Husqvarna FC 450 vs GASGAS MC 450F
Side-by-side comparison of the Husqvarna FC 450 and GASGAS MC 450F — 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 GASGAS MC 450F if you prefer GASGAS's package and the 450cc 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
GASGAS MC 450F
About 0.2 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
GASGAS MC 450F
7.9 L tank gives more range between fuel stops.
Better value on price
GASGAS MC 450F
Lower listed price at €10,999.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Husqvarna FC 450 | GASGAS MC 450F |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Husqvarna | GASGAS |
| Displacement (cc) | 449.9 | 449.9 |
| Engine stroke | 4 | 4 |
| Power (HP) | — | 57.4 |
| Torque (Nm) | — | 46.2 |
| Weight (kg) | 102.8 | 102.6 |
| Seat height (mm) | 939 | 956 |
| Fuel capacity (L) | 7.2 | 7.9 |
| Gears | 5 | 5 |
| Start type | Electric | Electric |
| Front suspension | WP XACT-USD, Ø 48 mm | WP XACT-USD, Ø 48 mm |
| Rear suspension | WP XACT Monoshock with linkage | WP XACT Monoshock with linkage |
| Frame | Central double-cradle-type 25CrMo4 steel | Central double-cradle-type 25CrMo4 steel |
| Front brake | 260 mm disc brake | 260 mm disc brake |
| Rear brake | 220 mm disc brake | 220 mm disc brake |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc DDS clutch, Brembo hydraulics | DS wet multi-disc clutch, Braktec hydraulics |
| 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.
GASGAS MC 450F
Full specs →The GASGAS MC 450F is a serious motocross contender, packing immense power into a lightweight and easy-to-handle chassis for a thrilling ride.
Common questions
Is the Husqvarna FC 450 better than the GASGAS MC 450F?
Neither is strictly better. The Husqvarna FC 450 is a 450cc 4-stroke Husqvarna, while the GASGAS MC 450F is a 450cc 4-stroke GASGAS. The right choice depends on terrain, ergonomics, and dealer support more than headline specs.
Which is lighter, the Husqvarna FC 450 or the GASGAS MC 450F?
Listed weights are 102.8 kg for the Husqvarna FC 450 and 102.6 kg for the GASGAS MC 450F. Always verify with the manufacturer for your model year.
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