KTM 450 EXC Racing Motorcycle Reviews on Cycle Insider (3)
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It's been several months since my last review. I have replaced the tank with a bigger one, about 3 and half gallons. The range is now 150 miles or so depending on terrain. I had the seat taken down about an inch and a half at low point. I like it much better. This bike is super reliable, and does everything well. I lowered the rear sprocket by 2 to get more top end because the powernow and powernow plus boosted the performance. I upgraded the pegs, not necessary but nice. I had a seal leak at about 75 hours and the dealer fixed it. I would call the bike low maintenance. I love it. Ride safe.

I have raced my 450 EXC for a year now, enduro racing. It is a great bike. Problems include replacing the fork seals twice(put seal savers on, they work). You must adjust the valves every 15-25 hours for peak performance. I finished 5th in the state in my class. Engine is run stock with stock pipe. I run Dunlop 756's, use an ICO Checkmate computer(the best), EE handguard, and slave clutch guard, stock pipe, and a Scotts Stabelizer(worth every penny). As reliable as any Japanese bike. Probably time for new chain, sprockets and top end. Great bike.

When I wrote a review on my KTM a couple months ago, the bike was a little tall. Now that the suspension has worked in, it's excellent height.[I did lower the front end but only less than half inch] I have added a gpr stabalizer which raises the bars an inch or so, and now the bike fits perfectly. It is totally reliable and has a great power band. I would strongly recommend this bike!