2018 Kawasaki KX450 vs 2017 Kawasaki KX450
Side-by-side specs. Differences are highlighted. Blank = not yet verified for that year-model (we don’t guess).
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450cc 4-stroke
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450cc 4-stroke
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| Spec | 2018 Kawasaki KX450 | 2017 Kawasaki KX450 |
|---|---|---|
| Class | 450cc 4-stroke | 450cc 4-stroke |
| Displacement | — | — |
| Bore × stroke | — | — |
| Cooling | — | — |
| Induction | — | Single carburetor (KX450F) |
| Power valve | — | — |
| Starter | — | Electric starter |
| Transmission | — | 6-speed |
| Front suspension | — | Twin shocks with dual bypass valves |
| Front travel | — | 120 in |
| Rear travel | — | 135 in |
| Front brake | — | 280mm |
| Rear brake | — | 245mm |
| Front wheel | — | — |
| Rear wheel | — | — |
| Seat height | — | 34 in |
| Wheelbase | — | 56.5 in |
| Weight | — | 209 lb (Dry weight) |
| Fuel capacity | — | 1.7 gal |
| MSRP | — | — |
Highlighted (blue) rows differ between the two. Verified manufacturer data; see each bike’s page for sources. Torque/fluid specs are on the individual pages (service-manual only).