Husqvarna SM 450R Make Model | Husqvarna SM 450R | Year | 2008-09 | Engine | Liquid cooled, four stroke, single cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder. | Capacity | 449 | Bore x Stroke | 97 X 60.7 mm | Compression Ratio | 12.0;1 | Induction | Electronic injection MIKUNI D42 | Ignition / Starting | CDI / electric & kick | Clutch | Wet,multiplate type; hydraulic control | Max Power | | Max Torque | | Transmission / Drive | 6 Speed / chain | Gear Ratio | 1st 2.000 (28/14), 2rd 1.611 (29/18), 3th 1.333 (24/18), 4th 1.086 (25/23), 5th 0.920 (23/25), 6th 0.814 (22/27) | Frame | Steel single tube cradle (round tubes); rear frame in light alloy | Front Suspension | 50mm Marzocchi Upside-Down telescopic hydraulic fork with advanced axle; compression and rebound stroke adjustment, 250 mm wheel travel | Rear Suspension | Progressive 'soft damp' with hydraulic adjustable single shock absorber; spring preload adjustment, compression and rebound adjustment (compression stroke: double adjustment), 290 mm wheel travel | Front Brakes | Single 320mm disc 4 piston caliper | Rear Brakes | Single 220mm disc 1 piston caliper | Front Tyre | 120/70 -17 | Rear Tyre | 150/60 -17 | | 820 mm / 32.3 in | Dry Weight | 118 kg | Fuel Capacity | 9 Litres | Reviews | Motociclismo.it | The Husqvarna is bringing the SM450R in line with the new family look first seen on the TE310 and TC45 enduros. This means a really attractive headlight fairing and an minimal plastics. This is a motard for passionate fans, with a beautiful look that’s nasty and says she’s ready for racing. The plastic covering has a lovely form, along with some great colouring and a “factory” charm. The important news is all in the chassis, with improved rigidity, while also weighing one kilo less. No excesses have been taken, just a few improvements on what was already an impressive little machine. The 450cc engine has been kept and the exhaust valves are in stainless steel. Some changes have been made to the transmission, for faster gear change and the bike is now available with fuel injection. |