Positioned in Arctic's motorcycle lineup, the 2022 Arctic Cat Alterra 450 features a purpose-built liquid-cooled engine configuration. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 89.0 x 71.2 mm (3.5 x 2.8 inches).
On the scales, the Cat Alterra 450 measures 278 kg (613 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 267 mm (10.5 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,210 mm (47.6 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 16-liter (4.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Arctic archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2021 to 2023, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
267 mm (10.5 in)
Engine
Bore x Stroke89.0 x 71.2 mm (3.5 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection. EFI
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
Chassis
Front SuspensionDouble A-Arm
Front Travel190 mm (7.5 inches)
Rear SuspensionDouble A-Arm
Rear Travel190 mm (7.5 inches)
Wheelbase1210 mm (47.6 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre25/8-12
Rear Tyre25/10-12
Front BrakesSingle disc. Hydraulic
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Hydraulic
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight278.0 kg (612.9 pounds)
Seat Height267 mm (10.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
