2024 Kawasaki KX450 vs 2023 KTM 450 SX-F

Side-by-side specs. Differences are highlighted. Blank = not yet verified for that year-model (we don’t guess).

Spec2024 Kawasaki KX4502023 KTM 450 SX-F
Class450cc 4-stroke450cc 4-stroke
Displacement
Cooling
InductionSingle-cylinder, air-cooled engine with a single overhead valve (SOV)Pistons ported with a single, large diameter intake valve and dual exhaust valves per cylinder head.
Power valve
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front travel120 in120 in
Rear travel160 in150 in
Front brake285mm310mm
Rear brake245mm280mm
Front wheel
Rear wheel
Seat height34.5 in765 in
Weight209 lb194 lb
MSRP$10,799

Highlighted (blue) rows differ between the two. Verified manufacturer data; see each bike’s page for sources. Torque/fluid specs are on the individual pages (service-manual only).