You'd be forgiven for thinking the KTM 450 SMR couldn't possibly get any better. But we'll let that slide - just as you'll be doing when you throw a leg over this latest iteration of pure Supermoto perfection. With a frame that is specifically engineered for longitudinal rigidity, stability, and exceptional rider feedback and an engine that blows away the competition with unrelenting power delivery - not to mention the electronic wizardry to rival sports bikes - The KTM 450 SMR is a purpose-built racer with one simple goal - winning championships.

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ENGINE & EXHAUST

SETTING THE SAG

• Engine

The 2024 KTM 450 SMR boasts one of the most manic 4-stroke powerplants in the pits, with its SOHC engine proving to be the perfect example of advanced engineering. The engine is positioned to lower the front sprocket, which together with the benefits of mass centralization and light engine weight, deliver anti-squat behavior of the chassis that is second to none. With massive peak power output and an overall engine weight of only (26.8 kg), you'll leave the competition with more than a little mud on the face.

• Cylinder head

A compact and lightweight SOHC cylinder head package uses a short profile with the camshaft located close to the center of gravity, improving handling. Lightweight valves are actuated via a DLC coated rocker arm with optimized timing, specifically designed to deliver precise levels of torque and throttle response. The diameter of the inlet valves is 40 mm, while on the exhaust it is 33 mm. Optimized intake ports allow higher flow coefficients, resulting in a more efficient and powerful engine, with a clever valve cover reducing the number of mounting screws, and a single oil spray jet guaranteeing efficient cooling while keeping the weight low.

CHASSIS

• Frame

No matter how twisty or technical the track is, you'll stay in control thanks to a frame design that has not only been engineered for optimal longitudinal rigidity but also positions rotating mass as close to the center of gravity as possible. Precise frame wall thicknesses deliver superior flex characteristics and offers an unmatched rider feel. The shock mounting also provides optimal anti-squat behavior to better drive out of corners.

• Subframe

The 2-piece polyamide (60%) reinforced aluminum (40%) subframe provides outstanding handling and rider feedback. Constructed with the aid of finite element analysis, precise levels of rigidity are engineered into the subframe, delivering optimal flex dynamics, while remaining robust and reliable lap after lap.