| Kawasaki's profilation of this bike |
| 2012 KX™450F highlights begin with the Supercross winning DNA of last year’s bike. The advanced design of the aluminum perimeter frame and dominating motor received a host of refinements to create a more compact and mass-centralized chassis propelled by more useable power than ever. |
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General information |
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Motorcycle name
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Kawasaki KX 450F |
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Model year
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2012 |
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Category
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Cross / motocross |
| Price as new | US$ 8499. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
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Rating
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Engine and transmission |
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Displacement
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449.0 ccm (27.40 cubic inches) |
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Engine type
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Single cylinder, four-stroke |
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Compression
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12.5:1 |
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Bore x stroke
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96.0 x 62.1 mm (3.8 x 2.4 inches) |
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Valves per cylinder
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4 |
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Fuel system
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Injection. DFI with 43mm Keihin throttle body |
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Fuel control
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Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
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Ignition
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Digital DC-CDI |
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Cooling system
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Liquid |
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Gearbox
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5-speed |
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Transmission type
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Chain (final drive) |
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Clutch
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Automatic |
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Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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Frame type
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Aluminum perimeter |
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Rake (fork angle)
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26.9° |
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Front suspension
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48mm inverted, Kayaba AOS with DLC coated sliders, 22-position compression and 20-position rebound dampening adjustment / 12.4 in. |
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Rear suspension
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Uni-Trak linkage system and Kayaba shock with 50mm piston, 22-position low-speed and stepless high-speed compression damping, 22-position rebound damping and fully adjustable spring preload / 12.4 in. |
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Front brakes
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Single disc |
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Diameter
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250 mm (9.8 inches) |
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Rear brakes
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Single disc |
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Diameter
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240 mm (9.4 inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities |
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Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
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113.0 kg (249.1 pounds) |
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Seat height
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955 mm (37.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
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Overall height
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1275 mm (50.2 inches) |
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Overall length
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2179 mm (85.8 inches) |
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Overall width
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820 mm (32.3 inches) |
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Ground clearance
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330 mm (13.0 inches) |
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Wheelbase
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1481 mm (58.3 inches) |
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Fuel capacity
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6.21 litres (1.64 US gallons) |
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Other specifications |
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Color options
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Lime Green |
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Factory warranty
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6 months |
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Further information |
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