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Husqvarna FE 450 - 2017 Specifications and Reviews
The 2017 Husqvarna FE 450 is a versatile four-stroke enduro bike designed for serious off-road riders seeking a balance of power and lightweight agility. Known for its responsive handling and advanced WP suspension, it excels in technical terrain while remaining accessible for cross-country adventures. The electric starter and modern Li-ion battery enhance practicality for demanding trail and competition use.
General information | |
| Category | Enduro / offroad |
| Year | 2017 |
| Model | Husqvarna FE 450 |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Driveline | X-Ring 5/8 x 1/4´chain |
| Clutch | Wet, DDS multi-disc clutch, Magura hydraulics |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Ignition | Keihin EMS |
| Fuel control | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Bore x Stroke | 95.0 x 63.4 mm (3.7 x 2.5 inches) |
| Compression | 11.8:1 |
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 449.30 ccm (27.42 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Brembo single-piston floating calliper, brake dis |
| Front brakes diameter | 260 mm (10.2 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Brembo twin-piston floating calliper, brake disc |
| Rear tyre | 140/80-18 |
| Front tyre | 90/90-21 |
| Rear Suspension | WP shock absorber with linkage |
| Front Suspension | WP-USD Xplor 48 with preload adjuster |
| Rake (fork angle) | 26.5° |
| Frame type | 25CrMo4 steel central-tube |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 8.50 litres (2.25 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,482 mm (58.3 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 345 mm (13.6 inches) |
| Seat height | 970 mm (38.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Dry weight | 110.4 kg (243.4 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Electrical | Li-ion battery |
| Starter | Electric & kick |
| Color options | White/blue/yellow |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
55 hp
Peak Power (est.)
3.8s
0-60 mph (est.)
Best For
Track10%
City42%
Cornering38%
Daily Riding32%
Touring10%
Passenger5%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Aimed at experienced off-road and enduro riders comfortable with a tall, powerful single; the lofty 970mm seat and race-bred delivery overwhelm most beginners. |
| Purpose | A street-legal enduro built to devour trails, rocks and technical terrain, with just enough road legality to link sections together. |
| Rider Fit | Very tall 970mm seat and 345mm ground clearance on a featherweight 122kg wet chassis; long-travel WP suspension and slim ergonomics demand a tall rider on tiptoes. |
| Character | Light, punchy and eager, an SOHC 450 thumper that feels like a competition weapon with a plate - playful off-road, twitchy and buzzy on tarmac. |
| Not Ideal For | Not for commuters, tourers, passenger-carriers or short riders; the tiny 9.5L tank, hard seat and knobby tires make sustained road use miserable. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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