Built around Highland's super motard motorcycle platform, the 2011 Highland 450cc Supermoto features a 449 cc (27.4 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration.
Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 899 mm (35.4 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,455 mm (57.3 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 7.5-liter (2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Standover Height
899 mm (35.4 in)
Engine
Displacement449.0 ccm (27.40 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. EFI, fully adjustable
IgnitionDigital, coil on plug
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
ClutchWet, multidisk
Driveline6-speed constant mesh
Chassis
Frame TypeHyTens stainless steel
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Front Travel300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear SuspensionPDS
Wheelbase1455 mm (57.3 inches)
Ground Clearance305 mm (12.0 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-16.5
Rear Tyre160/70-17
Front BrakesSingle disc. 6-piston calipers
Front Brake Ø310 mm (12.2 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Single piston clipers
Rear Brake Ø221 mm (8.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height899 mm (35.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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