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G 450 X
Overview
What makes the G 450 X so unique? It's the way it's engineered. Quite simply, there is technology on this machine that is totally revolutionary. First off, the countershaft sprocket and swingarm are on the same pivot, which keeps chain tension uniform at all times for better power delivery. The clutch is smaller and mounted directly on the crankshaft which means less heat and stress on the plate. A feisty, fuel injected, easy-starting engine that's mounted forward in a stainless steel, cradle-less frame puts serious, power to the ground, while an extra-long swingarm creates unstoppable traction. Add a gas tank under the seat for a lower center of gravity, no linkage Ohlin's shock, and a forward-mounted airbox, and this is a 450 cc thumper that stands alone as the most original machine to hit the dirt in years.
Features
Engine Type: Water-cooled, single-cylinder tilted forward, 4-stroke, four Titanium valves, two overhead camshafts, dry sump lubrication
Bore x stroke: 98 mm x 59 mm
Capacity: 449 cc
Rated output: Homologated for road use: 41 hp (30 kW) at 7,000 rpm; open version (with standard silencer): 52 hp (38 kW) at 9,000 rpm
Max. torque: Homologated for road use: 31.7 ft-lb (43 Nm) at 6,500 rpm; open version with standard silencer: 32.4 ft-lb (44 Nm) at 7,800 rpm
Compression ratio: 12.0 :1
Mixture control / engine management: Electronic intake pipe injection / Keihin digital engine management with overrun fuel cut-off
Emission control: Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter
Performance / fuel consumption
Maximum speed: approx. 90 mph (145 km/h)
Fuel type: Unleaded Premium
Electrical system
Alternator: three-phase alternator 280 W
Battery: 12 Volts 7 Amps/hour, maintenance free
Power transmission
Clutch: Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, mechanically operated; primary clutch (sits directly on the crankshaft)
Gearbox: Constant mesh 5-speed gearbox integrated into crankcase
Drive: O-ring chain
Chassis / brakes
Frame: Bridge-type frame made of stainless steel tubing
Front wheel location / suspension: UPSD fork 45 mm
Rear wheel location / suspension: Direct Mounted Ohlins Shock
Suspension travel front / rear 11.8 inches / 12.6 inches
Wheelbase: 58.0 inches (1475 mm)
Steering head angle: 61.8°
Rim, front 1.60 x 21 wire spoke
Rim, rear 2.15 x 18 wire spoke
Tyres, front: 90/90 x 21
Tyres, rear: 140/80 x 18
Brake, front: Brembo 2 piston floating caliper
Brake, rear: Brembo single piston floating caliper
Dimensions / weights
Length: 86.6 inches (2200 mm)
Width (incl. mirrors): 31.7 inches (806 mm)
Height (excl. mirrors): 58 inches (1475 mm)
Seat height, unladen weight: 37.5 inches (955 mm)
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled 1) 267 lbs. (121 kg) excluding accessories
Dry weight 2) 245 lbs. (111 kg) excluding accessories
Permitted total weight: 617 lbs. (280 kg) GVWR
Payload (with standard equipment): 351 lbs. (159 kg)
Usable tank volume: 1.8 US gallons (8 liters)
Reserve: approx. 0.2 gallon (0.75 liter)
Technical data relate to the unladen weight (DIN) 1) According to guideline 93/93/EWG with all fluids, fuelled with at least 90% of usable tank volume 2) Unladen weight without fluids