Kawasaki up to date its KX450 motocrosser and KX450X cross nation machines for 2024, revising the cylinder head, body, and brakes. Sadly, among the last specs stay to be introduced, together with their curb weights, however right here’s what we learn about Kawasaki’s new 450s.
The 2024 fashions put off the earlier EFI coupler system in favor of a brand new handlebar-mounted energy mode and Kawasaki Traction Management (KTRC) change. Riders have a selection of regular or gentle engine maps, whereas KTRC may be toggled between Weak or Robust, or turned off utterly. The KX450 and KX450X now supply smartphone connectivity with Kawasaki’s Rideology app. The app permits riders to entry and regulate engine maps utilizing their telephones as an alternative of the non-obligatory KX FI Calibration Equipment.
The cylinder head has been up to date, with a wholly new format for the consumption system. In accordance with Kawasaki, the redesigned consumption tract gives a straighter path for the gasoline combination to enter the cylinder. The consumption and exhaust ports had been additionally modified accordingly to enhance effectivity.
The exhaust now exits from the middle of the cylinder, lining up with the consumption ports. This variation improves airflow whereas additionally permitting Kawasaki to design slimmer bodywork.The aluminum perimeter body has additionally been modified, accommodating the brand new exhaust place. Kawasaki additionally moved the silencer ahead, bettering mass centralization.
New radiator shrouds, aspect covers and rear fender are firmer and designed to eradicate hooking factors with the rider’s boots and knees for simpler motion. The aspect covers additionally undertake a brand new quick-release system for simpler, toolless entry to the air filter.
In a primary for Kawasaki’s KX fashions, Brembo will provide the entrance braking parts, together with the grasp cylinder and brake caliper. Nissin will proceed to provide the rear brakes, although the 2024 fashions use a 240 mm disc as an alternative of the earlier 250 mm rotor.
The suspension system will once more encompass a 49 mm inverted coil-spring fork and a Uni-Trak rear suspension. Kawasaki says the KX450X’s suspension settings have been modified, however particular particulars might be revealed at a later date.
Kawasaki up to date the 2024 KX450’s tires to the brand new Dunlop Geomax MX34, changing the earlier MX33s. The KX450X runs with Dunlop Geomax AT81 tires.
The 2024 Kawasaki KX450 might be out there for $10,399, whereas the KX450X will carry a $10,599 price ticket. Each fashions will are available Lime Inexperienced, arriving in showrooms within the fall.
