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All Bikes/Compare/Husqvarna 701 Enduro vs Ktm 450 Exc-f

Husqvarna 701 Enduro vs Ktm 450 Exc-f

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Husqvarna 701 Enduro vs Ktm 450 Exc-f. Husqvarna 701 Enduro: 74 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 148 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Ktm 450 Exc-f: ~63 hp @ 9,000 rpm (note: KTM does not officially publish output figures; estimate based on third-party dyno testing of 2020–2024 models) hp, 111 kg (wet/curb weight, based on 2022–2024 model specs) weight, top speed ~170 km/h (note: estimate; street-legal gearing limits top end, varies by year and sprocket setup), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.

Performance at a Glance

Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value

Husqvarna 701 Enduro Ktm 450 Exc-f
Horsepower (hp)
74 hp
63 hp
Torque (Nm)
72 Nm
54 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
170 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
148 kg
111 kg
Type
Enduro
Enduro
Horsepower
74 hp @ 8,000 rpm
~63 hp @ 9,000 rpm (note: KTM does not officially publish output figures; estimate based on third-party dyno testing of 2020–2024 models)
Torque
72 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
~54 Nm @ 7,000 rpm (note: estimate based on third-party dyno data; official figures not published by KTM)
Top Speed
175 km/h
~170 km/h (note: estimate; street-legal gearing limits top end, varies by year and sprocket setup)
Weight
148 kg (wet/curb weight)
111 kg (wet/curb weight, based on 2022–2024 model specs)
Fuel
5.0–6.5 L/100km (approximately 15–20 km/L typical real-world average)
Estimated 6–9 L/100km depending on terrain and riding style (note: estimate, varies significantly off-road vs. road)
Fairing
No
No

Individual Reviews

Husqvarna 701 Enduro
Husqvarna 701 Enduro
8.5/10

"The ultimate used adventure single if you buy smart."

Pros
+Bulletproof LC4 engine
+Genuinely dual-purpose capable
+Excellent suspension adjustability
Cons
Linkage bearings wear quickly
Stock fuel range limited
Plastics expensive to replace
Ktm 450 Exc-f
Ktm 450 Exc-f
8.5/10

"An outstanding used buy, but service history is absolutely non-negotiable."

Pros
+Exceptional power-to-weight ratio
+Street legal enduro capable
+Strong aftermarket parts support
Cons
Expensive maintenance if neglected
Harsh on slow trails
Thirsty for a single

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SW-Motech Crash Bar Engine Guard Husqvarna 701 Enduro
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SW-Motech Crash Bar Engine Guard Husqvarna 701 Enduro
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Akrapovič · Exhaust System
Akrapovič Racing Line Titanium Full System Husqvarna 701
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Touratech Handguard Set Husqvarna 701 Enduro
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Touratech Handguard Set Husqvarna 701 Enduro
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SW-Motech Aluminum Skid Plate Husqvarna 701 Enduro
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SW-Motech Aluminum Skid Plate Husqvarna 701 Enduro
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Rizoma Adjustable Folding Brake Clutch Lever Set 701
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Rizoma Adjustable Folding Brake Clutch Lever Set 701
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