Motorcycle specifications KTM450 EXC 6 days 2014 Safe for competition

the KTM 450 EXC is the ideal machine for the world's biggest enduro competition, the International Six Days Enduro, and even more so in this eponymous version. Six days in a row, over a thousand kilometers of terrain, 40 hours in the saddle: it's not just the rider who is put to the test. The KTM 450 EXC can be prepared with a whole range of top-of-the-range accessories for this exceptionally tough race, at the start of which every year half the riders bet on KTM. 450 EXC Six Days - the only genuine KTM factory orange frame. No other brand comes close to KTM in the off-road arena. This is proven at one of the world's biggest enduro competitions: the International Six Days Enduro (ISDE), which each year welcomes over 500 enduro riders from 30 countries in a bid to win the title of team world champion. A marathon enduro race that pushes both bikes and riders to the limit. That's why, every year, more than half the participants ride our Austrian bikes. For the 2013 season, the six-day race will take place on the Italian island of Sardinia. No compromises are allowed for those who want to reach the finish line on this demanding, stony terrain. With its new Six Days models, KTM offers tried-and-tested, robust machines ready to meet the challenges of this extremely tough competition.

tanks

The narrow 9.5-liter fuel tanks are made of lightweight, transparent polyethylene, allowing the fuel level to be viewed from the outside. The bayonet-type tank lid opens easily with a quarter-turn, and incorporates protection against accidental unscrewing.

cylinder head

The overhead camshaft of the 2014 model year is approx. 10% lighter and drives two titanium intake valves and two steel exhaust valves. The weight-optimized valve train (40% lighter springs and valve spring cups) generates less friction, for better performance and less engine braking. A reinforced cylinder head gasket for the new competition standards now guarantees even greater robustness in extreme operating conditions. The automatic decompressor has also been improved to optimize its robustness.

eFI electronic fuel injection / EMS electronic engine management

Keihin's EMS engine management system with electronic fuel injection and 42 mm throttle valves guarantees spontaneous, powerful response and handling, as well as maximum performance. Automatic temperature and altitude compensation are state-of-the-art. With the optional Map-Select-Switch (PowerParts), you can easily select different engine characteristics.

engine

Developed for tough enduro use, the 449.3 cm³ SOHC engine features an extremely compact design, ease of maintenance and excellent robustness for minimum weight. With Keihin fuel injection, it offers unrivalled performance and handling, specifically targeted for enduro riding.

dDS clutch

The one-piece bell of the optimized DDS clutch (Damped Diaphragm Steel) is milled from high-strength steel together with the timing gear. This process guarantees unrivalled reliability, and the compact, rivet-free design of the clutch housing results in a very slim motor. This design also allows the use of thinner steel plates, which also contribute to the clutch's compact dimensions. The spring washer provides additional hub damping: an invaluable advantage in terms of traction and gearbox wear. An optimized drive dog also enhances the clutch's robustness. Brembo's hydraulically actuated clutch and spring washer ensure easy, controllable progressiveness.

adjustable ignition curve

By simply plugging or unplugging a connector, you can choose between the standard ignition curve and a "softer" variant for the KTM 450 EXC Six Days. For even greater convenience, a switch is available via the PowerParts program.

custom suspension settings

Each model features an individual suspension setting, perfectly matched to weight and engine. at the rear, a PDS shock absorber with direct connection above the swingarm. The fork's wide rebound range and Highspeed and Lowspeed compression damping are standard KTM features.

telescopic fork

KTM Six Days models feature a 48 mm 4CS fork with closed cartridge from WP Suspension. This patented 4-chamber WP technology (4CS) not only offers decisive advantages in terms of response and damping consistency, but is also lighter and much easier to maintain than conventional closed-cartridge models. The 2014 model year has adopted a slightly stiffer, sport-oriented setting to give the fork even more reserve on extremely bumpy tracks. With just a few clicks, you can easily adjust the settings to suit the track and the rider, right at the top of the fork: compression on the left side, rebound on the right - another benefit of 4CS technology.

frame

In keeping with KTM tradition, the frames are made from high-quality, lightweight chrome-molybdenum steel. Combined with a PDS damping system at the rear, they are designed to perfectly absorb any shocks that the rear wheel might inflict on the frame. Contrary to the trend towards aluminum frames among our competitors, we supply high-tech steel frames that weigh around 0.5 kg less than the lightest frames on the market. What's more, our frames are easy to maintain and leave more space for the fuel tank and other components.

swingarm

All KTM EXC models feature a lightweight aluminum-molded swingarm, directly connected to the PDS shock absorber at the top. The aluminum casting process produces a one-piece swingarm with unlimited geometric possibilities, while minimizing any defects caused by welding. The swingarm has been designed to offer the desired flexibility while assisting the suspension, and without compromising torsional strength.

fork tees

Meticulously crafted fork crowns, milled from solid: not only do they look remarkable with their orange anodizing, but they are above all designed to optimize the response and damping regularity of the new fork. For the 2014 model year, the lower fork crown features new screwing points for the new front mudguard.

high-quality wheels

High-quality GIANT wheels in extremely robust 7050 aluminum with exclusive Six Days branding and CNC-milled hubs are standard on all KTM-Six Days models. MAXXIS FIM tires provide excellent grip, precise handling and long life. And another standard feature on Six Days: the two-component Supersprox crown with super-strong steel teeth and aluminum core.

brakes

High-tech Brembo brakes have long been standard on KTM off-road bikes, with lightweight Wave disc brakes for optimum braking performance. For the 2014 model year, we note a new brake cocotte with a new compensation reservoir, a smaller piston diameter and a new lever with optimized kinematics. Thanks to this and sintered brake pads (Toyo B169), front brake performance and dosability have been further significantly improved.

fairing

The KTM 450 EXC Six Days features an ergonomically slim fairing with excellent contact points between rider and machine. It offers unlimited freedom of movement. The 2014 model year shines with graphics modified in 2013 with the colors of the ISDE in Germany.

handlebars

The 450 EXC Six Days is equipped with Neken tapered handlebars made from a solid aluminum alloy. The proven KTM system allows the handlebars to be fixed in a choice of four positions. The 2014 model incorporates new handguards in robust bi-component plastic for more effective hand protection. The new Brembo clutch cover has been adapted to the look of the brake cover.

six Days equipment

- WP Suspension 4CS closed-cartridge fork with reworked adjustment
- Frame with high-quality orange coating and competition graphics
- New milled, orange-anodized fork crowns
- Black anodized handlebars with Six Days logo
- Supersprox bi-component crown with steel teeth and aluminum core
- Solid rear brake disc (no slots/holes)
- Camel SXS saddle with optimized foam core
- Engine mount
- Radiation shield
- Six Days anodized muffler (anthracite) and Six Days logo
- Wheels with high-quality GIANT black anodized rims with Six Days logo and black spokes
- Interchangeable front axle
- Orange radiator guard
- Orange chain guide
- New MAE tachometer
- Exclusive Six Days deco

News credit: KTM France
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