2025 KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA vs HONDA CB500XA

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Technical score (estimate)

Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.

Top on paper
2025 KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA
53.6 pts
HONDA CB500XA
46.4 pts

Usage fit (estimate)

Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.

City / commute

Best fit here
2025 KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA
90.1 pts
HONDA CB500XA
16.1 pts

Touring / long rides

2025 KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA
23.4 pts
Best fit here
HONDA CB500XA
97.4 pts

Sporty riding

2025 KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA
15.1 pts
Best fit here
HONDA CB500XA
89.1 pts

New rider friendly

Best fit here
2025 KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA
87.5 pts
HONDA CB500XA
13.5 pts

Seat height (cm)

Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.

  • HONDA CB500XA 83 cm

Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).

Auto summary from specs

Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.

  • Weight spans 140 kg (2025 KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA) to 199 kg (HONDA CB500XA).
  • Displacement spans 450 cc (2025 KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA) to 500 cc (HONDA CB500XA).
Specification 2025 KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA HONDA CB500XA
Brand KTM HONDA
Model 2025 KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA HONDA CB500XA
Engine size 450cc 500cc
Power 0hp 47hp
Torque 0nm. 43nm.
Cylinders / valves Single cylinder, 4 valves Twin cylinder, 8 valves
Weight 140kg 199kg
Front brake 300 mm Dual 310 mm x 5 mm disc with Nissin axial-mount two piston calipers
Rear brake 240 mm 240 mm x 5 mm disc with single piston caliper
Seat height (cm) 0cm 83cm
Front tyre - 110/80R19M/C
Rear tyre - 160/60ZR-17M/C
Cooling Liquid cooling Liquid cooling
Front suspension 304 mm Showa 41mm SFF-BP USD forks
Rear suspension 280 mm Prolink mono with 5 stage pre-load adjuster, Steel hollow cross swingarm
Motorcycle type Adventure Adventure
Top speed 160km/h 188km/h
Fuel capacity / consumption 35 L – 5 L/100km 17.7 L – 4 L/100km
Service network
Service quality
Parts availability
Price Price not listed. $7399
Brand price lists View KTM price list View HONDA price list
Extra features

REAR SUBFRAME DESIGN
Self-supporting plastic tank

WHEELS

Spoked wheels with aluminium rims

LUBRICATION

Forced oil lubrication with 2 oil pumps

-The slipper/assist clutch

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2025 KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA vs 2023 HONDA CB500XA: listed specifications

The 2025 KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA and 2023 HONDA CB500XA differ on the listed specifications: the 450 RALLY REPLICA has a lower listed weight, and the CB500XA has more displacement, and the higher listed top speed.

Engine displacement

CB500XA has a larger listed engine displacement (500 cc vs 450 cc).

Listed top speed

CB500XA has a clear listed top-speed advantage (188 km/h vs 160 km/h).

Cooling

Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.

Weight and seat height

450 RALLY REPLICA is notably lighter on the listed weight (140 kg vs 199 kg).

Conclusion

The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, listed top speed and weight.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of 2025 KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA vs HONDA CB500XA?

HONDA CB500XA is listed at 188 km/h (117 mph) vs 160 km/h (99 mph) for 2025 KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA.

Which is lighter, 2025 KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA or HONDA CB500XA?

2025 KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA is lighter at 140 kg vs 199 kg for HONDA CB500XA.

Which is better, 2025 KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA or HONDA CB500XA?

It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.