KTM 450 SX-F vs Triumph Speed Twin 900

Last Updated: October 20, 2026

Triumph Speed Twin 900 price starts at Rs. 9.71 Lakh, which is Rs. 53,800 cheaper than the base variant of KTM 450 SX-F, priced at Rs. 10.25 Lakh. On the performance front, the 450 SX-F uses a 449.9cc engine producing 62.96 PS @ 9500 rpm and the Speed Twin 900 a 900cc engine producing 65 PS @ 7500 rpm. If you're deciding between the 450 SX-F and Speed Twin 900, the 450 SX-F is the better pick for a lighter kerb weight, while the Speed Twin 900 stands out for affordability.

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450 SX-F vs Speed Twin 900 Comparison Summary

Specification KTM 450 SX-FTriumph Speed Twin 900
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 10.25 LakhRs. 9.71 Lakh
Mileage Not Available25 kmpl
Engine 449.9 cc900 cc
Max power 62.96 PS @ 9500 rpm65 PS @ 7500 rpm
Kerb weight 107 Kg216 Kg

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Basic Info KTM 450 SX-F STDTriumph Speed Twin 900 Phantom Black Aurum Gold
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Brand Name KTM Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 10.25 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 9.71 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke Liquid-cooled parallel twin, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° firing order
Max Power 62.96 PS @ 9500 rpm 65 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 450 SX-F Colors
Triumph Speed Twin 900 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-482.6 mm Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Not Available
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Not Available Digital
EMI
Rs. 28,067 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 26,594 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance 450 SX-F Insurance Speed Twin 900 Insurance
Brochure
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N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
197 kmph
180 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke
Liquid-cooled parallel twin, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° firing order
Engine Displacement
449.9 cc
900 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
62.96 PS @ 9500 rpm
65 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
74 Nm @ 9500 rpm
80 Nm @ 3800 rpm
Bore
95 mm
84.6 mm
Stroke
63.4 mm
80 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Carburetor
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Keihin EMS
Not Available
Compression Ratio
13.1:1
11:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
25 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Wp Xact Usd, Ø 48 mm, Travel - 310 mm
Ø 43mm upside-down Marzocchi forks, 120 mm wheel travel
Suspension-Rear
Wp Xact Monoshock With Linkage, Travel - 300 mm
Twin Marzocchi RSUs with external reservoirs and adjustable preload, 116 mm wheel travel

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
15 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
15 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
15 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
15 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-80/100-21, Rear :-110/90-19
Front :-100/90-18,Rear :-150/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-482.6 mm
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Not Available

Dry Weight
102.6 Kg
Not Available
Seat height
958 mm
780 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
1.9 L
Not Available
Wheelbase
1493 mm
1435 mm
Ground Clearance
343 mm
Not Available
Height
Not Available
1115 mm
Width
Not Available
777 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
7.2 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
107 Kg
216 Kg
Tail Light
Not Available
LED
Front Brake Size
260 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
255 mm

Battery Type
Li-ion
Not Available
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
Not Available
LED
Battery Capacity
12.8V / 2AH
Not Available

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Central Double Cradle Type 25CrMo4 (Subframe - Aluminium reinforced Polyamide)
Tubular steel, with steel cradles
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Road
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Launch Control
Yes
Not Available
Handlebar type
Neken, Aluminum
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Scrambler Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Not Available
Digital
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Not Available
Digital
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Not Available
Digital
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 50,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
50000
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
KTM 450 SX-F
  • The KTM 450 SX-F is a motocross bike, and is the most premium offering by KTM in that segment. Even though it is a four-stroke bike, it is not road legal as it is designed only for competition use.
Triumph Speed Twin 900
  • Timeless design; Punchy, torquey motor; Packs decent hardware and electronics for the price
Triumph Speed Twin 900
  • Lacks a sixth gear; Limited dealership network; Spares and service costs are on the higher side
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KTM 450 SX-F Vs Triumph Speed Twin 900 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper KTM 450 SX-F vs Triumph Speed Twin 900?
The Triumph Speed Twin 900 is cheaper than KTM 450 SX-F by ₹53,800.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 450 SX-F vs Triumph Speed Twin 900?
For the STD version, 449.9 cc Petrol engine of 450 SX-F produces 62.96 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 74 Nm @ 9500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Phantom Black Aurum Gold version, 900 cc Petrol engine of Speed Twin 900 produces 65 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 80 Nm @ 3800 rpm of torque

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