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MotoLibrary Score
55/100Balanced
Power/Weight
0.62 hp/kg
Engine
450 ccm
Technical Overview
2021 Husqvarna FC 450 Rock Star Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
At the heart of the 2021 Husqvarna FC 450 Rock Star cross - motocross motorcycle, Husqvarna relies on a 449.9 cc (27.5 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 63 HP (46 kW), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 140 HP per liter, the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.
On the scales, the FC 450 Rock Star measures 101 kg (223 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.62 HP/kg (1.6 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 950 mm (37.4 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,485 mm (58.5 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 7-liter (1.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
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