Sherco SM 450i Black Panther vs Benelli BX 449 Cross (2012)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Sherco SM 450i Black Pantherstacks up against the Benelli BX 449 Cross. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Sherco SM 450i Black Panther | Benelli BX 449 Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 449 cc | 449 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 55 hp |
| Torque | — | 45 Nm |
| Weight | 109 kg | 108 kg |
| Seat height | 35 mm | 38 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 2.0 L | 2.4 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Bremo | Single disc. Wave |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. bremo | Single disc. Wave |
| Tires | 3.50-17 / 5.00-17 | 80/100-21 / 110/90-19 |
Sherco SM 450i Black Panther vs Benelli BX 449 Cross — which should you buy?
Picking between the Sherco SM 450i Black Panther and the Benelli BX 449 Cross usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Sherco SM 450i Black Panther 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: