2012 Kawasaki KX450F vs 2023 KTM 450 SX-F

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2012 Kawasaki KX450F 2012 Kawasaki KX450F

Cross / motocross

Engine
Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power
N/A
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
249.1 pounds
2023 KTM 450 SX-F 2023 KTM 450 SX-F

Cross / motocross

Engine
Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power
N/A
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
N/A
Full Specifications
General
ColoursLime GreenOrange/white/grey
Warranty6 months-
Dimensions
Width (mm)820 mm-
Width (in.)32.3 inches-
Wheelbase (mm)1,481 mm1485 mm
Wheelbase (in.)58.3 inches58.5 inches
Seat Height (mm)955 mm958 mm
Seat Height (in.)37.6 inches37.7 inches
Length (mm)2,179 mm-
Length (in.)85.8 inches-
Height (mm)1,275 mm-
Height (in.)50.2 inches-
Ground Clearance (in.)13.0 inches13.5 inches
Ground Clearance (mm)330 mm343 mm
Seat Height955 mm / 37.6 in.958 mm / 37.7 in.
Wheelbase1,481 mm / 58.3 in.1485 mm / 58.5 in.
Height1,275 mm / 50.2 in.-
Length2,179 mm / 85.8 in.-
Width820 mm / 32.3 in.-
Weights & Capacities
Wet Weight (lbs.)249.1 pounds-
Wet Weight (kg)113.0 kg-
Dry Weight (kg)275102.6
Dry Weight (lbs.)606.3 pounds226.2 pounds
Fuel Capacity (gal.)1.64 gallons1.90 US gallons
Fuel Capacity (l)6.21 litres7.20 litres
Dry Weight275 kg / 606.3 lbs102.6 kg / 226.2 lbs
Fuel Capacity6.21 litres / 1.64 gallons7.20 litres / 1.90 US gallons
Wet Weight113.0 kg / 249.1 lbs-
Performance
Max Torque59.40 Nm (6.1 kgf-m or 43.8 ft.lbs) @ 4500 Revolutions-
Power-to-Weight Ratio0.1809 HP/kg0.6140 HP/kg
Engine
Fuel ControlDOHCSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-strokeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Stroke-4-stroke
Displacement (ci)27.40 cubic inches27.45 cubic inches
Bore x Stroke (mm)96.0 x 62.1 mm95.0 x 63.4 mm
Displacement (cc)449.00 cc449.9 cc
Bore x Stroke (in,)3.8 x 2.4 inches3.7 x 2.5 inches
Engine Detail90 degree V-twin-
Fuel SystemInjection. DFI with 43mm Keihin throttle bodyInjection
Compression Ratio12.5:1-
IgnitionDigital DC-CDIKeihin EMS
StarterElectricElectric
Valve System4-
Drivetrain
ClutchAutomaticWet, DDS multi-disc clutch, Brembo hydraulics
Final DriveChainChain   (final drive)
Gearbox5-speed5-speed
Primary DriveSelectable four-wheel drive with Variable Front Differential Control, shaftX-ring 5/8 x 1/4 chain
Chassis
Wheel Travel - Rear (mm)200 mm300 mm
Wheel Travel - Front (in.)6.7 inches12.2 inches
Wheel Travel - Front (mm)171 mm310 mm
Wheel Travel - Rear (in.)7.9 inches11.8 inches
Frame TypeAluminum perimeterCentral double-cradle-type 25CrMo4 steel
Suspension - Front48mm inverted, Kayaba AOS with DLC coated sliders, 22-position compression and 20-position rebound dampening adjustment / 12.4 in.WP XACT-USD, Ø 48 mm
Suspension - RearUni-Trak linkage system and Kayaba shock with 50mm piston, 22-position low-speed and stepless high-speed compression damping, 22-position rebound damping and fully adjustable spring preload / 12.4 in.WP XACT Monoshock with linkage
Rake26.9°26.1°
Wheel Travel - Front171 mm / 6.7 in.310 mm / 12.2 in.
Wheel Travel - Rear200 mm / 7.9 in.300 mm / 11.8 in.
Electrical Systems
InstrumentationSpeedometer, odometer, dual trip meters, fuel gauge, engine temp, clock, hour meter and 2WD/4WD icon, plus indicators for neutral, reverse, belt, and oil pressure.-
Lighting system35W headlights, 5W taillight, 21W stoplight-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front Diameter (in.)9.8 inches-
Brakes - Front Diameter (mm)250 mm-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.)9.4 inches-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm)240 mm-
Brakes - FrontSingle discSingle disc. Brake calipers on floating bearings
Brakes - RearSingle discSingle disc. Brake calipers on floating bearings
Rims-CNC machined hubs. Excel rims. Wire spoked.
Tyres - Front25/8-121.6-21
Tyres - Rear25/10-12-