Kawasaki KLX450R: review, history, specs

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Kawasaki KLX450
Manufacturer
Also called KLX 450R, KLX450R, KLX 450 R, KLX 450
Production 2008 - 2019
Class Enduro
Engine
single cylinder, four-stroke
Bore / Stroke 96.0mm x 62.1mm
Compression ratio 12.0:1
Fuel System Carburettor: Keihin FCR-MX40
Air Filter K&N KA-4408 `08-11[1]
Ignition dc-cdi
Spark Plug NGK CPR8EB-9 '08
Transmission Gear box: 5-Speed

Final Drive: chain

Clutch: wet multi-disc, manual
Final Drive Chain: 520x114 ‘08-10[2]
Front Sprocket 13T ‘08-10[2]
Rear Sprocket 50T ‘08-10[2]
Suspension Front: usd air oil separate systems cartridge-type telescopic fork with 22-way compression and 18-way rebound damping adjustment
Rear: new uni-trak with gas-charged shock absorber which features adjustable spring preload, 22-way rebound and 22-way (low speed) compression damping and 2 turns or more of high speed compression adjustment.
Brakes Front: double disc
Rear: single disc
Front Tire 80/100-21
Rear Tire 120/90-18
Wheelbase 58.27 inches (1480 mm)
Length 87.4 inches (2220 mm)
Width 33.86 inches (860 mm)
Height 49.21 inches (1250 mm)
Seat Height 36.81 inches (935 mm)
Weight 992.08 pounds (450.0 Kg) (dry), 126.0 kg (wet)
Oil Filter K&N KN-112
Recommended Oil K-tech 10W-40
Fuel Capacity 2.11 Gallon (8.00 Liters)
Manuals File:2015 Kawasaki KLX450R owners manual.pdf
More Manuals

The Kawasaki KLX450R was a single cylinder, four-stroke Enduro motorcycle produced by Kawasaki between 2008 and 2019.

Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a liquid cooled single cylinder, four-stroke. A 96.0mm bore x 62.1mm stroke result in a displacement of just 449.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a double overhead cams/twin cam (dohc).

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 5-Speed transmission. Power was moderated via the wet multi-disc, manual.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 80/100-21 front tire and a 120/90-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via double disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The front suspension was a usd air oil separate systems cartridge-type telescopic fork with 22-way compression and 18-way rebound damping adjustment while the rear was equipped with a new uni-trak with gas-charged shock absorber which features adjustable spring preload, 22-way rebound and 22-way (low speed) compression damping and 2 turns or more of high speed compression adjustment.. The KLX450R was fitted with a 2.11 Gallon (8.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 992.08 pounds (450.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 58.27 inches (1480 mm) long.


2008[edit | edit source]

2008 Kawasaki KLX450R
2008 Kawasaki KLX450R left side
2008 Kawasaki KLX450R right side
2008 Kawasaki KLX450R frame
2008 Kawasaki KLX450R engine



2008 Kawasaki KLX450R[edit | edit source]

The 2007 Kawasaki KLX450R can be considered a large-displacement off-road motorcycle. With a 449cc single-cylinder 4-stroke engine, is is one of the biggest bikes created for both leisure and racing across rough terrain, being suitable for cross-country and dirt racing, alike.

The fork of the 2007 KLX450R sports a mixed, air and oil system with separate chambers, providing a smoother and more dependable shock damping, while the Uni-Track rear unit keeps traction to a max. The kickstart is backed up by a convenient electric system, while headlight and a tail/ brake light provide a good basis for transforming this bike into a street-legal one. Petal brake rotors keep pads clean form mud and provide confident stopping force, while the compact and comprehensive digital instrument cluster offers critical riding data at a glance.


2009 Kawasaki KLX450R[edit | edit source]

The 2008 Kawasaki KLX450R is an off-road and trail motorcycle which can be relatively easy transformed into a street-legal machine. Unlike other off-road machines, the 2008 KLX450R comes with an industry-standard headlight and a tail/ brake light, as well. All one needs to add are blinkers and a license plate, provided all homologation goes well.

