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The 2005 Kawasaki KX450F is a large dirt and motocross machine, built with serious performance in mind. Definitely not for the beginners, the 2005 KX450F features a powerful 449cc 4-stroke racing-specced engine loaded with titanium valves and a compression release system making it easy to start. | The 2005 Kawasaki KX450F is a large dirt and motocross machine, built with serious performance in mind. Definitely not for the beginners, the 2005 KX450F features a powerful 449cc 4-stroke racing-specced engine loaded with titanium valves and a compression release system making it easy to start. | ||
The | The aluminum frame and narrow-profile bodywork and radiator shrouds add valuable points on the maneuverability. The Kayaba Air-Oil-Separate fork provides excellent damping and countless setup possibilities; together with the fully-adjustable rear shock, the 2005 Kawasaki KX450F can be easily tuned to respond perfectly to almost any rider and riding style, while delivering top-drawer performance on any surface type. | ||
Large petal rotors provide powerful stopping force and help the rider tame this beast. | Large petal rotors provide powerful stopping force and help the rider tame this beast. | ||
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The brake cylinder has also been redesigned to offer better hand lever positioning, helping riders get a better feel of the bike and thus being capable to ride more confidently (read aggressively). | The brake cylinder has also been redesigned to offer better hand lever positioning, helping riders get a better feel of the bike and thus being capable to ride more confidently (read aggressively). | ||
With the weight of the 2006 KX450F still under 100 kg (220 lbs) and a narrow, sturdy | With the weight of the 2006 KX450F still under 100 kg (220 lbs) and a narrow, sturdy aluminum frame, this motorcycle is far more easy to handle than you'd think. The Diamond-Like Carbon coated forks and fully-adjustable suspension system provide excellent damping while the new airbox with mesh arrestor helps offer more torque at low rpm. | ||
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A revised clutch cable boot offers easier adjustability for more convenient setups on the fly, while the Kayaba Air-Oil-Separate fork and rear shock deliver countless setup possibilities for almost any rider, any riding style and any surface. | A revised clutch cable boot offers easier adjustability for more convenient setups on the fly, while the Kayaba Air-Oil-Separate fork and rear shock deliver countless setup possibilities for almost any rider, any riding style and any surface. | ||
The weight of the 2007 KX450F still is under 100 kg (220 lbs) and a narrow, sturdy | The weight of the 2007 KX450F still is under 100 kg (220 lbs) and a narrow, sturdy aluminum frame, this motorcycle is far more easy to handle than you'd think. The Diamond-Like Carbon coated forks and fully-adjustable suspension system provide excellent damping while the new airbox with mesh arrestor helps offer more torque at low rpm. | ||
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[[File:kawasaki-kx450-2013-2013-0.jpg|600px|2013 Kawasaki KX450F]] | [[File:kawasaki-kx450-2013-2013-0.jpg|600px|2013 Kawasaki KX450F]] | ||
For 2012, Kawasaki KX450F receives nifty enhancements. This motocross bike is now loaded with even more factory-inspired components, such as the revised piston and ECU, a new frame, now made from both cast and extruded | For 2012, Kawasaki KX450F receives nifty enhancements. This motocross bike is now loaded with even more factory-inspired components, such as the revised piston and ECU, a new frame, now made from both cast and extruded aluminum elements, a top-drawer fuel injection and pump system, capable to withstand all sorts of racing abuse and a 4-way adjustable handlebar. | ||
The bike sports three standard engine mappings which can be easily switched to by simply connecting the corresponding couplers. However, the KX FI Calibration Kit lets the experienced rider fine-tune the bike to obtain the perfect response. Even more, riders can activate the Launch Control mode with just a press of a button and enjoy the factory-specced engine mapping that provides the best starts: maximal power and thrust with minimal wheel slip. | The bike sports three standard engine mappings which can be easily switched to by simply connecting the corresponding couplers. However, the KX FI Calibration Kit lets the experienced rider fine-tune the bike to obtain the perfect response. Even more, riders can activate the Launch Control mode with just a press of a button and enjoy the factory-specced engine mapping that provides the best starts: maximal power and thrust with minimal wheel slip. | ||