Segment: Enduro/Offroad
Production years: 2006, 2007
One of the greatest new features for the 2006 Kawasaki KX450F is the addition of a 5th gear. With the revised gearbox, this nifty off-road/ motocross bike is now even more convenient for the discerning rider, as it offers better maneuverability and a wider range of riding possibilities.
The brake cylinder has also been redesigned to offer better hand lever positioning, helping riders get a better feel of the bike and thus being capable to ride more confidently (read aggressively).
With the weight of the 2006 KX450F still under 100 kg (220 lbs) and a narrow, sturdy aluminium frame, this motorcycle is far more easy to handle than you'd think. The Diamond-Like Carbon coated forks and fully-adjustable suspension system provide excellent damping while the new airbox with mesh arrestor helps offer more torque at low rpm.
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: | 56/8500 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 37/7000 lb-ft/RPM OR 50/7000 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | Keihin FCR40 |
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transmission specs | Gearbox: | 5-speed, return | Clutch: | Wet multi-disc, manual | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | Chain |
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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 adjustable preload, dual-speed (low: 22-way, high: 2-turns or more) compression damping and 22-way rebound damping | Front Brake: | Single semi-floating 250 mm petal disc, dual-piston | Rear Brake: | Single 240 mm petal disc, single-piston |
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dimension specs | Overall Length: | 86 in OR 2184 mm | Overall Width: | 32.3 in OR 820 mm | Seat Height: | 34.1 in OR 866 mm | Wheelbase: | 58.5 in OR 1486 mm | Ground Clearance: | - | Weight: | 220 lbs OR 100 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 1.9 gallons OR 7.2 L |
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tyres specs | Front: | 90/100-21 57M | Rear: | 120/80-19 63M |
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