2017 Kawasaki KX 85, 2017 Kawasaki KX 85 THE KAWASAKI DIFFERENCE THE KX 85 MOTORCYCLE IS A FIXTURE ON THE PODIUM AT MOTOCROSS RACES ACROSS THE COUNTRY. DELIVERING A WINNING COMBINATION OF POWER, AGILITY AND ADJUSTABILITY. Features may include: High-performance liquid-cooled, 84cc 2-stroke engine6-position adjustable handlebar mount helps tailor ergonomics for a wide range of ridersSophisticated suspension components with a 32.7 inch seat heightFront and rear disc brakesHigh tensile steel perimeter frame THE BIKE THAT BUILDS CHAMPIONS Absolutely nobody can exceed the championship legacy of Kawasaki and the KX motorcycle. At any level. KX has more combined professional 250 and 450 class SX titles than anyone. At the amateur level, legends like Villopoto, Carmichael, Stewart, Emig, and McGrath all launched their incomprehensible professional careers with support from Team Green , our amateur Motocross program. The common thread? The KX is The Bike That Builds Champions. 360° TRACK EXPERIENCE RIDE ALONG ON A KAWASAKI KX 250F Experience the track in 360° virtual reality. Ride along and interact starting from the holeshot through the whoops and turns and all the way to the finish. #PROOFNATION VIDEO CHALLENGE SUBMIT YOUR PROOF NOW What is proof? Proof boils down to hard work, staying on the grind and achieving greatness. Submit your best KX track riding video to Instagram or Facebook to show us your proof. Just have photos? Simply tag them with #PROOFNATION to share with the world. TEAM GREEN SUSPENSION SETTINGS No matter which KX motorcycle you ride, Team Green offers an easy to use guide for determining optimal suspension settings. From the championship-proven Showa SFF-Air TAC of the KX 450F model, to adjustable UNI-TRAK® rear shock of the KX 85 model, Team Green is putting factory support right at your fingertips with our recommended suspension settings. TEAM GREEN INFO Team Green molds amateurs into legends by offering unparalleled factory and trackside support. Find all your answers about getting support from Team Green right here. LEGACY OF CHAMPIONS Whether it s being first to market with cutting-edge, championship-worthy technology, or grooming amateur riders into professional legends, Kawasaki and the KX motorcycle have created a legacy of building champions; both bikes and riders. Click below to get started and take a look at a long history of dominance.
2014 Kawasaki KX 250F, 2014 Kawasaki KX 450F It s no wonder that Kawasaki® s KX 450F has amassed an enviable championship record in AMA Supercross and AMA Motocross. Having a great rider definitely helps, and Monster Energy® Kawasaki® s Ryan Villopoto s credentials are impeccable, including double-up titles in AMA Supercross and Motocross titles in 2011, followed by another AMA Supercross title in 2012. And in 2013, Villopoto made it three straight Supercross championships in a row, becoming the first rider to win back-to-back-to-back AMA Supercross titles since the great Ricky Carmichael, another rider whose career blossomed aboard Team Green machines. Key Features may include: Launch Control helps to reduce wheelspin on slippery starting gates Kayaba Pneumatic Spring Fork (PSF) uses compressed air to reduce weight, compared to traditional metal-coil fork springs, providing effective tuning and bottoming resistance Includes a free Kawasaki Genuine PSF Air Fork Pump and removable adjustment valve for quick and easy tuning of fork spring pressure Engine is tuned for optimum power delivery all the way from basement revs through the upper rpm range, this results in impressive thrust that continues from corner-exit to the end of the straights Piston crown shape allows for superior ultra-low to mid-range engine response Intake cam features slightly less lift, to promote better low-rpm throttle response Front master cylinder features a knocker-style lever-to-piston interface for improved brake feel and more consistent performance than the old piston-type unit Wide, low-density grips make life easy on the rider s hands Lightweight 240mm petal-type rear rotor features the same aggressive petal style as the front rotor and is gripped by a single piston hydraulic rear caliper Launch Control helps to reduce wheelspin on slippery starting gates Pre-programmed ignition maps are interchangeable trackside, no PC required Adjustable 4-position handlebar and 2-position footpegs allow riders to fit the KX to match their personal preference Black anodized aluminum rims for a factory look Narrower grips are softer and more comfortable for 2014
