2021 KX450X
Kawasaki 2021 KX450X for Sale at Moorooka Kawasaki in Moorooka, QLD | Specifications and Review Information
CROSS-COUNTRY RACER
When it comes to KX motorcycles, winning runs in the family. The all-new cross-country KX450X motorcycle is powered by technology that hails from a legacy of champions and tuned to take on the toughest terrain. Get the off-road edge on the bike built to ride ahead of the rest.
Based on the championship-winning KX450 motocrosser, the new cross-country racer boasts an arsenal of factory-style features. Cross-Country specific tuning for the engine, suspension and brakes, complemented by a 21"/18" wheel combination fitted with enduro-type tyres, and convenient standard features like a side stand and skid plate make the new KX450X even more attractive for cross-country competitors.
FEATURING:
- POWERFUL 449cc ENGINE
- RACE-READY XC SUSPENSION
- F21"/R18" WHEELS AND OFF-ROAD TIRES
- SKID PLATE & SIDE STAND
ELECTRIC START
Being able to restart an engine quickly during a race can mean the difference between keeping your lead, or having to fight your way back through the pack. Kawasaki's electric start on a motocrosser makes restarting the engine as easy as pushing a button on the right grip.
HYDRAULIC CLUTCH
The hydraulic clutch offers direct feel and light lever action. Less play as the clutch heats up during heavy use results in more consistent feeling. The use of coned-disc springs lightens the clutch actuation when the lever has been pulled in, and a wider clutch engagement range for rider control.
WHEEL & TYRES
With a 21" front and 18" rear wheels encased in Dunlop Geomax AT81 enduro-type tyres, these are well-suited to situations encountered in Cross-Country riding ensuring that you get the KX450X's power to the ground.
EQUIPMENT
KX factory-style skid plate to protect the underside of the engine and and facilitate sliding over obstacles.
Convenient side stand comes in handy when stopping away from the paddock area.
FRONT SUSPENSION
High-performance Ø49 mm inverted coil-spring fork. Super-hard titanium coating on the outer surface of the fork inner tubes helps prevent wear abrasion. Kashima Coat creates a hard, low-friction surface on the outer tubes.
REAR SUSPENSION
The New Uni Trak rear suspension system mounts the suspension arm below the swingarm, allowing a longer rear suspension stroke. The rear shock features dual compression adjustability, allowing high speed and low-speed damping to be tuned.
BRAKES
KX450X brake package optimised for Cross-Country riding delivers strong stopping power and a high level of control.
- Ø240 mm rear petal disc
- Ø270 mm front petal disc
FAT BARS
Factory-style Ø28.6 mm (1-1/8") Renthal aluminium Fatbar, a popular after market part, is standard equipment. The thick handlebar helps reduce vibration and shocks transmitted to the rider.
ENGINE DESIGN
KX450X features a valve train designed by Kawasaki's World Superbike engineers. Finger-follower valve actuation enables the use of large-diameter valves and aggressive cam profiles.
HIGH PERFORMANCE PISTON
A short skirt, reinforced external ribs and the use of a bridged-box bottom, featuring internal bracing, contributes to a light, strong piston design. A light piston (243 g) reduces the reciprocating weight and enhances the engine's performance. Needle bearings to the connecting rod big-end reduces mechanical loss = better engine performance.
ALUMINIUM FRAME
Light and nimble handling is achieved thanks to the use of the lean, lightweight chassis of the legendary KX450 motocross bike. A well-balanced, slim aluminum perimeter frame helps keep the overall weight down and allows for light handling and slim ergonomics.
CHASSIS
Slim aluminium perimeter frame is a lightweight construction composed of forged, extruded and cast parts. Overall rigidity balance was optimised to deliver both light handling and excellent traction. Engine is used as a stressed member, contributing to the frame's rigidity balance.
ENGINE TUNING
Adjusting engine settings to suit conditions is simple with the three DFI couplers. Plug-and-play style system is quick, easy and stress-free. Each of the three maps can be reprogrammed using the optional KX FI Calibration Kit.
- MX Hard conditions (default)
- MX Standard conditions
- MX Soft conditions.
LAUNCH CONTROL
The press of a button, riders can activate a separate engine map designed to ensure efficient starts in low-traction conditions. The Launch Control Mode map retards ignition timing, allowing tyres to gain grip, and allowing riders to focus on their lines.
KX FI CALIBRATION CONTROLLER (ACCESSORY)
KX FI Calibration Controller enables riders to make changes to engine maps by plugging into the ECU without a PC or battery. Comes equipped with seven preset map settings, a built in colour LCD screen, transfer and diagnostic cable SD card, user manual and carry case.
BATTERY
Lightweight and compact the proven Li-ion Battery helps keep the weight minimal.
ADJUSTABLE FOOTPEGS
The two position footpeg brackets enables riders to vary the footpeg position to find the right fit. The footpeg bracket can be lowered 5mm from the standard position. Lightweight, wide-style footpeg design for excellent grip and superb control.
ADJUSTABLE HANDLE MOUNT
Upper triple clamp with two sets of handle mount slots and reversible handle mounts offers riders a choice of four handle positions: 25 mm forward, 15 mm forward, STD and 10 mm back.
FLAT LINES
Top of the fuel tank is designed to allow a flat progression from the seat to the tank, which gives the rider greater freedom of movement when changing riding position. The top surface is slip-resistance for seated grip.
SMOOTH SURFACES
Bodywork on the KX450X features long, smooth surfaces that make it easy to slide. Seams between the shrouds, seat and side covers are flush for moving around on the bike. In-mould graphics on the shrouds are ultra-smooth and ensure the race-style graphics are not easily damaged.
| Model | KX450X (KX450KMFNN) |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid cooled, single cylinder |
| Displacement | 449 cm3 |
| Bore X Stroke | 96.0 x 62.1 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 |
| Valve System | DOHC, 4 valves |
| Fuel System | Fuel injection: Ø44 mm x 1 |
| Ignition | Digital DC-CDI |
| Starting | Electric starting |
| Transmission | 5-speed, return |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc, manual |
| Frame | Perimeter, aluminium |
| Wheel Travel - front | 305 mm |
| Wheel Travel - rear | 307 mm |
| Tyre Size-front | 80/100-21 (51M) |
| Tyre Size-rear | 120/90-18 (65M) |
| Suspension - front | 49 mm inverted telescopic spring fork with adjustable compression and rebound damping |
| Suspension - rear | New Uni-Trak with adjustable dual-range (high/low-speed) compression damping, adjustable rebound damping and adjustable preload |
| Brakes - front | Single 270 mm semi-floating petal disc with dual piston caliper |
| Brakes - rear | Single 240 mm petal disc with single piston caliper. |
| L X W X H | 2,185 x 820 x 1,265 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,485 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 335 mm |
| Seat Height | 950 mm |
| Fuel Capacity | 6.2 litres |
| Curb Mass | 111.6 kg (includes full fuel tank, all fluids at optimum levels) |
| Colour | Lime Green - 2021 model may show "XC" on the shroud graphic |
