2008 KTM 450 SMR

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2008 KTM 450 SMR

• 2008 KTM 450 SMR

2008 KTM 450 SMR

The new 450 SMR is pretty much the hottest standard Supermoto model currently on the market. This thoroughbred racing bike was developed for the KTM factory team according to the motto “Ready to Race” and was successfully tested at the 2007 World Championships. And this same weapon for the S1 class is now waiting on the showroom floor for you. The very finest technology and merciless power that’s just waiting to propel you to new victories.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Engine type Single cylinder, 4-stroke
Displacement 449.3 cc
Bore x stroke 97 / 60.8 mm (3.82 / 2.39")
Compression ratio 12.5:1
Starter / Battery E-Starter / 12 V 4 Ah
Transmission 5 gears, dog clutch engagement
Fuel Mixture Generation Keihin FCR MX 41
Control 4 V / DOHC
Lubrication Pressure lubrication with 3 oil pumps
Engine lubrication Motorex, fully synthetic, SAE 10W-50
Primary drive 29:74
Final drive 14:48
Cooling Liquid cooled
Clutch APTC slipper clutch, hydraulically operated
Ignition Kokusan digital

Frame Chromium-Molybdenum central double-cradle-type frame, powder coated
Subframe Aluminium 7020
Handlebar Aluminium, Ø 28/22 mm (1.10/0.87"), tapered
Front suspension WP USD Ø 48 mm (1.89")
Rear suspension WP PDS mono shock
Suspension travel front / rear 280 / 310 mm (11.02 / 12.20")
Front brake Magura four piston, radially bolted caliper, brake disc Ø 310 mm (12.20")
Rear brake Brembo single-piston, floating caliper, brake disc Ø 220 mm (8.66")
Rims, front / rear Spoked wheels with aluminium rims, 3.5 x 16.5"; 5.0 x 17"
Tires, front / rear 125/80 R 420"; 170/55 R 17"
Chain X-Ring 5/8 x 1/4"
Main silencer Aluminium
Steering head angle 63.5°
Wheel base 1475 ± 10 mm (58.07 ± 0.39")
Ground clearance (unloaded) 300 mm (11.81")
Seat height 920 mm (36.22")
Fuel capacity approx. 8.2 liters (1.80 gal)
Weight (no fuel) approx. 111.5 kg (245.8 lbs)

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