli BX 449 Cross (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Sherco SE 450i Racingstacks up against the Benelli BX 449 Cross. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSherco SE 450i RacingBenelli BX 449 Cross
Model year20132011
Price
Engine449 cc449 cc
Horsepower55 hp
Torque45 Nm
Weight109 kg108 kg
Seat height36 mm38 mm
Fuel capacity2.3 L2.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Hydraulically activated AJPSingle disc. Wave
Rear brakesSingle disc. Hydraulically activated AJPSingle disc. Wave
Tires1.60-21 / 2.15-18 80/100-21 / 110/90-19

Sherco SE 450i Racing vs Benelli BX 449 Cross — which should you buy?

Picking between the Sherco SE 450i Racing and the Benelli BX 449 Cross usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Sherco SE 450i Racing brings its published horsepower in a 109 kg package, while the Benelli BX 449 Cross counters with 55 hp at 108 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: