CFMOTO 450MT vs KTM 390 SMC R

Verdict

The KTM 390 SMC R wins this comparison narrowly, 68.3 points to 65.7.

The gap of 2.6 points is built mostly in handling and chassis, where the 390 SMC R takes 5.7 points out of the 450MT. Scores are computed within each bike's class from published spec data; the full formula is on the methodology page.

On the road the 390 SMC R is the quicker machine: 45 hp and 39 Nm moving 161 kg, against 42 hp and 44 Nm moving 175 kg for the 450MT. That is 0.28 hp per kilo playing 0.24.

The 450MT costs €6,499, which leaves €500 in your pocket against the 390 SMC R at €6,999. Service intervals run 5,000 km on the 450MT and 10,000 km on the 390 SMC R.

Frequently asked

Which is faster, the CFMOTO 450MT or the KTM 390 SMC R?

The KTM 390 SMC R. It carries 0.28 hp per kilo (45 hp, 161 kg wet) against 0.24 hp per kilo for the CFMOTO 450MT (42 hp, 175 kg).

Is the CFMOTO 450MT cheaper than the KTM 390 SMC R?

The CFMOTO 450MT is cheaper at €6,499 list, €500 less than the KTM 390 SMC R at €6,999.

Which is better for shorter riders?

The CFMOTO 450MT. Its 820 mm seat is 40 mm lower than the KTM 390 SMC R, and at 175 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.

Which has better technology, the 450MT or the 390 SMC R?

The KTM 390 SMC R, which scores 8.3 of 10 tech points with cornering ABS, a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity. The CFMOTO 450MT counters with a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity.

Which goes further on a tank?

The CFMOTO 450MT: 438 km from its 17.5 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 250 km for the KTM 390 SMC R.

Which bike wins overall?

The KTM 390 SMC R, scoring 68.3 of 100 against 65.7 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.