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2027 KTM 450 Rally Replica: DOMINATE THE DUNES.
Introducing the 2027 KTM 450 Rally Replica…
We can say it; the KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA is the most sucssefull machine ever to line up at the Dakar Rally. Not only has it graced the top step at the hands of seasoned pros, but its victories in the hands of privateers are equally impressive. With 12 out of 21 Dakar wins for KTM, and 250 Stage victories, the KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA remains the closest bike to a factory racer available off a dealership floor.
2027 KTM 450 Rally Replica Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features
WINNER OF 2026 DAKAR RALLY
Winning Dakar is not like winning any ordinary race. It is the ultimate test of rider and machine, forged together at the limit for 15 relentless days and more than 8000 brutal kilometers. Every KTM ADVENTURE motorcycle is born from this battlefield, directly derived from the KTM 450 RALLY factory race machine. The lessons learned, the durability proven, and the performance earned at Dakar live on in every KTM ADVENTURE model. This icon marks the absolute speed, total resilience, and uncompromising reliability of your motorcycle, exactly where KTM thrives.
- From Rally to reality: the ultimate race-infused package is back with the 2027 edition
- Just over 100 units available of KTM’s high-bred production machine for both competition purposes and high-level offroad thrills
- Peerless performance and rally-specific component settings, tested & developed in the heat of the Dakar
- KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA LUCIANO BENAVIDES FACTORY EDITION brings unique Limited Edition detailing and enhanced customer experience through the 2026 KTM ADVENTURE RALLY
2027 KTM 450 Rally Replica Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits
ABSORB THE DAKAR RALLY VICTORY EXPERIENCE WITH THE 2027 KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA
Dakar Rally glory can roll into personal garage space for riders everywhere with the 2027 KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA, available in limited numbers from July 2026.
This factory-derived model has been made to satisfy budding rally raiders who want a competitive edge or for offroad motorcyclists eager to sample the engineering that swept to yet another overall victory this year in the world’s toughest race event.
For half a decade the KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA has been KTM’s pure expression of technical rally supremacy. The R&D for components, performance and settings have filtered directly from competition. This is a bike that has carried four different riders to the top of the Dakar podium since 2020 as well as figuring prominently at the peak of RallyGP. The KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA is as close to a complete and race-ready article as it gets. The clue is in the name: ‘REPLICA’ says it all.
KTM ruled the 2026 Dakar with Argentine Luciano Benavides in January and to commemorate the feat (the sixth time the Red Bull KTM team have triumphed in the last ten editions) KTM are also releasing 8 of the KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA LUCIANO BENAVIDES FACTORY EDITION with a host of extra upgrades, aesthetic touches and an unbeatable customer experience in the sold-out KTM ADVENTURE RALLY in Italy this summer.
Just over 100 units of the KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA will be kicking up roost on trails this year. At the heart of the bike is the fearsome and relentless 450 cc fuel-injected SOHC engine, armed with a six-speed gearbox and premium Brembo hydraulic clutch with rally specific gearing. A titanium Akrapovič exhaust system trims weight and maximizes power punch.
The hydro-formed, laser-cut and hand-welded frame is expertly crafted for the ideal blend of longitude and torsional flex. This gives a prime feeling with regards to rider feedback but also stability and assurance. This is boosted further by the fully customizable WP PRO Suspension and is easily adjustable.
The KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA is equipped with rally-spec particulars. The dual radiators spread the responsibility of cooling and increase reliability in the case of unwanted damage from the terrain. The triple clamps (23 mm offset) are CNC for extra stiffness but at a low weight. The aluminum alloy tapered handlebar has rally-tested foam rubber grips. The footpegs use a wider surface area for better grip.
More? How about strong Brembo braking power matched by the KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA’s capability to go the distance thanks to a three-fuel-tank construction that extends the capacity to 34.5 liters. The carbon-fiber navigation tower crests a purposeful cockpit (for implementation of a digital roadbook with intuitive controls and a powerful LED) and is part of unique ergonomics that emphasizes comfort while standing and sitting for long distances. The bodywork and aerodynamics achieve the tricky mix of optimum positioning, both of protection from the elements but also a stance for control and quick reactions.
