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2009Kawasaki KX100

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The 2009 Kawasaki KX100 is a lightweight motocross bike designed for young and intermediate riders. Its compact 99cc liquid-cooled engine delivers responsive power ideal for developing riding skills on track or trail. Known for its nimble handling and accessible seat height, the KX100 remains a popular choice for junior motocross competition.

Capacity
99.0 ccm
Engine
Single, two-stroke
Gearbox
6-speed
Dry weight
68.0 kg
Seat height
871 mm
Power
Not on record
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What’s new for the 2009 Kawasaki KX100

vs the 2008
Spec20082009
Front brakes Single disc Single disc. Two-piston calipers
Other years 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 17Agility 79Comfort 25Off-road 90Touring 5Road manners 10
Off-road & trail90%
Cornering80%
City riding5%
Daily riding5%
Touring3%
Two-up0%
Track60%
Best for
Purpose-built for closed-course motocross and off-road track riding rather than any form of street use.
Built for
A nimble, high-revving two-stroke motocrosser that rewards aggressive throttle and clutch work with sharp, flickable handling on rough terrain.
Not ideal for
Not suitable for highway travel, commuting, carrying a passenger, or riders seeking comfort and long-distance touring capability.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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At 871mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with tip-toe one foot on the 2009 Kawasaki KX100, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
99.0 ccm
Engine type
Single, two-stroke
Bore x stroke
52.5 x 45.8 mm
Compression
9.6:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Kick
Ignition
CDI
Lubrication system
Premix
Power
Not on record - add it
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Wet multi-plate
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1290 mm
Overall length
1910 mm
Overall width
734 mm
Overall height
1105 mm
Seat height
871 mm
Dry weight
68.0 kg
Wet weight
71.0 kg
Fuel capacity
5.70 litres
Ground clearance
381 mm
Chassis & suspension
Frame
High-tensile steel perimeter design with subframe member
Front suspension
36mm inverted telescopic cartridge fork with 18-way compression damping / 10.8 in.
Rear suspension
UNI-TRAK® single shock system with 4-way compression and 18-way rebound damping plus adjustable spring preload / 10.8 in.
Front wheel travel
274 mm
Rear wheel travel
274 mm
Rake (fork angle)
27.0°
Trail
104 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc. Two-piston calipers
Front brakes diameter
220 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
240 mm
Front tyre
70/80-19
Rear tyre
90/90-16
Other
Color options
Lime Green

Specs last verified against published sources: .

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 20052009201420182022
Capacity 99 cc 99 cc 99 cc 100 cc 99 cc
Dry weight 68 kg 68 kg 68 kg 68 kg 68 kg
Seat height 871 mm 871 mm 871 mm 871 mm 871 mm
Fuel capacity 5.7 L 5.7 L 5.7 L 5.7 L 5 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Kawasaki KX100?

The 2009 Kawasaki KX100 has a Capacity of 99.0 ccm (6.04 cubic inches).

How many gears does the Kawasaki KX100 have?

The 2009 Kawasaki KX100 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

How much does the Kawasaki KX100 weigh?

The 2009 Kawasaki KX100 has a Dry weight of 68.0 kg (149.9 pounds).

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