SWM Hoku 400 vs Ducati 450 TS (2024)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the SWM Hoku 400stacks up against the Ducati 450 TS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSWM Hoku 400Ducati 450 TS
Model year20241971
Price
Engine401 cc435 cc
Horsepower20 hp
Weight155 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity4.4 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. ABS. BremboExpanding brake
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS. Brembo.Expanding brake
Tires110/70-17 / 150/60-17 3.50-18 / 3.50-18

SWM Hoku 400 vs Ducati 450 TS — which should you buy?

Picking between the SWM Hoku 400 and the Ducati 450 TS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the SWM Hoku 400 brings its published horsepower in a 155 kg package, while the Ducati 450 TS counters with 20 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: