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The BMW G 450 X - on sale in Australia from September 20 - comes ready to race direct from the factory and the German manufacturer says it will deliver ultimate performance for racing or the enthusiast enduro rider.

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Eissions are kept under control with the latest generation fuel injection and with a computer-controlled three-way catalytic converter in the G 450 X.

With the same frame and swing out arm layout as the G 650 X, the new compact bike will be lighter, and should have improved off-road traction.

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