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KAWASAKI KX450F (2008-2009) Specs, Performance & Photos

Segment: Enduro/Offroad
Production years: 2008, 2009

KAWASAKI KX450F 2008-2009 4 Photos
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After adding a 5th gear to the 2006 year model, it was time for electronic fuel injection to be installed in the new 2008 Kawasaki KX450F. The Keihin carb has been replaced by a top-drawer fuel injection system providing an even more better power distribution across the rpm range with zero lag.

Frame got narrower while the swingarm was redesigned and a new Uni-Trak rear shock got a larger piston (50mm) for better efficiency. A Renthal race-type handlebar was also provided, together with wider serrated foot pegs and a synthetic, lighter skidplate. With a 340 ground clearance, the 2008 KX450F is simply the best Kawasaki has offered to the release date.

KAWASAKI KX450F 2008-2009

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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:Fuel injection: 43 mm x 1 (Keihin)
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 Compression damping: 22-way Rebound damping: 20-way
Rear Suspension:New Uni-Trak Compression damping: 22-way (low-speed), 2-turns or more (high-speed) Rebound damping: 22-way Spring preload: Fully adjustable
Front Brake:Single semi-floating 250 mm petal disc Caliper: Dual-piston
Rear Brake:Single 240 mm petal disc Caliper: Single-piston
dimension specs
Overall Length:86 in OR 2184 mm
Overall Width:32.3 in OR 820 mm
Seat Height:38 in OR 965 mm
Wheelbase:58.3 in OR 1481 mm
Ground Clearance:13.4 in OR 340 mm
Weight:247 lbs OR 112 kg
Fuel Capacity:1.9 gallons OR 7.2 L
tyres specs
Front:90/100-21 57M (EUR/USA/CAN/AUS), 80/100-21 51M (JPN)
Rear:120/80-19 63M
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