For 2027 the KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA switches back to traditional KTM orange.
The KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA LUCIANO BENAVIDES FACTORY EDITION goes a step further. The most obvious difference is the full Red Bull KTM livery, ensuring that the bike looks even more like its decorated Dakar sibling. Other features include factory carbon parts – like brake discs and tank pads – and the ‘LE’ numbered emblem on the frame. The Selle Dalla Valle seat is both a visual and performance improvement and the application of mousse-adorned Michelin Rally tires is another valuable tweak.
As in 2025, the title-winning Red Bull KTM Rally Factory Team will be guests of honor on the 2026 KTM ADVENTURE RALLY (bringing their truck and expertise) that will comb lands around Perugia in Italy during early September. The annual gathering is already fully subscribed but KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA LUCIANO BENAVIDES FACTORY EDITION customers will have the VIP treatment with a handover by the Dakar champion as well as a signed race jersey and on-the-ground support from the race team for the riding days.
All-out accuracy
Adjustability
At this level, pin-point accuracy in your setup is essential to gaining an edge on the competition. Good thing then, that the KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA has that covered, with fully adjustable WP Pro Components suspension which can be fine-tuned to the likes and weights of riders and all kinds of varying terrains, as well as adjustable handlebars.
Plot the route ahead
Digital Roadbook
Already compulsory at many races for the Car, SSV, and Truck categories, the KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA has provisions to allow for the fitment of a digital roadbook. Not only has this new addition undergone many racing kilometers of hard testing, but it is also more accurate, more user-friendly, and brings more functionality to the racing stage.
LED Headlight
A LED headlight system is incorporated into the front mask of the KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA, with an overall light output increase of 33%. Not only does this light the way to the bivouac on those longer stages, but also plays a vital role in the early morning starts and misty weather conditions.
Computing power
Engine Management System
The EMS and 44 mm throttle body are supplied by Keihin, and have proven to be the best combination for the KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA and feature rally-specific ECU mappings to the airbox, engine, and exhaust combination.
Proven powerhouse
Engine
The powerplant responsible for 11 Dakar victories is based on the hugely successful KTM SOHC 450 cc 4-stroke engine. Engineered with long, hard, and fast rally stages in mind, it features more efficient performance throughout the rev range. For 2026, it is fitted with a newly designed SOHC cylinder head, with a reinforced clutch and gearbox, and the latest electronic fuel injection. The result is unrivaled power, speed, and outstanding reliability.
Ported for power
Cylinder Head
A reworked SOHC cylinder head features shaped ports for further improved performance. The single overhead camshaft activates four ultra-lightweight titanium valves via extremely rigid, DLC coated rocker arms for maximum reliability.
Stay cool under pressure
Radiator
The KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA debuts a radiator concept. Featuring two independent radiators instead of one, it dramatically improves cooling efficiency. There is also the added benefit of having a backup radiator should one get damaged.
Lightweight legend
Akrapovič Exhaust
Fitted with a rally-specific titanium Akrapovič exhaust system as standard, the KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA is ready to roar – with tuning to match. It has a special hydro-formed section on the bottom for maximum ground clearance and boasts ultra-lightweight construction and unmatched performance.
Maximum stability
Triple Clamps
An 23 mm offset CNC machined triple clamps with a rally-specific design ensures optimal stiffness and precise handling when charging through the desert. This, together with an in-house developed PHDS system and the proven SCOTT’s steering damper, provides the confidence to keep it pinned in the faster, flowing rally stages.
Shaped to be sharper
Bodywork
Sharper, sleeker, and ready to take on the roughest rally stages, the KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA has undergone a complete refresh. Redesigned fairings, tank layout, and a rally-specific seat provide improved ergonomics and seat comfort over longer distances. This means enhanced rider ergonomics, allowing for perfect control when standing by providing ample grip surfaces and freedom of movement.
