Motocross Bikes
2026Kawasaki KX450X
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The 2026 Kawasaki KX450X is a motocross machine engineered for competitive intermediate to advanced riders seeking race-ready performance. Built around a potent 450cc four-stroke engine with aggressive 12.5:1 compression and digital fuel injection, it delivers explosive power delivery and precise throttle response. Known for its lightweight aluminum perimeter frame and nimble handling characteristics, the KX450X excels in competitive off-road racing environments.
- Capacity
- 449.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 107.0 kg
- Seat height
- 950 mm
- Power
- 56.0 HP (41.2 kW)
What’s new for the 2026 Kawasaki KX450X
vs the 2025| Spec | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Wet weight | 111.6 kg (246.0 pounds) | 113.4 kg (250.0 pounds) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built specifically for cross-country and off-road racing, with a wide-ratio gearbox, larger fuel capacity, and chassis geometry tuned for extended off-road stability rather than motocross jumps or street use.
- Built for
- It has the raw, high-strung, minimalist character of a purpose-built race bike: light, responsive, and demanding rather than forgiving.
- Not ideal for
- This is not a suitable choice for commuting, highway touring, carrying a passenger, or riders seeking plush comfort and low-maintenance road-going practicality.
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
- 56.0 HP (41.2 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5234 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 96.0 x 62.0 mm
- Compression
- 12.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Digital DC-CDI
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc, manual
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1481 mm
- Overall length
- 2174 mm
- Overall width
- 815 mm
- Overall height
- 1260 mm
- Seat height
- 950 mm
- Dry weight
- 107.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 113.4 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 6.20 litres
- Ground clearance
- 335 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Perimeter, aluminum
- Front suspension
- 49mm inverted telescopic coil-spring fork with 16-way compression damping and 16-way rebound damping
- Rear suspension
- Uni-Trak® gas charged shock with piggyback reservoir with dual-range (4 turns stepless high speed/19-way low-speed) compression damping, 38-way rebound damping and adjustable preload
- Front wheel travel
- 305 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 307 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 27.0°
- Trail
- 117 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Semi-floating petal discs
- Front brakes diameter
- 270 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Single-piston caliper.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 80/100-21
- Rear tyre
- 120/80-18
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 | 2021 | 2023 | 2024 | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 449 cc | 449 cc | 449 cc | 449 cc | 449 cc |
| Dry weight | 107 kg | 107 kg | 107 kg | 107 kg | — |
| Seat height | 950 mm | 950 mm | 950 mm | 950 mm | 955 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 6.2 L | 6.2 L | 6.2 L | 6.2 L | 7.5 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 KX450X?
The 2026 Kawasaki KX450X has a Capacity of 449.0 ccm (27.40 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki KX450X have?
The 2026 Kawasaki KX450X has a Power of 56.0 HP (41.2 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki KX450X have?
The 2026 Kawasaki KX450X has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Kawasaki KX450X weigh?
The 2026 Kawasaki KX450X has a Dry weight of 107.0 kg (235.9 pounds).
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