If you want to mix high speeds with the experience offered by riding on off-road terrains, then you should take a spin with the Can-Am DS 450 X mx – a capable off roader that can deal great with anything you throw at it.
It is equipped with a set of rugged shocks which allow you to adjust the ATV to fit a wide range of terrains and riding styles. Apart from the adjustable shocks, the Can-AM DS 450 X mx also gives you the possibility to adjust the length of the rear axle.
As far as tires are concerned, the ATV rides on high-performance, 20-in ITP QuadCross MX Pro tires up front mounted on 10-in black, aluminum ITP T-9 wheels and rear 18 in tires paired with 8-in black, aluminum ITP T-9 beadlock wheels.
Power comes from a single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC 4-valve engine with a displacement of 449.3 cc.
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2014 Can-Am DS 450 X mx
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- Model: 2014 Can-Am DS 450 X mx
- Engine/Motor: Single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC 4-valve head with high-flow “Durchzugskraft” design, 38 mm intake valve, 31 mm exhaust valve Nimonic – alloy
- Transmission: 5-speed
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Overview
The DS 450 X mx was built on the lessons learned – and success achieved – from racing multiple pro series.
2014 Can-Am DS 450 X mx Key Base Features:
• Rotax 4-Tec 449 cc, 45.3-hp liquid-cooled engine
• Class-leading power-to-weight ratio
• 5-Speed manual trasmission
• EFI with 46-mm throttle body
• 520 O-ring chain
• Fox Float X Evol front shocks
• Fox Podium X Remote rear shocks
• Adjustable-width hollow rear axle
• ITP Quadcross MX Pro tires
• ITP T-9 Trac-lock beadlock wheels
• 50 in front stance
• Aluminum nerf bars with netted heel guards
• 33" seat height with low profile
• Aluminum nerf bars, skid plates and front bumper
• Extra-strength extended steering stem
2014 Can-Am DS 450 X mx Key Package Features:
• Aluminum Taper-profile handlebar
• X-Package coloration, graphics & seat cover
2014 Can-Am DS 450 X mx Features and Benefits:
Performance:
Industry-leading performance
Engineered to race, the reliable Rotax® 4-TEC 450, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, 4-stroke engine has what it takes to get you first off the starting line and keep you out in front.
Performance engine
The DS 450 is equipped with a 449 cc 4-stroke EFI Rotax engine, offering the largest bore and the largest intake valves from the DOHC 4-valve head, with 97 x 60.8 mm bore and stroke. The EFI uses the largest throttle body and a near-straight intake path.
Performance edge
Every Can-Am is built with a Rotax® engine, featuring best-in-class power and industry leading power-to-weight ratio. Unmatched power provides a performance edge and delivers superior fuel efficiency.
Race-ready transmission
Competition-ready 5-speed manual transmission with foot-shifter and manual clutch lever. Features heavy-duty clutch and 9 friction plates with Direct Link mechanism.
Efficient fuel delivery
The Electronic Fuel Injection system with 46-mm throttle body, 16-bit CPU, and 32-MHz clock speed efficiently delivers fuel to the engine, resulting in more power and reliability.
Heavy-duty chain
Heavy-duty, race-ready O-ring chain can handle the high stress of racing.
Handling:
Precision-engineered handling
Industry-exclusive shocks allow the DS 450 X mx to be easily adjusted to fit any riding style and navigate any terrain.
Racing front suspension
FOX FLOAT X EVOL front shocks feature dual-speed compression, infinitely adjustable air spring, and 10.7 in. (27.2 cm) of travel.
Racing rear suspension
FOX PODIUM X Remote rear shocks feature dual speed compression, rebound and preload adjustments, and 11.1 in. (28.2 cm) of travel.
Adjustable rear axle
Many top motocross pros are choosing to race with a rear width that is slightly narrower than the front-end width. You can too, with the DS 450 X mx Chromoly 4140 adjustable-width hollow axle. Adjustments from 46 in to 50 in are possible with 0.5-in spacers.
High-performance tires
High-performance ITP QuadCross MX Pro tires give maximized traction on track surfaces, especially for blue-grooved. Up front, 20-in ITP QuadCross MX Pro tires mounted on 10-in black, aluminum ITP T-9 wheels. The rear tires are 18 in, on 8-in black, aluminum ITP T-9 beadlock wheels.
Performance wheels
Black aluminum ITP 10x5 T-9 GP front wheels, and black aluminum ITP 8x8 T-9 Trac-lock rear wheels.
Adjustable caster and camber
Plus 2-in. double A-arm with adjustable caster and camber gives a 50 in. (127 cm) front stance.
Design:
Rider-focused design
The low seat height provides a lower center of gravity and racing position, giving you an edge on the track.
Lightweight nerf bars
Straight from the factory, the DS 450 X mx comes complete with lightweight aluminum nerf bars with netted heel guards. If you like, the nerf bars, side extensions, and heel guards can be removed with ease.