Aerodynamic energy
Navigation Tower
A navigation tower made of extra-light carbon fiber is well-protected behind the fairing with a, narrower dashboard. This brings significantly improved aerodynamics, reduced turbulence, and less stress for the rider when blasting across the landscape at maximum speed. Warning lights are now also fully integrated and illuminate when the front or rear tank reserve is activated.
Long-range racer
Fuel Tanks
The KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA boasts a total fuel volume of 35 liters. It has two separate 9-liter fuel tanks upfront and a self-supporting 16-liter fuel tank at the rear. These are controlled by two separate fuel pumps, which can be independently accessed and activated to supply fuel from either the front or the rear fuel tank. This works as a backup system and an additional means to monitor fuel levels.
The backbone
Frame
A hydro-formed, laser-cut, and hand-welded frame forms the backbone of the KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA. Constructed with precisely calculated parameters of longitudinal and torsional flex, the frame provides exceptional rider feedback, energy absorption, and straight-line stability – all of which are crucial for rally racing. To achieve this, the rotating mass, forged steering head connection, and most of the frame tubes have been completely re-positioned., along with the tube wall thickness, for maximum reliability and specific rigidity in high-stress areas. The frame is finished with a long-lasting and eye-catching powder coating, while the rear self-supporting 16-liter fuel tank doubles as the subframe.
Maximum traction
Swingarm
A hollow, die-cast aluminum swingarm is designed for optimal stiffness and reliability at the lowest possible weight. The topology has also been optimized for optimal rigidity. This works together with a proven linkage system and fully adjustable shock absorber, which gives the rider confidence to go flat out. This also means maximum traction when accelerating and bottoming-out resistance for better stability and safety.
Dune-tuned
Suspension
The KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA is fitted with the latest WP PRO COMPONENTS at both ends. In front, a 48 mm WP XACT PRO 7548 closed cartridge fork featuring sophisticated Cone Valve technology shines with outstanding damping performance. A fully adjustable WP XACT PRO 7750 shock takes care of the business in the rear. The suspension components provide full adjustability, improved damping, and higher bottoming reserves for ultimate stability.
Start easy, everytime
E-starter and Battery
A reliable electric starter and lightweight Li-Ion 4.5 Ah battery handle start procedures on the KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA. Weighing substantially less than a conventional lead battery, the Li-Ion battery delivers reliable power to the electronics, as well as enuring the convenience of easy starting particularly at low temperatures.
More trophy storage
Tool Kit Space
The KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA features a fully integrated and well-thought-out tool storage solution, with an engine cover integrated space for essential tools. This means racers can rest assured that they have what they need out in the dunes should the worst-case scenario occur while freeing up space in your bumbag.
Charging across all terrain
Wheels
Black high-strength alloy rims from EXCEL are coupled to cast aluminum hubs using lightweight spokes and steel nipples for maximum stability and durability. This combination has proven to be the best solution for intense rally racing across all terrain types.
Stopping power
Brakes
Brembo components guarantee total performance and reliability in braking. 300 mm front and 240 mm rear discs deliver superior stopping power, rider feel, and overall control, instilling maximum confidence in any condition.
2027 KTM 450 Rally Replica – Totalmotorcycle.com International Specifications/Technical Details
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Engine
Design
1-cylinder, 4-stroke engine
Displacement
449.3 cm³
Transmission
6-speed
Cooling
Liquid cooled
Engine cylinder
Single cylinder
Engine addition
4 V / SOHC
EMS
Kokusan
Engine oil manufacturer
Motorex
Engine stroke
4-Stroke
Drive type
Combustion
Chassis
Front brake disc diameter
300 mm
Rear brake disc diameter
240 mm
Chain
5/8 x 1/4″
Frame material
Chrome-molybdenum steel
Subframe tank
Self supporting fuel tank
Rear subframe design
Self-supporting plastic tank
Suspension
Suspension travel (front)
304 mm
Suspension travel (rear)
280 mm
Front suspension type
WP XACT
Rear suspension type
WP Shock absorber
Dimensions
Tank capacity (approx.)
35 l
Subframe tank
Self supporting fuel tank
Wheels
Spoked wheels with aluminium rims
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