ID # 28051145

2023 Kawasaki KX450

Location:
Blackstock Motorsports

Dealer Price $11,599 CAD

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With more Supercross and Motocross championships than any other manufacturer, the KX name is synonymous with winning. The KX450 motorcycle represents the flagship of the KX lineup, built with the sole purpose of dominating the track. Over the past four decades, we’ve learned what it takes to win and stay on top. Our dedication to building the ultimate machine is undeniable, and the KX450 represents this to the fullest.

FEATURING

POWERFUL 449cc 4-STROKE ENGINE
ELECTRIC START
RACE-READY SHOWA SUSPENSION

ADDITIONAL VEHICLE FEATURES

Finger-follower valve actuation
Coned disc-spring hydraulic clutch
Factory-style Launch Control Mode
Setting-adjustable motocross ECU
Slim aluminum perimeter frame
ERGO-FIT adjustable handlebar and footpeg positions
Factory-style Renthal Fatbar

Specifications

Model

KX

Category Name

Motorcycles

Year

2023

Sale Type

New

Manufacturer

Kawasaki

Color

LIME GREEN

Province

Ontario

power

Clutch

Wet multi-disc, manual

Engine

449cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC 4-valve single

Ignition

Digital DC-CDI

Starting

Electric

Final Drive

Chain

Fuel System

Fuel injection: ø44 mm x 1

Lubrication

Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump

Transmission

5-speed, return

Bore X Stroke

96.0 x 62.1 mm

Compression Ratio

12.5:1

details

Wheelbase

1,485 mm (58.5 in)

Curb Mass**

110.4 kg (243 lb)

Seat Height

955 mm (37.6 in)

Fuel Capacity

6.2 litres

Road Clearance

340 mm (13.4 in)

Mass Without Fuel

105.8 kg (233 lb)

Dimensions (L X W X H)

2,185 x 820 x 1,265 mm (86.0 x 32.3 x 49.8 in)

technology

Engine Management Technology

LAUNCH CONTROL MODE

In motocross racing, getting a good start is critical. A few tenths of a second can make the difference between getting the holeshot or not. In slippery conditions, getting the maximum drive from a motocrosser requires precise control of the both the clutch and throttle.

Launch Control Mode helps riders get a good start by complementing high-level technique with engine management. Featured on a mass-production motocrosser for the first time on the Kawasaki KX450F, the system activates a separate engine map designed to get a more efficient start off the line. The system is designed to the same specifications as that used by our factory racers competing in the AMA Supercross and Motocross championships.

Launch Control Mode is activated simply by pressing the button on the handlebar. The Launch Control map slightly retards ignition timing to help tame the engine's strong torque and reduce wheel spin off the start. Launch Control Mode is only active in the first two gears after the launch, disengaging and returning to the standard engine map automatically once the rider shifts into third gear. The system gives riders a great advantage when lining up at the gate and puts them in a better position to win.

Chassis Management Technology

ERGO-FIT

Proper fit is key for rider comfort and control. However, the ideal fit varies from rider to rider, depending on their physical dimensions and riding style.

ERGO-FIT is an interface system designed to allow riders to find their ideal riding position. Various points of the chassis interface (the handlebar, footpegs and seat, etc.) can be adjusted through a combination of interchangeable parts and parts with adjustable positions. This enables a wide range of riders to find a riding position that offers both comfort and control. Feeling at one with their machine, they will be able to experience how Kawasaki machines are fun and rewarding to ride.

*Adjustable parts and their range of adjustability vary by model.

performance

Frame

Perimeter, aluminum

Rear Tire

120/80-19 63M

Front Tire

80/100-21 51M

Rear Brake

ø250 mm petal disc with single-piston caliper

Front Brake

Semi-floating ø270 mm petal disc with dual-piston caliper

Rake / Trail

27.6° / 122 mm

Steering Angle (L/R)

42° / 42°

Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel

New Uni Trak with adjustable dual-range (high/low-speed) compression damping, adjustable rebound damping and adjustable spring preload / 307 mm (12.1 in)

Front Suspension / Wheel Travel

ø49 mm inverted fork with adjustable compression and rebound damping / 305 mm (12.0 in)

top features

FACTORY-STYLE ENGINE COMPONENTS AND TUNING

Recognized as the most powerful motocrosser in the paddock, the KX450 boasts innovative engine technology inspired by Kawasaki’s race machines. Features like finger-follower valve actuation and a bridged-box bottom piston that contribute to its lofty performance are backed by electric start and a hydraulic clutch, further elevating its race-winning potential.

FACTORY-STYLE CHASSIS COMPONENTS AND TUNING

Trimmed of all unnecessary material, this is the leanest KX450 chassis to date. Frame, suspension, brakes and ergonomics have all been optimized to make the KX450 even better equipped to turn quick lap times.