Highland 450 SM - 2007 Specifications and Reviews
The 2007 Highland 450 SM is a lightweight super motard designed for riders seeking nimble street and light off-road capability. Its compact V2 engine delivers accessible performance with 56.4 horsepower, making it ideal for urban commuting and weekend adventures. Known for its agile handling and fuel-injected reliability, this bike suits both experienced riders and those stepping up from smaller displacement machines.
2007
General information | |
| Category | Super motard |
| Year | 2007 |
| Model | Highland 450 SM |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Lubrication system | Wet sump, filter, pressure lubricated |
| Starter | Electric |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Fuel system | Injection. Ignition coil fitted directly on the spark plug |
| Bore x stroke | 95.0 x 63.4 mm (3.7 x 2.5 inches) |
| Compression | 12.0:1 |
| Torque | 51.10 |
| Power | 56.40 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | V2 |
| Capacity: | 449.00 ccm (27.40 cubic inches) |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,485 mm (58.5 inches) |
| Seat height | 998 mm (39.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Dry weight | 103.0 kg (227.1 pounds) |
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Highland 450 SM dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Bremo |
| Front brakes diameter | 260 mm (10.2 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Bremo |
| Rake (fork angle) | 27.0° |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.5476 HP/kg |
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Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Fuel capacity | 7.00 litres (1.85 gallons) |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
56.4 hp
Peak Power
4s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track80%
City70%
Cornering95%
Daily Riding45%
Touring20%
Passenger15%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Best suited to intermediate and experienced riders who can manage a light, sharp-steering, high-strung supermoto with minimal margin for error. |
| Purpose | Built for aggressive cornering, tight technical roads, and supermoto-style track days rather than straight-line speed or long-distance travel. |
| Rider Fit | Its tall seat height and minimal weight demand rider confidence and reasonable leg length, though the low dry weight makes it easy to muscle around at a stop. |
| Character | A featherweight, high-revving V2 supermoto that rewards precise, committed riding with razor-sharp handling and explosive power-to-weight response. |
| Not Ideal For | Not a good fit for riders wanting plush comfort, passenger accommodation, or a relaxed touring machine. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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