@topbanana188 Yes it's about 20 lbs lighter and much stiffer, as well as the newer chassis with linkage so it feels quite a bit different. I went with the SX because I wanted a 450 XC but they don't make it anymore. I didn't want the heavier, softer XC-W this time around. Trying something different mostly.
@kf4tjp It is private property but it is a large uninhabited area that is used for logging, and people are generally free to ride in the area as long as they don't cause problems.
@ktm5viktor5 Not sure, I would say 85 to 90 maybe, but it could probably go a little faster if it had more gearing. It is geared fairly short and really only likes to cruise around 50 to 55. Close ratio 5 speed.
@dash11111111 About what you would expect compared to the 530, maybe a little more power, but less torque and quicker revving. It is softer on bottom, much more "explosive" with a mid-range hit, and then revs out more. It will be good, if I can hold onto it for very long that is.
hey man i ride to(suzuki) how well do those ride to say a honda?
condog99100 4 months ago
congrats on the new bike! wish it was me : )) one of these days tho! have fun..and we allllll know you will!!
kofig1 4 months ago
And where is the KTM 530 EXC?? sold it? ..
but 530 is good had motobike think ???.. you satisfied with it?
ktm5viktor5 4 months ago
@ktm5viktor5 Yes, I sold it. It was a good bike, just wanted to try something a little lighter and more agile.
SkeldZ06 4 months ago
@SkeldZ06 Is the 450 noticably different? Why the SX and not the EXC this time?
topbanana188 4 months ago
@topbanana188 Yes it's about 20 lbs lighter and much stiffer, as well as the newer chassis with linkage so it feels quite a bit different. I went with the SX because I wanted a 450 XC but they don't make it anymore. I didn't want the heavier, softer XC-W this time around. Trying something different mostly.
SkeldZ06 4 months ago
Great bike! Are you riding on private property?
kf4tjp 4 months ago
@kf4tjp It is private property but it is a large uninhabited area that is used for logging, and people are generally free to ride in the area as long as they don't cause problems.
SkeldZ06 4 months ago
what is the top speed of the KTM 450 SX-F??
ktm5viktor5 4 months ago
@ktm5viktor5 Not sure, I would say 85 to 90 maybe, but it could probably go a little faster if it had more gearing. It is geared fairly short and really only likes to cruise around 50 to 55. Close ratio 5 speed.
SkeldZ06 4 months ago
man, you must know those roads pretty good, you were cruising! Congrats on the new bike purchase
timsmith441 4 months ago
@timsmith441 Thanks Tim...yes, I have ridden these roads/trails quite a few times. Ten years ago the first part was wide enough for a truck.
SkeldZ06 4 months ago
Fast and fun!
johnny6speed 4 months ago
@johnny6speed Ha ha. This is what I grew up riding...it really is fast and fun, unlike a NETRA scramble.
SkeldZ06 4 months ago
@SkeldZ06 you like this over your 530 i think it was?
leonscottkennedyre4 4 months ago
@leonscottkennedyre4 The 530 was geared longer so that was nice on open terrain, but other than that I am enjoying this bike more.
SkeldZ06 4 months ago
how you like it
dash11111111 4 months ago
@dash11111111 Some minor issues getting it set-up but overall I like the chassis and suspension and lower weight when compared to my old bike.
SkeldZ06 4 months ago
@SkeldZ06 hows the power on it
dash11111111 4 months ago
@dash11111111 About what you would expect compared to the 530, maybe a little more power, but less torque and quicker revving. It is softer on bottom, much more "explosive" with a mid-range hit, and then revs out more. It will be good, if I can hold onto it for very long that is.
SkeldZ06 4 months ago