KTM 450 SMR vs Yamaha MT-09 Comparison

From The Experts

Things we like	High-power SOHC engine Lightweight chassis Advanced suspension for superior track handling Enhanced safety features Refined ergonomics for optimal rider control Read More	Very competent engine Superb electronics and equipment Effortless learner friendly usability Read More
Things we don't like	Limited to circuit-specific performance Read More	Weird design Pillion rider comfort Read More

Engine & Performance

Displacement	449.9 cc	847 cc
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	7.2 L	14 L
Lubrication System	Wet Sump	Wet Sump
Drive Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Exhaust Pipes	Single Exhaust	3 In 1 Exhaust
Bore X Stroke	95 mm x 63.4 mm	78 mm x 59.1 mm
No. Of Cylinder	1	3
Clutch Type	Wet, Multi-Plate	Wet, Multi-Plate
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Engine Type	Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke Engine	3-Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC, 4-Valves
No. Of Strokes	4-Stroke	4-Stroke
Maximum Power	--	113.4 hp
Valves Per Cylinder	--	4
Valve Configuration	--	DOHC
Compression Ratio	--	11.5:1
Maximum Torque	--	87.5 Nm
RPM at Maximum Torque	--	8500 rpm
RPM at Maximum Power	--	10000 rpm

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Dimension

Category	Sport	Sport
Ground Clearance	281 mm	140 mm
Seat Height	898 mm	805 mm
Dry Weight	103 kg	--
Seating Capacity	1	2
Width	--	745 mm
Oil Tank Capacity	--	3.4 L
Kerb Weight	--	179 kg
Height	--	1090 mm
Wheel Base	--	1400 mm
Length	--	2085 mm

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Fuel & Ignition

Start Option	Electric	Electric
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Ignition System	--	TCI
Fuel Supply System	--	Fuel Injection

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension	WP XPLOR-USD	Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension	WP XACT Monoshock with linkage	Swing Arm
Suspension Travel(Front)	285 mm	137 mm
Suspension Travel(Rear)	266 mm	130 mm

Electrical

Battery Voltage

12 V

12 V

Gear & Transmission

Gear Box	6-Speed	6-Speed
Transmission Type	Manual	Manual

Wheels & Tyres

Rear Wheel Size	--	ZR17
Tyre Type	--	Runflat, Tubeless
Front Tyre	--	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tyre	--	180/55 ZR17
Front Wheel Size	--	ZR17

Safety & Security

Central Locking	No	--
Wheel Lock Front/back	No	No
Leg Guards	No	--
Back Rest	No	No
Stability Control	No	--
Traction Control	No	--
Side Reflectors	No	Yes
Launch Control	No	No
Shutter Lock	No	No
Riding Modes	Street, Sport Street, Sport	Sport Sport
Engine Immobilizer	No	--
Anti-Theft Alarm	No	--
Pass Switch	--	Yes
Engine Check Warning	--	Yes

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Console

Tachometer	No	Yes
Side Stand Indicator	No	No
Oil Change Indicator	No	Yes
Navigator	No	No
Tripmeter	No	Yes
Odometer	--	Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge	--	Digital Digital
Speedometer	--	Digital Digital
Display Screen	--	Yes

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Chassis & Suspension

Body Frame Type	Central Double-Cradle-Type Central Double-Cradle-Type	Diamond Diamond
Chrome Garnish	No	--
Body Frame Material	Steel Steel	--
Seat Type	Single Seat Single Seat	Dual Straight Dual Straight
Side Wings	Yes	Yes

Electrical

Indicator Light	No	Yes
Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Accessory Outlet	No	No
Tail Lamp	--	LED LED

Differentiating Features

Height Adjustable Seats	No	No
Cruise Control	No	No

Brake

Rear Brake	Disc Disc	Disc Disc
Front Brake	Disc Disc	Dual Disc Dual Disc