22 450SXF or 22 FC450

Loopy
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Help me out guys. The dealer has both bikes at a sweet deal. Sat on both. I really couldn't tell the difference on the lowered FC. How much different can they really be riding wise. I'm ready to flip a coin.
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Stewyeww 10/5/2021 2:31pm
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Flip a coin, get whichever your hoping it lands.
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Ryan625 10/5/2021 2:38pm
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Which one do you think looks better?
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JOE_SPROCKETS#1 10/5/2021 3:20pm
10/5/2021 3:20pm
I love the fc but that plastic subframe always scared me. Both gnarly bikes!
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captmoto 10/5/2021 3:41pm
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JOE_SPROCKETS#1 wrote:
I love the fc but that plastic subframe always scared me. Both gnarly bikes!
I broke the upper subframe on my 17 FC450 but it took a monster hit to do it. I am an xxl guy but never had any problems until I ate shit hard. It was $213 for a replacement. I don't get the fear. You can replace it bit by bit.
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Brent 10/5/2021 3:51pm
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Get the one where the clutch cover dissipates the heat more...
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Chippy 10/5/2021 4:01pm
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JOE_SPROCKETS#1 wrote:
I love the fc but that plastic subframe always scared me. Both gnarly bikes!
captmoto wrote:
I broke the upper subframe on my 17 FC450 but it took a monster hit to do it. I am an xxl guy but never had...
I broke the upper subframe on my 17 FC450 but it took a monster hit to do it. I am an xxl guy but never had any problems until I ate shit hard. It was $213 for a replacement. I don't get the fear. You can replace it bit by bit.
You're right. So what I did was I compromised and bought a KTM so I wouldn't even need to think about that.
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JOE_SPROCKETS#1 10/5/2021 4:37pm
10/5/2021 4:37pm
JOE_SPROCKETS#1 wrote:
I love the fc but that plastic subframe always scared me. Both gnarly bikes!
captmoto wrote:
I broke the upper subframe on my 17 FC450 but it took a monster hit to do it. I am an xxl guy but never had...
I broke the upper subframe on my 17 FC450 but it took a monster hit to do it. I am an xxl guy but never had any problems until I ate shit hard. It was $213 for a replacement. I don't get the fear. You can replace it bit by bit.
Chippy wrote:
You're right. So what I did was I compromised and bought a KTM so I wouldn't even need to think about that.
I’ve heard stories of not being able to find replacements for the husky as well. Not sure if true though.
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cloud41 10/5/2021 4:48pm
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What is a sweet deal?
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TSCHAM101 10/5/2021 5:01pm
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go say you want to buy one.. and as soon as you go to pay, you will know which one you really wanted..
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seven10 10/5/2021 5:09pm
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cloud41 wrote:
What is a sweet deal?
Yeah what’s the deal
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Matt Fisher 10/5/2021 6:00pm
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The Husky is a bit homely looking, but the "softer" setup is better for the majority of riders. High-end riders might be better off with the more rigid and precise KTM.
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captmoto 10/6/2021 4:03pm
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Chippy wrote:
You're right. So what I did was I compromised and bought a KTM so I wouldn't even need to think about that.
So you are sure you will never take a hard hit that will bend or break your subframe?
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captmoto 10/6/2021 4:05pm
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JOE_SPROCKETS#1 wrote:
I’ve heard stories of not being able to find replacements for the husky as well. Not sure if true though.
All 3 parts to the Husky subframe are in stock at Rocky Mountain right now.
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Bruce372 10/6/2021 6:39pm
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Get both
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Yeti831 10/6/2021 11:03pm
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JOE_SPROCKETS#1 wrote:
I love the fc but that plastic subframe always scared me. Both gnarly bikes!
If I had to choose, ktm because good god those orange frames look great.

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Motofinne 10/7/2021 12:11am
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I'd go with the FC. There is something with them that feels a bit nicer than the KTM.
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viking174 10/7/2021 12:15am
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Do what everyone else does, pick you bike by your favorite rider..whats he riding? 🤣🤣
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ecavaliere 10/7/2021 6:16am
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I’ve had both (21’s) and the KTM is easier to work on the way the plastic fits up. Otherwise it’s a toss up both great bikes!
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erik_94COBRA 10/7/2021 7:26am
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I like the feel of the '19+ Husky better than the '19+ KTM.
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SonofThor32 10/7/2021 8:22am
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There is already too many orange bikes on the track, go white. I have a '22 FC350, it has been fantastic, and the more I look at it, the more I am happy I went with the Husky (it gets sexier the more you look at it). The fit and finish and small details on the bike are art, and out of the crate, there is virtually nothing other than settings needed for my vet skills to call it perfect, it needs nothing. The biggest selling point on the FC was the seat height, I am 5'7".. The lower seat height and better cornering made that decision a lot easier.

My best description of the difference between the two, one looks young, bright, screams look at me, the other looks mature, refined, and mellow, yet they will perform basically the same. If it was a $7K purchase, color and looks would not be as big of a deal, but MSRP+ in 2021, makes you think a little harder for sure.
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TeamGreen 10/7/2021 8:29am
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One is smooth and forgiving and the other is edgier and a little snappier.
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FGR01 10/7/2021 8:56am
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I am partial to the Husky. I have both a 2020 and a 2021 and the shorter suspension of the newer bike is definitely noticeable. The bike corners better and the 25mm lower seat is definitely a plus with my short legs. I'd say inseam less than 32" get the Husky. Over 32", get the KTM.
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seven10 10/7/2021 8:59am
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If you race, the contingency is WAY better for KTM. at the series I race it’s 3x better.
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crc245 10/7/2021 9:07am
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Need a little more info here, Loopy...

Tall, short, young, old, (honest) riding ability, intended application? As much as the platforms are similar, there are positives and negatives with both; understanding their differences should make it an easy decision for you. Either way, congrats on the new bike purchase and keep us updated!
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jonesaustin 10/7/2021 4:16pm
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the new KTMs look incredible. I didn’t realize how much small aesthetic changes could make a difference but it’s super sleek.
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Jake_CR250R 10/8/2021 4:50am
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Stewyeww wrote:
Flip a coin, get whichever your hoping it lands.
To add to this. Flip a coin, say it lands on bike B, and then you go "man I was hoping it was bike A". Then you know what you wanted deep down.
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