Husqvarna FE 450 2014

Practical chassis setup for a wide range of uses

Great traction

Precise lines

Low vibration level in the saddle

Robust overall appearance

Very practical details

Low weight

Great ergonomics in the saddle

Plenty of room to move on the bike

High-quality chassis

Very powerful and rev-happy engine - will make sporty riders happy

Very great performance on steep slopes - good traction, surprisingly low tendency to wheelie

Plastics in the boot area quickly look very worn

prices are normally always a matter of opinion - in this case, however, the whole range seems good but expensive across the board

the recessed grip on the seat is too far forward

stand has to be folded out somewhat fiddly

Sufficient power, dosability

On the special stage, she is defeated by the 350cc

Strong motor forgives switching errors

wide range of applications

can do a lot, but is not suitable for permanent hard enduro use

lots of power but still easy to drive

superior handling in almost every situation

not nervous, not tippy, stable but manageable enough

high build quality

mature concept, proven thousands of times over

Slower than a 350 or a two-stroke on the special stage

After the crash you are reminded of the extra pounds compared to 350s - if you have to pick them up