Husqvarna FC 450 vs Beta 450 RX
Side-by-side comparison of the Husqvarna FC 450 and Beta 450 RX — weight, seat height, power, fuel capacity, suspension, and price for riders making a real buying decision.
Quick answer
Choose the Husqvarna FC 450 if you want Husqvarna's feel and the 450cc 4-stroke engine character. Choose the Beta 450 RX if you prefer Beta's package and the 449cc 4-stroke platform. Specs are close in many areas — what matters most is terrain, ergonomics, and dealer support.
Who wins for which rider
Rider-need verdicts. The right pick depends on what you actually ride and how you ride it.
Lighter weight for technical terrain
Husqvarna FC 450
About 1.1 kg lighter on the spec sheet, which matters in tight, technical riding.
Seat height confidence
Husqvarna FC 450
Lower listed seat height (939 mm) helps shorter riders flat-foot at stops.
Longer rides without refuelling
Husqvarna FC 450
7.2 L tank gives more range between fuel stops.
Better value on price
Beta 450 RX
Lower listed price at €10,999.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Husqvarna FC 450 | Beta 450 RX |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Husqvarna | Beta |
| Displacement (cc) | 449.9 | 449.3 |
| Engine stroke | 4 | 4 |
| Power (HP) | — | — |
| Torque (Nm) | — | — |
| Weight (kg) | 102.8 | 103.9 |
| Seat height (mm) | 939 | 945 |
| Fuel capacity (L) | 7.2 | 6.8 |
| Gears | 5 | 5 |
| Start type | Electric | Electric |
| Front suspension | WP XACT-USD, Ø 48 mm | 48 mm KYB AOS closed cartridge fork |
| Rear suspension | WP XACT Monoshock with linkage | KYB 50mm body with adjustable rebound and high/low speed compression |
| Frame | Central double-cradle-type 25CrMo4 steel | Molybdenum steel / Double Cradle |
| Front brake | 260 mm disc brake | 260 mm floating rotor |
| Rear brake | 220 mm disc brake | 240 mm rotor |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc DDS clutch, Brembo hydraulics | Hydraulic, adjustable diaphragm multi-plate clutch |
| Price (EUR) | 11499 | 10999 |
What each bike is really like
Husqvarna FC 450
Full specs →The Husqvarna FC 450 is a premier motocross motorcycle, engineered with a powerful engine and a lightweight chassis for unrivaled on-track performance.
Beta 450 RX
Full specs →Beta's first full-size motocross bike, the 450 RX, is engineered for performance with a focus on rideability, making it a strong contender in the MXGP class.
Common questions
Is the Husqvarna FC 450 better than the Beta 450 RX?
Neither is strictly better. The Husqvarna FC 450 is a 450cc 4-stroke Husqvarna, while the Beta 450 RX is a 449cc 4-stroke Beta. The right choice depends on terrain, ergonomics, and dealer support more than headline specs.
Which is lighter, the Husqvarna FC 450 or the Beta 450 RX?
Listed weights are 102.8 kg for the Husqvarna FC 450 and 103.9 kg for the Beta 450 RX. Always verify with the manufacturer for your model year.
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