Kawasaki KLX 450R User Manual

Kawasaki KLX 450R User Manual

2010 KLX™ 450R

OFFROAD

* Canadian model may not be exactly as shown

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KLX450R

Designed for the rigors of the off-road world, the KLX450R delivers

a wide spread of power with high-traction torque and superior throttle control, combined with the enhanced durability and comfort that’s required in unforgiving off-road environments.

KEY FEATURES

1CONTAINS BOTH ELECTRIC AND KICK START OPTIONS

2LIGHTWEIGHT DIGITAL INSTRUMENTATION

3SUPERB DAMPING AND STEERING PRECISION WITH KAYABA AOS FORK

 

 

 

 

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ULTRA-SMOOTH POWER

 

 

CHARACTERISTICS

 

 

 

 

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RESPONSIVE AND

 

 

LIGHT HANDLING CHASSIS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

KLX™ 450R

 

 

 

 

 

 

Specifications

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Engine type

Four-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve single

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Displacement

449 cc

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bore x stroke

96.0 x 62.1 mm

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Compression ratio

12.0:1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cooling

Liquid

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fuel system

Keihin FCR40 carburetor

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ignition

Digital AC-CDI

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Starting

Electric, with primary kick

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Transmission

5-speed

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Final drive

Chain

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Frame

Aluminum, perimeter design

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

* Canadian model may not be exactly as shown

 

 

Rake/trail

27.7°/122 mm (4.8 in.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Front suspension/

48 mm inverted Kayaba AOS-type cartridge fork with 22-way

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ACCESSORIES

 

 

 

wheel travel

compression damping and 20-way rebound damping/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

305 mm (12.0 in.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Wheel Chock

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Rear suspension/

UNI-TRAK® with fully adjustable spring preload, 22-click low

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Steadymate Cinchtite

 

 

wheel travel

speed compression damping, 2-turn high speed compression

 

 

Tie Down Straps

 

 

 

damping, 22-click rebound damping /315 mm (12.4 in.)

3.

Soft Loop

 

 

Tires, front/rear

80/100-21 ; 110/100-18

4.

Work Pad

 

 

 

 

 

 

Brakes, front

250 mm semi-floating petal disc with

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

hydraulic dual-piston caliper

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Brakes, rear

240 mm petal disc with hydraulic single-piston caliper

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wheelbase

1480 mm (58.3 in.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ground clearance

320 mm (12.6 in.)

 

 

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Seat height

940 mm (37.0 in.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Curb weight*

126 kg (277.8 lbs.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fuel capacity

8 litres (1.76 gal.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Warranty

6 month

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

* Includes all necessary materials and fluids to operate correctly, full tank of fuel (more than 90% of capacity) and tool kit (if supplied)

 

 

 

SAFE RIDING’S MORE FUN

 

 

 

 

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Ride responsibly. Kawasaki believes safety begins with us and continues with

you. Always wear a helmet, eye protection, and proper apparel. Never ride

 

 

under the influence of drugs or alcohol. KLX models are for closed-course

 

competition only. Riding is more fun on a well-maintained motorcycle...follow

 

the instructions in your owner’s manual. Remember, riding safe is smart.

 

 

 

 

C l i c k f o r deta i l s

Take an in-depth tour @ www.kawasaki.ca/klx

To view our complete accessory catalogue visit:

kawasaki.ca/accessories

Up to

three years additional coverage

with the Good Times

Protection Plan*

For more information visit:

kawasaki.ca/good-

kawasaki.ca/good-times-protection-plan

times-protection-plan

*Depending on the program purchased.

Kawasaki subscribes to the guidelines of Tread Lightly!, a program dedicated to protecting the great outdoors through education and fostering responsible enjoyment of public lands.

The specifications mentioned here apply to and have been achieved by production models under standard operating conditions. We intend only to give a fair description of the vehicle and its performance capabilities but these specifications may not apply to every machine supplied for sale. Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. reserves the right to alter specifications without prior notice. Equipment illustrated and specifications may vary to meet individual markets. Available colours may vary by market.

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