Ktm 500 Exc-f vs Husqvarna Fe 501
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Ktm 500 Exc-f
Husqvarna Fe 501
Horsepower (hp)
63 hp
63 hp
Torque (Nm)
55 Nm
55 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
145 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
111 kg
111 kg
Type
Enduro
Enduro
Horsepower
~63 hp @ 8,750 rpm (estimated based on published KTM data for recent model years)
~63 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated; varies slightly by model year)
Torque
~55 Nm @ 6,500 rpm (estimated)
~55 Nm @ 6,500 rpm (estimated; varies slightly by model year)
Top Speed
~175 km/h (estimated; note: varies by gearing and conditions)
~145 km/h (estimated; note: gearing and terrain dependent)
Weight
111 kg (wet/curb weight, approximate for recent model years)
~111 kg (wet/curb weight, varies by model year)
Fuel
~6.0 L/100km (estimated real-world average; varies greatly with riding style and terrain)
~6–8 L/100km (estimated real-world average depending on terrain and riding style)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Ktm 500 Exc-f
8.5/10
"The ultimate dual-sport weapon for experienced, mechanically committed riders only."
Pros
+Unmatched power-to-weight ratio
+World-class WP suspension
+Street legal adventure capability
Cons
−Brutal maintenance costs
−Punishing on tarmac
−Savage power for beginners
Husqvarna Fe 501
8.5/10
"The ultimate trail weapon if you commit to proper maintenance."
Pros
+Class-leading WP suspension
+Monstrous tractable engine
+Premium KTM mechanicals underneath
Cons
−Expensive used, always
−Demanding maintenance schedule
−Miserable long-distance comfort