KTM 450 EXC-R Specs (Top Speed | Horsepower | Weight)

The KTM 450 EXC-R motorcycle specifications include a 449.3 cc (27.42 cu in) engine, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 113.5 kg (250.2 lb).

Key specifications

2008Year released
449 ccDisplacement
113.5 kgDry weight
960 mmSeat height
9 LFuel tank
1,481 mmWheelbase
380 mmGround clearance

How the KTM 450 EXC-R compares

This compares the motorcycle with all KTM models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the KTM database average.

Displacement449 cc
Low 49 ccAverage 444 ccHigh 1,301 cc

Very close to the KTM database average. Around the 62nd percentile across KTM models.

Seat height960 mm
Low 607 mmAverage 895 mmHigh 992 mm

About 7% taller than the KTM database average. Around the 85th percentile across KTM models.

Fuel capacity9 L
Low 2 LAverage 10.6 LHigh 23 L

About 15% smaller than the KTM database average. Around the 48th percentile across KTM models.

This model KTM database average

KTM database percentile rankings

Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the KTM specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.

Displacement62nd

449 cc — larger displacement than about 62% of KTM models.

Seat height85th

960 mm — taller than about 85% of KTM models.

Fuel capacity48th

9 L — larger than about 48% of KTM fuel tanks in this database.

Dimensions compared with KTM average

Each measurement is compared with the average value across KTM models where that dimension is available.

Wheelbase1,481 mm
This bike

1,481

KTM avg

1,436

3% above average.

Seat height960 mm
This bike

960

KTM avg

895

7% above average.

Ground clearance380 mm
This bike

380

KTM avg

304

25% above average.

Mechanical overview

Engine layout snapshot

Single cylinder, four-stroke • 449 cc • Liquid cooled
Chassis snapshot

Wheelbase 1,481 mmSeat 960 mmClearance 380 mm
6-speed • Chain (final drive) • 90/90-21 front / 140/80-18 rear

Additional useful specifications

Front tire size 90/90-21
Rear tire size 140/80-18
Front tire width 90 mm
Front tire aspect ratio 90%
Front rim diameter 21 in
Rear tire width 140 mm
Rear tire aspect ratio 80%
Rear rim diameter 18 in
Engine oil capacity 1.30 L (1.37 US qt)
Spark plug NGK DCPR 8 E
Bore/stroke ratio 1.50:1 (Oversquare)

Model information

Year released 2008
Category Enduro / offroad

Engine specifications

Engine type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Displacement 449.3 cc (27.42 cu in)
Bore × stroke 95.0 x 63.4 mm (3.7 x 2.5 inches)
Compression ratio 11.9:1
Valves per cylinder 4
Cooling system Liquid
Fuel system Carburettor. Keihin MX FCR 39
Fuel control Overhead Cams (OHC)
Ignition Kokusan digital
Starter Electric
Lubrication Pressure lubrication with 3 Eaton pumps
Oil capacity 1.30 L (1.37 US qt)
Spark plugs NGK DCPR 8 E

Transmission and drivetrain

Gearbox 6-speed
Final drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically

Chassis and suspension

Frame Central double-cradle-type 25CrMo4
Front suspension WP USD Ø 48 mm (1.89
Rear suspension WP monoshock PDS
Front wheel travel 300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear wheel travel 335 mm (13.2 inches)
Rake 26.5°

Brakes, wheels and tires

Front brakes Single disc. Floating discs.
Rear brakes Single disc. Floating disc.
Front tire 90/90-21
Rear tire 140/80-18

Dimensions and weight

Dry weight 113.5 kg (250.2 lb)
Seat height 960 mm (37.8 inches)
Wheelbase 1,481 mm (58.3 inches)
Ground clearance 380 mm (15.0 inches)

Fuel and emissions

Fuel capacity 9.00 L (2.38 US gal)

Electrical and instruments

Electrical 12V 8Ah, maintenance free battery.

Other specifications

Color options Orange/black

Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from KTM models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official KTM information before relying on them. Visit the official KTM website.