Kawasaki KX450 2023

Now available at Cycle Springs Powersports in Clearwater, FL: the 2023 Kawasaki KX450—a competition-focused motocross bike powered by a 449cc liquid-cooled DOHC 4-stroke engine, featuring DFI fuel injection, a hydraulic clutch, Launch Control Mode, an aluminum perimeter frame, and fully adjustable race-ready suspension.

Key Highlights

• Engine & Transmission: 449cc liquid-cooled DOHC 4-stroke single-cylinder engine with DFI and a 44 mm Keihin throttle body; 5-speed transmission
• Hydraulic Clutch: Wet multi-disc manual clutch with hydraulic actuation for consistent feel and precise engagement
• Launch Control: Launch Control Mode helps maximize traction and acceleration off the starting gate
• Engine Tuning: Digital CDI ignition with three coupler options lets riders tailor power delivery to track conditions
• Chassis: Lightweight aluminum perimeter frame designed for responsive handling and strong rider feedback
• Front Suspension: 49 mm inverted coil-spring fork with 16-way compression and 16-way rebound adjustment; 12.0' travel
• Rear Suspension: Uni-Trak gas-charged shock with piggyback reservoir, high- and low-speed compression adjustment, rebound adjustment, preload adjustment, and 12.1' travel
• Brakes: 270 mm semi-floating front petal disc with dual-piston caliper and 250 mm rear petal disc with single-piston caliper
• Wheels & Tires: 80/100-21 front and 120/80-19 rear motocross tires

Specifications

• Engine: 449cc liquid-cooled DOHC 4-stroke single-cylinder
• Bore & Stroke: 96.0 mm x 62.1 mm
• Compression Ratio: 12.5:1
• Fuel System: DFI with 44 mm Keihin throttle body
• Transmission: 5-speed return shift
• Final Drive: Chain
• Overall (L × W × H): 86.0' × 32.3' × 49.8'
• Seat Height: 37.6'   |   Wheelbase: 58.5'
• Ground Clearance: 13.4'
• Fuel Capacity: 1.64 gal   |   Curb Weight: 243.3 lb
• Front/Rear Suspension Travel: 12.0' / 12.1'
• Front/Rear Tires: 80/100-21 / 120/80-19

Strong 450-class power, hydraulic clutch control, highly adjustable suspension, and championship-developed KX engineering make the KX450 a serious motocross machine for competitive riders. Contact Cycle Springs Powersports in Clearwater, FL for pricing and current availability.