Honda CB1000 Hornet SP vs KTM 450 SX-F

Choosing between the Honda CB1000 Hornet SP vs KTM 450 SX-F? BikeJunction is here to help! The CB1000 Hornet SP starts at ₹ 13.29 Lakh, while the 450 SX-F is priced at ₹ 10.25 Lakh (ex-showroom). You can easily compare all the required parameters for your new two-wheeler. These two-wheelers have powerful motors with good performance. Among them, the CB1000 Hornet SP offers 107 Nm @ 9000 rpm torque. The 450 SX-F gives 74 Nm @ 9500 rpm torque. Apart from all this, you can pick from 2 colour options for the CB1000 Hornet SP and 1 for the 450 SX-F. you will get a more extensive comparison of Honda CB1000 Hornet SP and KTM 450 SX-F, which will definitely clear your confusion between these two-wheelers.

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP vs KTM 450 SX-F Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	CB1000 Hornet SP	450 SX-F
Price	₹ 13.29 Lakh	₹ 10.25 Lakh
Displacement	1000 CC	449.9 CC
Power	155 bhp @ 11000 rpm	62.1 bhp @ 9500 rpm
Mileage	17 KMPL	_
Top Speed	_	197 kmph

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Engine

Max Power Highest power the engine/motor can produce.	155 bhp @ 11000 rpm	62.1 bhp @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque The highest twisting force the engine generates, which affects acceleration and pulling power.	107 Nm @ 9000 rpm	74 Nm @ 9500 rpm
Battery Type	12 V, 6.3 Ah	Lithium Ion
Compression Ratio Compression ratio is how much the engine squeezes air-fuel before ignition. Higher ratios mean more power; lower ratios improve durability.	11.7:1	13.1:1
Emission Type Pollution level compliance of the engine.	BS6 Phase 2B	BS6 Phase 2
Engine Type Design and working of the two-wheeler's engine.	4-Stroke, 16 Valves, Inline-Four DOHC, Liquid-Cooled	Single cylinder, 4-stroke
Displacement Engine cylinder capacity measured in cc.	1000	449.9
Bore Bore is the diameter of a bike’s engine cylinder. A larger bore allows more fuel-air mix, increasing power and speed.	76 mm	95 mm
No Of Cylinders	4	N/A
Stroke Stroke is the piston’s movement inside the engine cylinder. Longer strokes give more torque, shorter strokes give more speed and higher RPM.	55.1 mm	63.4 mm
Valve Per Cylinder Number of valves in each engine cylinder.	4	N/A
Min Charge	N/A	N/A
Max Charge	N/A	N/A

Speed

Top Speed

N/A

197 Km/h

Tyres & Wheels

Tyre Size	Front : 120/70 - 17, Rear : 180/55 - 17	Front : 80/100 - 21, Rear : 110/90-19
Wheel Size	Front : 17 inch, Rear : 17 inch	N/A
Wheels Type	Alloy	N/A
Tubeless Tyre A tyre without an inner tube, reducing puncture risks and maintaining air longer.	Tubeless	Tubed
Wheelbase The distance from the center of the front wheel to the center of the rear wheel, affecting stability, handling, and riding comfort.	1455 mm	1493 mm

Brakes

Abs (Anti-locking Braking System) Prevents wheel locking during hard braking, improving control and safety.	Dual Channel	null
Braking Type	Dual Channel ABS	N/A
Front Brake Diameter	310 mm	260 mm
Rear Brake Diameter	240 mm	220 mm

Fuel

Fuel Type	Petrol	N/A
Fuel Capacity	17 L	7.2 L
Fuel Reserve	3.7 L	N/A

Body

Frame The main structure holding the bike together.	Double Beam	Central double-cradle-type 25CrMo4
Ground Clearance Distance between the bike’s lowest part and the ground.	135 mm	343 mm
Height	1085 mm	N/A
Kerb Weight Bike’s weight with fuel and fluids.	212 Kg	107 Kg
Length	2140 mm	N/A
Passenger Backrest A support accessory for the passenger’s back.	No	N/A
Passenger Footrest A component which support foots of the passenger.	Yes	N/A
Seat Height Distance from the ground to the seat.	809 mm	958 mm
Width	790 mm	N/A

Electrical Accessories

Mobile Connectivity

A feature to connect your phone to the two-wheeler's system.

Yes

N/A

Switches & Controls

Riding Modes Different settings (e.g., Sport, Eco, Rain) that adjust performance and power delivery.	Sport, Standard, Rain, User 1 and User 2	N/A
Starting The method to start the bike (e.g., electric start, kick start, or both).	Self Start	N/A
Engine Kill Switch A button to instantly turn off the engine for safety and convenience.	Yes	N/A
Traction Control A system that prevents wheel slip by adjusting power during acceleration on slippery surfaces.	N/A	Yes

Meter

Fuel Gauge Indicates the current fuel level in the tank.	Digital	N/A
Instrument Console The main dashboard displaying speed, fuel, engine stats, and warnings.	Digital	N/A
Odometer Measures and records the total distance the bike has traveled since new.	Digital	N/A
Speedometer Displays the current speed of the bike in km/h or mph.	Digital	N/A
Tripmeter Tracks specific trip distances separately from the odometer, useful for measuring short rides.	V	N/A
Techometer	Digital	N/A
Clock	Yes	N/A
Low Battery Indicator Warns when the battery charge is low and may need recharging or replacement.	Yes	N/A
Low Oil Indicator Alerts when engine oil is low, preventing damage and ensuring smooth performance.	Yes	N/A

Clutch & Gear

Clutch A device that connects and disconnects the engine from the wheels for smooth gear shifts.	Assist And Slipper Clutch	Wet multi-disc DDS-clutch, Brembo hydraulics
Gear Box	6 Speed	5 Speed

Lights

Head Light	LED	N/A
Tail Light	LED	N/A
Drls	Yes	N/A
Turn Signal Lamp Flashing lights on a two-wheeler that indicate the rider's turning or lane-changing direction.	LED	N/A
Low Fuel Indicator A warning light when fuel is low.	Yes	N/A

Battery

Battery Capacity

Total energy the battery can store.

N/A

12.8V 2Ah

Shockers

Suspension Front	SHOWA SFF-BP™ Forks	WP XACT-USD, Ø 48 mm
Suspension Rear	Monoshock	WP XACT Monoshock with linkage

Others

Additional Features	Torque Control	N/A
Navigation A feature that provides turn-by-turn directions on the two-wheeler display or connected device.	Yes	N/A
Mobile Application A companion app to monitor bike stats, location, and settings.	Yes	N/A
Call Sms Alerts Notifies you of incoming calls or messages on the bike’s screen.	Yes	N/A