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	890 cc
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	7.2 L	14 L
Lubrication System	Wet Sump	Wet Sump
Exhaust Pipes	Single Exhaust	3 In 1 Exhaust
Drive Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
No. Of Cylinder	1	3
Bore X Stroke	95 mm x 63.4 mm	78 mm x 62,1 mm
Clutch Type	Wet, Multi-Plate	Wet, Multi-Plate
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
No. Of Strokes	4-Stroke	4-Stroke
Engine Type	Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke Engine	3-Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC, 4-Valves
Maximum Power	--	118 hp
Compression Ratio	--	11.5:1
Valves Per Cylinder	--	4
Valve Configuration	--	DOHC
Injection Type	--	Fuel Injection
Maximum Torque	--	93 Nm
RPM at Maximum Torque	--	7000 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	825 mm
Dry Weight	103 kg	--
Seating Capacity	1	2
Height	--	1045 mm
Kerb Weight	--	193 kg
Width	--	820 mm
Oil Tank Capacity	--	3.5 L
Wheel Base	--	1430 mm
Length	--	2090 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	--
Suspension Travel(Rear)	266 mm	--

Electrical

Battery Voltage

12 V

12 V

Gear & Transmission

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

Wheels & Tyres

Tyre Type	--	Runflat, Tubeless
Front Wheel Size	--	ZR17
Front Tyre	--	120/70 ZR17
Rear Wheel Size	--	ZR17
Rear Tyre	--	180/55 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	--
Launch Control	No	No
Side Reflectors	No	Yes
Shutter Lock	No	No
Riding Modes	Street, Sport Street, Sport	Sport Sport
Engine Immobilizer	No	--
Anti-Theft Alarm	No	--
ABS	--	Yes
Pass Switch	--	Yes
Engine Check Warning	--	Yes

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Console

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

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Chassis & Suspension

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

Electrical

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