Race-inspired seating
Low seat height provides a lower center of gravity and race-ready positioning for aggressive riding.
Factory installed features
Straight from the factory, the DS 450 X xc comes complete with easily removable, lightweight aluminum nerf bars with aluminum heel guards. Comes with a 3-mm full aluminum chassis skid plate and 5-mm full aluminum swing arm skid plate.
Better steering feel
You don’t need an aftermarket stem to get a better feel: a +1-in extra-strength steering stem with anti-vibe mounts comes standard on this model. Mounted to the steering stem is an aluminum 6061-T6 taper-profile handlebar with square racing pad.
Added protection
Comes with wind deflectors and square pad for a premium look and protection from brush and cold.
Sportier look
Coloration, graphics, and seat cover exclusive to the X package give your ride a sportier look.
Specifications
ENGINE TYPE |
Single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC 4-valve head with high-flow “Durchzugskraft” design, 38 mm intake valve, 31 mm exhaust valve Nimonic – alloy |
DISPLACEMENT |
449.3 cc |
BORE & STROKE |
97 x 60.8 mm |
EFI SYSTEM / CARBURETOR |
46 mm Throttle Body, 16 bit / 32 MHz CPU |
STARTING SYSTEM |
Electric |
TRANSMISSION |
5-speed manual / heavy-duty clutch, 9 friction plates with DirectLink mechanism |
DRIVE TRAIN |
520 O-ring high capacity chain, aluminum sproket hub, aluminum sprocket, rigid axle |
FRAME |
ALTEC dual-pyramidal aluminum |
FRONT SUSPENSION TYPE / SHOCKS* |
R-Type forged-aluminum Double A-arm KYB† HPG piggyback shocks with compression, rebound and preload adjustments |
FRONT SUSPENSION TRAVEL* |
9.5 in. (24.1 cm) |
REAR SUSPENSION TYPE / SHOCKS* |
R-Type cast-aluminum swingarm Chromoly hollow rear axle KYB HPG piggyback shocks with compression, rebound and preload adjustments |
REAR SUSPENSION TRAVEL |
* 10.5 in. (26.7 cm) |
FRONT BRAKE |
Dual 182 mm discs with inverted twin-piston calipers |
REAR BRAKE |
198 mm rotor with single piston caliper |
TIRES / FRONT* |
ITP Holeshot† SR |
21 x 7R-10 in. (53.3 x 17.8R-25.4 cm) |
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TIRES / REAR* |
ITP Holeshot SR |
20 x 10R-9 in. (50.8 x 25.4R-22.9 cm) |
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WHEELS* |
Polished-aluminum |
DRY WEIGHT* |
349 lb (158.3 kg) |
L X W X H (IN)* |
72.4 x 46 x 41.9 in. |
L X W X H (CM)* |
183.9 x 116.8 x 106.4 cm |
WHEELBASE |
50 in. (126.7 cm) |
SEAT HEIGHT* |
33 in. (83.1 cm) |
GROUND CLEARANCE* |
9 in. (22.9 cm) under frame |
5.2 in. (13.2 cm) under rear axle |
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FUEL CAPACITY |
3 gal (11.5 L) |
INSTRUMENTATION* |
Low fuel, check engine, neutral |
LIGHTING |
Dual removable headlights (35-W) |
PACKAGE FEATURES |
• + 2 in. Double A-arm with adjustable caster and camber give a 50 in. (127 cm) front stance |
• FOX FLOAT† X EVOL† front shocks with dual-speed compression and infinitely adjustable air spring and 10.7 in. (27.2 cm) of travel |
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• FOX† PODIUM† X remote rear shock with dual speed compression, rebound and preload adjustments and 11.1 in. (28.2 cm) of travel |
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• Adjustable-width hollow rear axle from 46 in. (117 cm) to 50 in. (127 cm) by increments of 0.5 in. (1.27 cm) per spacer |
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• 7 in. (17.9 cm) factory-set ride height (175-lb rider) |
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• Black aluminum ITP† 10 x 5 T-9 GP front wheels |
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• Black aluminum ITP† 8 x 8 T-9 Trac-lock (beadlock) rear wheels |
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• 20 x 6-10 ITP QuadCross† MX PRO front tires |
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• 18 x 10-8 ITP QuadCross† MX PRO rear tires |
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• Extra-strength extended 1 in. (2.54 cm) steering stem with anti-vibe mounts |
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• Aluminum 6061-T6 taper-profile handlebar with square pad |
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• Aluminum front bumper, number plate ready |
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• Lightweight aluminum nerf bars with netted heel guards |
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• X package coloration, graphics and seat cover |
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AVAILABLE COLOR |
Yellow & Black |
FACTORY WARRANTY |
6 months limited warranty |
EXTENDED WARRANTY |
B.E.S.T. available from 12 to 36 months |
PRICE |
$9,699 |
*Base Model Specification