2027 KTM 450 XC-F

2027 KTM 450 XC-F

Championship grit forged the crown that the KTM 450 XC-F wears. It's the undisputed heavyweight of the 4-stroke cross-country class, and it carries an unrelenting READY TO RACE mindset to every start line. Packing sledgehammer power, razor-sharp handling and a legacy built on podium finishes, it isn't content to simply compete -- it's out to grow the trophy room. Once the gate falls, the KTM 450 XC-F responds with authority.

Features may include:

• Easy Suspension Adjustment

Like always, setting up the suspension at both ends is easy and needs no tools, making sure you hunt down the podium with total control. At the back, a dual compression option that adjusts by hand lets riders change high- and low-speed settings within seconds. Up front, the forks are also simple to modify, thanks to clickers you adjust by hand at the top cap and at the bottom of the fork shoe.

• More Usable Power

Among the 4-Stroke powerplants in the pits, the one in the KTM 450 XC-F ranks as one of the most manic, and its SOHC engine stands as the perfect example of advanced engineering. Within the engine sits a PANKL 6-speed gearbox, there for optimal XC performance through quick, flowing sections. With a low sprocket position for ideal anti-squat behavior, optimal mass centralization, and huge peak power output from an engine that weighs only 59 lb (26.7 kg) overall, you'll send the competition off with more than a little mud on the face.

• Absolute Control

However gnarly the trail gets, complete control stays yours thanks to a rider-focused frame design that was engineered for longitudinal rigidity and that additionally moves rotating mass nearer to the center of gravity. The thick frame walls also enhance reliability and flex characteristics, and they deliver unmatched rider feel. The shock mounting also supplies the perfect amount of anti-squat for improved traction when exiting corners, and the footpegs are mounted in a position that lowers the risk of snagging on rocks or roots. On top of that, forged brackets on the lower frame rails make the skid plate easy to install as well.

• Mass Centralization

In addition to the expertly crafted hydro-formed, laser-cut, robot-welded frame being engineered to deliver exceptional rider feedback and straight-line stability, the chassis is made up of specifically calculated longitudinal and torsional flex parameters. As a result, the frame works as a kind of "shock absorber," giving a less harsh ride, which in turn leads to less rider fatigue across many hard laps.

• Connectivity Unit Offroad

Riders, say hello to your new secret weapon. The Connectivity Unit Offroad, offered in the KTM PowerParts catalog as a must-have addition to the KTM XC-F range, delivers a broad array of functions and adjustment options through the KTMconnect app. With the CUO, you get fresh insight into your riding and the ability to change how your engine behaves, and it even hands you optimized suspension settings tailored to individual preferences and riding conditions. Step into the next level moto.