Husqvarna FC 350 vs Sherco 450 SEF Factory
Side-by-side comparison of the Husqvarna FC 350 and Sherco 450 SEF Factory — weight, seat height, power, fuel capacity, suspension, and price for riders making a real buying decision.
Quick answer
Choose the Husqvarna FC 350 if you want Husqvarna's feel and the 350cc 4-stroke engine character. Choose the Sherco 450 SEF Factory if you prefer Sherco'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 350
About 7.0 kg lighter on the spec sheet, which matters in tight, technical riding.
Seat height confidence
Husqvarna FC 350
Lower listed seat height (939 mm) helps shorter riders flat-foot at stops.
Longer rides without refuelling
Sherco 450 SEF Factory
9.8 L tank gives more range between fuel stops.
Better value on price
Husqvarna FC 350
Lower listed price at €11,199.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Husqvarna FC 350 | Sherco 450 SEF Factory |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Husqvarna | Sherco |
| Displacement (cc) | 349.7 | 449.4 |
| Engine stroke | 4 | 4 |
| Power (HP) | 58 | — |
| Torque (Nm) | 37 | — |
| Weight (kg) | 102 | 109 |
| Seat height (mm) | 939 | 950 |
| Fuel capacity (L) | 7.2 | 9.8 |
| Gears | 5 | 6 |
| Start type | Electric | Electric |
| Front suspension | WP XACT-USD, Ø 48 mm | KYB 48 mm Ø fork - closed cartridge technology |
| Rear suspension | WP XACT Monoshock with linkage | KYB 50 Ø18 mm shock absorber |
| Frame | Central double-cradle-type 25CrMo4 steel | Semi-perimeter high-strength chrome-molybdenum 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 DS clutch, Brembo hydraulics | Brembo hydraulic control, multi-disc in oil bath |
| Price (EUR) | 11199 | 12599 |
What each bike is really like
Husqvarna FC 350
Full specs →The Husqvarna FC 350 offers a perfect balance of powerful performance and agile handling, making it a versatile and competitive motocross bike.
Sherco 450 SEF Factory
Full specs →The Sherco 450 SEF Factory combines potent 4-stroke power with exceptional handling, making it a versatile and high-performance enduro motorcycle.
Common questions
Is the Husqvarna FC 350 better than the Sherco 450 SEF Factory?
Neither is strictly better. The Husqvarna FC 350 is a 350cc 4-stroke Husqvarna, while the Sherco 450 SEF Factory is a 449cc 4-stroke Sherco. The right choice depends on terrain, ergonomics, and dealer support more than headline specs.
Which is lighter, the Husqvarna FC 350 or the Sherco 450 SEF Factory?
Listed weights are 102 kg for the Husqvarna FC 350 and 109 kg for the Sherco 450 SEF Factory. Always verify with the manufacturer for your model year.
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