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Kawasaki KLX450R (2023)

Engine

Type
Single cylinder, four-stroke
Displacement
449 cc

Transmission

Gearbox
5-speed
Gears
5
Final drive
Chain (final drive)

Chassis & Dimensions

Curb weight
126 kg
Seat height
935 mm
Fuel capacity
8 L
Length
2175 mm
Width
820 mm
Height
1250 mm
Wheelbase
1480 mm

Suspension & Brakes

Front suspension
48 mm inverted AOS type telescopic fork with 22-way compression and 18-way rebound damping
Rear suspension
Uni-Trak with 22-way low-speed, 2 turns or more high speed compression damping, 22 way rebound damping and adjustable spring preload
Front brake
Single disc. Semi-floating petal disc, dual piston caliper.
Rear brake
Single disc. Petal disc, single-piston caliper

Equipment

  • ·Cooling: Liquid
  • ·Frame: Perimeter, aluminium
  • ·Starter: Electric & kick
  • ·Fuel system: Carburettor. Keihin FCR MX40
  • ·Front tire: 80/100-21
  • ·Rear tire: 120/90-18

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