KTM 450 SX-F 2016 Reviews

Life long Honda guy, first time KTM.  Vet rider.  I love this bike and it is one of better I have ever owned.  Currently have around 82 hours on it. 

Best Elements - Handling, turning, Air filter w/ no tools, Electric Start!!!, powerband, BRAKES, CLUTCH, overall durability, smart engineering all the way around, mold in plastics, great feel, overall plastics durability, ODI grips, rear suspension. 

Ok elements - 1) front suspension (can be a little harsh on big doubles or triples), 2) cold start batter issues.  Before I followed the proper procedures, I did drain the battery and had to jump the bike.  It would be nice if there was an easier way to jump it in cold weather.  Since I learned the proper procedure, I have not had an issue.  However it can take 5 to 10 of the 30 second cycles.  My sons 2014 FC250 fires up no matter the condition, of course with a heavier battery. 3) I would like a little more low end - probably should just go up a tooth on rear sprocket.  

Issues - The rub issue on the outside of the lower radiators where the black plastic connects.  I placed a foam pad there and it seems to have solve the problem.  It would have been nice for the magazines to mention it the test.  battery - above and I lost the axle bolt, which cause the chain to slip and get jammed.  

At 80 hours plus, the motor seems fine and does not appear to need any maintenance. 

Best bike i've ever owned after my 350 .Love it so much!

Great bike with suspension softened for my weight and ability

Handles awesome. Im still trying to figure out suspention for off road. Not a lot of data out there to research. 

most powerful dirt bike I have straddled. demands respect from its rider.