Enduro Bikes
2017Kawasaki KLX450R
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The 2017 Kawasaki KLX450R is a lightweight dual-sport motorcycle designed for riders seeking adventure on mixed terrain. Known for its agile handling and nimble character, it excels in off-road capability while remaining street-legal, making it ideal for trails and backcountry exploration. The electric and kick starter, modest fuel capacity, and manageable 126 kg weight ensure easy maintenance and genuine dual-sport versatility.
- Capacity
- 449.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 126.0 kg
- Seat height
- 935 mm
- Power
- 35.4 HP (26.0 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built purely for aggressive trail riding, enduro competition, and technical off-road terrain rather than road use.
- Built for
- A light, high-revving, single-cylinder dirt weapon with fully adjustable premium suspension that rewards an active, standing-up riding style.
- Not ideal for
- Not suitable for commuting, highway travel, passengers, or riders seeking a plush, low, easy-to-manage everyday bike.
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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- Capacity
- 449.0 ccm
- Power
- 35.4 HP (26.0 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2810 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 96.0 x 62.1 mm
- Compression
- 12.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric & kick
- Ignition
- Digital AC-CDI
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, semi dry sump
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multiplate
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1480 mm
- Overall length
- 2175 mm
- Overall width
- 820 mm
- Overall height
- 1250 mm
- Seat height
- 935 mm
- Wet weight
- 126.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 8.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 315 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Perimeter, aluminium
- Front suspension
- 48 mm upside-down AOStype telescopic fork with
- Rear suspension
- Uni-Trak with 22-way low-speed, 2 turns or more high speed compression damping, 22 way rebound damping and adjustable spring preload
- Front wheel travel
- 305 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 315 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 28.0°
- Trail
- 122 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Semi-floating petal disc, dual piston caliper
- Front brakes diameter
- 250 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Petal disc, single piston caliper
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 80/100-21
- Rear tyre
- 120/90-18
Other
- Color options
- Lime Green
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 | 2008 | 2013 | 2017 | 2020 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 449 cc | 449 cc | 449 cc | 449 cc | 449 cc |
| Seat height | 940 mm | 935 mm | 935 mm | 935 mm | 935 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 7.9 L | 8 L | 8 L | 8 L | 8 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 KLX450R?
The 2017 Kawasaki KLX450R has a Capacity of 449.0 ccm (27.40 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki KLX450R have?
The 2017 Kawasaki KLX450R has a Power of 35.4 HP (26.0 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki KLX450R have?
The 2017 Kawasaki KLX450R has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Kawasaki KLX450R weigh?
The 2017 Kawasaki KLX450R has a Wet weight of 126.0 kg (277.8 pounds).
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