2023 KTM 450 SMR

You’d be forgiven for thinking the KTM 450 SMR couldn’t possibly get any better. But we’ll let that slide – just as you would be doing when you throw a leg over the latest iteration of pure READY TO RACE perfection. With a frame that is specifically engineered for longitudinal rigidity, stability, and exceptional rider feedback and an engine that blows away the competition with unrelenting power delivery – not to mention the electronic wizardry to rival sports bikes – The KTM 450 SMR is a purpose-built racer with one simple goal – winning championships.

ENGINE

TRANSMISSION 5-speed
COOLING Liquid cooled
STARTER Electric starter
STROKE 63.4 mm
BORE 95 mm
CLUTCH Suter slipper clutch, Brembo Hydraulics
DISPLACEMENT 449.9 cm³
EMS Keihin EMS
DESIGN 1-cylinder, 4-stroke engine

CHASSIS

TANK CAPACITY (APPROX.) 7.2 l
FRONT BRAKE DISC DIAMETER 310 mm
REAR BRAKE DISC DIAMETER 220 mm
FRONT BRAKE Disc brake
REAR BRAKE Disc brake
CHAIN 5/8 x 1/4″
DRY WEIGHT 102 kg
FRAME DESIGN Central double-cradle-type 25CrMo4 steel
FRONT SUSPENSION WP XACT-USD, Ø 48 mm
GROUND CLEARANCE 281 mm
REAR SUSPENSION WP XACT Monoshock with linkage
SEAT HEIGHT 898 mm
STEERING HEAD ANGLE 63.9 °
SUSPENSION TRAVEL (FRONT) 285 mm
SUSPENSION TRAVEL (REAR) 266 mm