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KAWASAKI KLX450R (2012-2013) Specs, Performance & Photos

Segment: Enduro/Offroad
Production years: 2012, 2013

KAWASAKI KLX450R 2012-2013
KAWASAKI KLX450R (2012-2013)

For the 2012 KLX450R model, Kawasaki have retained all the feature which have made so many off-road riders enjoy this bike. The 2012 Kawasaki KLX450R comes with the gritty and responsive 449cc single-cylinder engine which provides dependable thrust across the whole rpm range, perfect for off-road and motocross, while providing excellent trail and cross-country capabilities, as well.

Adjustable suspensions for both front and rear make sure the bike can be easily set up for a variety of surfaces and riders, while still offering excellent traction and comfort. A fully-digital instrument cluster offers easy-to-read data while the 5-gear transmission and lightweight construction provide good handling and top-notch steering. Given the already installed headlight and rear-fender tail/ brake light, all that's needed for a street-legal homologation for 2012 Kawasaki KLX450R are blinkers and a license plate holder.

KAWASAKI KLX450R 2012-2013

KAWASAKI KLX450R 449

engine specs
Type:Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Single
Displacement:449 cm3
Bore X Stroke:3.8x2.4 in OR 97 mm
Compression Ratio:12.0:1
Horsepower:/ KW(hp)/RPM
Torque:0/ lb-ft/RPM OR 0 Nm/RPM
Fuel System:Carburettor: Keihin FCR40
transmission specs
Gearbox:5-speed, return
Clutch:Wet multi-disc, manual
Primary Drive:-
Final Drive:Chain
chassis specs
Frame:Perimeter, aluminium
Front Suspension:48 mm upside-down AOS-type telescopic fork with 22-way compression and 20-way rebound damping
Rear Suspension:New 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 semi-floating 250 mm petal disc, dual piston caliper
Rear Brake:Single 240 mm petal disc, single piston caliper
dimension specs
Overall Length:85.6 in OR 2174 mm
Overall Width:32.3 in OR 820 mm
Seat Height:36.8 in OR 935 mm
Wheelbase:58.3 in OR 1481 mm
Ground Clearance:12.4 in OR 315 mm
Weight:278 lbs OR 126 kg
Fuel Capacity:2.1 gallons OR 7.9 L
tyres specs
Front:80/100-21M/C 51P
Rear:120/90-18M/C 65P
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