2014 Kawasaki KX 250F, 2014 Kawasaki KX 250F Take a look at the record books and you ll see that no other 250cc motocross bike in the modern four-stroke era has earned more championship titles in AMA Supercross and Motocross than the Kawasaki® KX 250F. The 2014 KX 250F's championship-winning technology includes a new Launch Control system, a plug-and-play adjustable ECU, Separate Function Fork (SFF), new motor mounts, revised suspension tuning and an upgraded transmission. Make no mistake, the KX 250F is still the dominant player in the 250cc ranks. Ride anything else, and you ll just be playing catch-up. Key Features may include: Launch Control is a first for the 250 class and increases ability to get good starts, by maximizing available traction Showa Separate Function Fork (SFF) provides progressive damping force and features 48mm inner fork tubes for rigidity Dual injector Digital Fuel Injection (DFI®) system High-rpm engine output extends deep into the overrev High-tensile steel front engine mount plates are 29% thinner than last year s steel plates and offer a better mix of chassis rigidity, improved feedback and superior front-end grip Transmission gears feature four dogs instead of three, for enhanced shift smoothness Shift-fork grooves are more-direct to enhance feel at the shift lever Counter-shaft and sprocket retainer design now uses a nut and washer instead of a clip, for a more positive sprocket to countershaft interface and simplified sprocket swaps Upgraded crankcase oil jet delivers an optimized stream of oil to the underside of the piston, for enhanced cooling Revised throttle body tuning improves airflow from a closed-throttle, for a smoother idle and enhanced low-end response Revised piston tuning in the left fork leg enhances damping performance through the initial and mid-stroke Revised rear shock settings provide a more comfortable baseline for a wide range of riders Grips feature shorter barrels and are made from a softer material to enhance rider comfort
2016 Kawasaki KX 450F, 2016 Kawasaki KX 450F THIS IS OUR PROOF The new KX 450F motorcycle is more powerful, lighter, and more agile than ever before. Developed from the highest levels of racing, this championship bike has advanced technology, sourced straight from the world s premier race team another reason why the KX450F is The Bike That Builds Champions. Features May Include: Race-Team-Inspired Bridged-Box Bottom piston is lightweight and revised to match new intake valves to optimize combustion efficiency for maximum increased performance at all RPM's Lighter, more powerful engine with improved throttle response, broad power delivery, and increased peak power New exhaust header with integrated resonator for improved throttle response at low RPM and reduced exhaust sound level New high flow airbox with rear air intake channels Rear seat intakes ensure clean airflow and contribute to reduces engine response Much lighter aluminum perimeter frame for shaper handling New forged down-tube for increased rigidity and front end feel Slimmer perimeter spars and narrow shrouds allow easier rider movement Optimized rigidity in a new swingarm to improve rear wheel traction New bodywork is lighter weight with aggressive styling Flatter seat makes it easier to change riding position Smoother, seamless surface at the rider s contact points Adjustable four-position handlebar moves the handlebar towards or away from your body Two-position adjustable footpegs help reduce knee angle when seated New lighter inner fork tubes with reduced rigidity to match the new chassis and improve front end feel New low friction fork seals New revised valve settings Handheld FI calibration kit eliminates need for laptop and 12V battery at the track Allows the user to adjust fuel and ignition settings for ultimate performance Can store up to seven preset maps for different tracks Factory-tuned power settings with plug-and-play versatility Select a coupler to access one of the three different preset engine maps Race-team-derived feature for grabbing the holeshot Engages with a press of a button Functions in first and second gear Precise ignition timing helps ensure quicker acceleration with less slippage