This bike is loaded with a lot of nifty features such as an electric start, fully-digital comprehensive and compact, easy-to-read instrumentation, while the 5-speed gearbox ensures easy tackling of pretty much any terrain. Couple all this with the adjustable suspensions and you get a bike which can literally go everywhere, if ridden skillfully.


2010 Kawasaki KLX450R[edit | edit source]

The 2009 Kawasaki KLX450R is a bike which can provide extraordinary fun for the skilled rider. It has been developed and an off-road and trail motorcycle, but minor modification can make it street-legal, too. With Kawasaki loading an industry-standard headlight in the front end and a tail/ brake light in the rear mud guard,all you need is turn signals and a license plate, and you can ride the 2009 Kawasaki KLX450R straight from home to the wild place, no van or pickup needed.

This bike comes with fully-digital instrumentation, an electric start backed up by a kick lever, petal brake rotors for both dependable stopping force and keeping the pads free from mud and dirt, while sporting a generous ground clearance to effortlessly make it past the obstacles. Adjustable suspensions for both front and rear provide great traction and excellent shock damping for a smooth less fatiguing ride from dusk till dawn.


2011 Kawasaki KLX450R[edit | edit source]

The 2010 Kawasaki KLX450R is a powerful off-road and trail motorcycle which can take you anywhere, provided your skills are up to the task. Loaded with a 449cc engine inside a sturdy and light frame, the 2010 KLX450R is one of the best trail beasts out there.

It packs a lot of punch and a generous ground clearance to effortlessly make it past the roughest of terrains, while the adjustable suspensions deliver smooth shock damping and excellent traction. The petal rotors help fending off mud form the brake pads and this adds to the overall confidence.

Designed mainly for off-road/ trail or dirt racing, the 2010 Kawasaki KLX450R also boasts true dual-sport potential: you could get a street bike homologation if you install blinkers and a license plate holder. With headlight and rear-fender brake/ tail light already in place, you could transform your 2010 KLX450R into a street-legal machine to ride to the track and back.


2012 Kawasaki KLX450R[edit | edit source]

The 2011 Kawasaki KLX450R is a trail/ off-road bike which can also be used for dirt or motocross racing. Its powerful 449cc engine produces a heap of torque throughout the whole rpm range so it can be used for pretty much any fun or sporty activity involving the absence of asphalt.

However, given the fact that it already comes with a headlight and rear fender brake/ tail light, adding blinkers and a license plate holder could get you a road homologation and transform the bike into a real dual-sport one

Adjustable suspensions for both front and rear make sure the bike can be easily set up for a variety of surfaces and riders, while still offering excellent traction and comfort. A fully-digital instrument cluster offers easy-to-read data while the 5-gear transmission and lightweight construction provide good handling and top-notch steering.


2013 Kawasaki KLX450R[edit | edit source]

2013 Kawasaki KLX450R

For the 2012 KLX450R model, Kawasaki have retained all the feature which have made so many off-road riders enjoy this bike. The 2012 Kawasaki KLX450R comes with the gritty and responsive 449cc single-cylinder engine which provides dependable thrust across the whole rpm range, perfect for off-road and motocross, while providing excellent trail and cross-country capabilities, as well.

Adjustable suspensions for both front and rear make sure the bike can be easily set up for a variety of surfaces and riders, while still offering excellent traction and comfort. A fully-digital instrument cluster offers easy-to-read data while the 5-gear transmission and lightweight construction provide good handling and top-notch steering. Given the already installed headlight and rear-fender tail/ brake light, all that's needed for a street-legal homologation for 2012 Kawasaki KLX450R are blinkers and a license plate holder.


2018 Kawasaki KLX450R[edit | edit source]

The 2018 Kawasaki KLX 450R has a superior four-stroke engine with enhanced power distribution and high performance at low and medium speed, 5-speed transmission, wide seat, electric starter motor, chassis, using only the latest achievements of modern technology.

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References[edit | edit source]

  1. 2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog. K&L Supply Co. 2019. 
  2. 2.0 2.1 2.2 2019 Western Power Sports Catalog. Western Power Sports. 2019.