2024 Kawasaki KX 450 50th Anniversary Edition

The KX™ legacy represents a long line of champions. The drive to produce more has not slowed down. Our all-new flagship race machine, the KX™450 motorcycle, offers next-level engineering and power to dominate the track. Over the decades, we've learned what it takes to win and stay on top. The KX450 embodies this legacy to the fullest.

POWER & PERFORMANCE

BUILT TO WIN

The all-new KX™450 engine delivers broad, useable torque and strong, responsive power across the rev range. From the starting gate to the finish line, this race-ready machine is built to stay ahead of the pack.

RACE-READY SUSPENSION

LEAVE THEM IN THE DUST

Take the lead with proven race-winning performance. The highly adjustable Showa suspension package delivers smooth action, firm damping, and contributes to optimal traction.

ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY

RIDE WITH CONFIDENCE

All KX™450 advanced controls are now closer together for rider convenience. Kawasaki TRaction Control (KTRC), Power Mode Selection, and Launch Control Mode are now available at the push of a button. These features enable riders to quickly adjust power delivery and traction for riding conditions and preference. The KX450 offers superior features designed to inspire confidence.

ADDITIONAL VEHICLE FEATURES:

• Special 50th Anniversary color & graphics

Specification:

Power

• Engine - 4-stroke single, DOHC, liquid-cooled
• Displacement - 449cc
• Bore x Stroke - 96.0 x 62.1mm
• Compression Ratio - 12.5:1
• Fuel System - DFI® with 44mm Keihin throttle body
• Ignition - Digital CDI with handlebar-controlled Power Modes
• Transmission - 5-speed, return shift, with wet multi-disc manual clutch and hydraulic clutch actuation
• Final Drive - Chain
• Electronic Rider Aids - Power Modes, Kawasaki TRaction Control (KTRC), Launch Control Mode

Performance

• Front Suspension / Wheel Travel - 49mm inverted telescopic coil-spring fork with 21-way adjustable compression and 22-way adjustable rebound damping/12.0 in
• Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel - Uni-Trak® gas charged shock with piggyback reservoir with adjustable dual-range compression damping (19-way low speed and 4.25 turn stepless high speed), 23-way adjustable rebound damping and stepless adjustable preload/12.1 in
• Front Tire - 80/100-21
• Rear Tire - 120/80-19
• Front Brakes - Single semi-floating 270mm Braking/Sunstar petal disc with Brembo master cylinder and dual-piston caliper
• Rear Brakes - Single 240mm Braking/Sunstar petal disc with single-piston caliper