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2008 KX™

MOTOCROSS

P/N 99969-3215Printed in U.S.A.

Safe Riding’s More Fun

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. Ride in authorizedclosed-course areas only. Riding is more fun on a well-

maintained motorcycle ... follow the instructions in your

owner’s manual. Remember, riding safe is smart.

Action Photography: Professional riders on a closed course.

For closed-course competition only. Specifications subject to change

without notice. Availability may be limited.

For more information, visit our website at:

kawasaki.com

For the nearest Kawasaki dealer, call:

1-800-661-RIDEKawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.

9950 Jeronimo Road, Irvine, California 92618

©2007 Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.

Spec i fi cat i on s KX™450F KX™250F KX™100 KX™85 KX™65

Engine type 4-stroke, l iquid-cooled DOHC S ingle 4-s troke, l iquid-cooled DOHC S ingle 2-s troke, l iqu id-cooled S ingle wi th KIPS® 2-stroke, liquid-cooled Single with KIPS ® 2-stroke, liquid-cooled Single

Displacement 449cc 249cc 99cc 85cc 65cc

Bore x stroke 96 x 62.1mm 77 x 53.6mm 52.5 x 45.8mm 48.5 x 45.8mm 44.5 x 41.6mm

Compression ratio 12.0:1 13.5:1 9.6:1 (low speed), 8.8:1 (high speed) 10.1:1 (low speed), 9.2:1 (high speed) 8.4:1

Induction N/A N/A 2-petal carbon-fiber reed 2-petal carbon-fiber reed 4-petal reed

Carburetion Keihin FCR40 Keihin FCR37 Keihin PWK28 Keihin PWK28 Mikuni VM24SS

Ignition Digital AC-CDI Digital AC-CDI Digital CDI Digital CDI Digital CDI

Starting Primary kick Primary kick Primary kick Primary kick Primary kick

Transmission 5-speed 5-speed 6-speed 6-speed 6-speed

Frame type Perimeter, aluminum Perimeter, aluminum Perimete r, high-tensile stee l Perimeter, high-tensile steel Semi-double cradle,high-tensile steel

Rake/trail 27.1˚/4.6 inches 27.7˚/4.7 inches 27.1˚/4.1 inches 27˚/3.5 inches 27˚/2.4 inches

Wheelbase 58.5 inches 57.8 inches 50.8 inches 49.4 inches 44.1 inches

Suspens ion, front New 48mm Kayaba twin-chamber

inverted cartridge fork with DLCinner fork leg, 22-way compressionand 20-way rebound damping

Improved 47mm Showa twin-

chamber inverted cartridge fork with16-way compression and 16-wayrebound damping

36mm inverted cartridge fork with

18-way compression damping

36mm inverted cartridge fork with

18-way compression damping

33mm leading-axle fork with

4-way rebound damping

S u sp ens i on , r ea r New Bot t om -Li n k UN I -TRAK® andKayaba shock with adjustablepreload, 22-way low-speed andstepless high-speed compressionand 22-way rebound damping

Bottom-Link UNI-TRAK® and Showashock with adjustable preload,13-way low-speed and steplesshigh-speed compression and17-way rebound damping

Bottom-Link UNI-TRAK® withadjustable preload, 4-waycompression and 16-wayrebound damping

Bottom-Link UNI-TRAK® withadjustable preload, 4-waycompression and 16-wayrebound damping

Bottom-Link UNI-TRAK® withadjustable preload, 4-wayrebound damping

Wheel travel, front/rear 12.4/12.4 inches 12.4/12.2 inches 10.8/10.8 inches 10.8/10.8 inches 8.3/9.4 inches

Ti re s, f r on t/ re ar 8 0/ 10 0- 21 5 1 M/ 120/80-19 63M

80/100-21 51M/ 110/90-19 57M

70/100-19 61M/ 90/100-16 58M

70/100-17 61M/ 90/100-14 58M

60/100-14/ 80/100-12

Seat height 38.0 inches 37.6 inches 34.3 inches 33.1 inches 29.9 inches

Fuel capacity 1.9 gallons 1.9 gallons 1.45 gallons 1.45 gallons 1.0 gallon

Dry weight 220 pounds 204 pounds 150 pounds 143 pounds 126 pounds

Colors Lime Green Lime Green Lime Green Lime Green Lime Green



2007

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Between James Stewart, Ry

combination of superb skill,

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S O , W H A T A R E Y O U R I D I N G ?

KX450F

Motocross is relentless, both fo

results — like James Stewart’s

even closer to factory specs witcrankshaft mass and balancing

Handling and traction are likew

the suspension with the 48mm

factory race team bikes. Plus th

reliability upgrades, aggressively

1 A new crank web increases mas

compared to 40% on the ’07 mo

improved engine balance. This r

par with champion James Stewa

race bike! The result is reduced

vibration and increased perform

especially at low rpm.

• The engine is tuned so that the torq

follows the limit of running resistanc

long as possible for less unwanted w

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1 The multi-championship winning

powerplant features a high-tech, 249cc

liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Single with a

wide powerband focused on high-rpm

performance that extends way into the

over-rev.

• Polished intake ports make for an extremely

smooth surface that improves intake flow at

every rpm. Ultra-light, titanium valves with

special valve seat material help prevent wear

on the titanium valves.

2 The new UNI-TRAK ® rear suspension

system mounts the suspension arm below

the swingarm, allowing a longer rear

suspension stroke and higher rear end.

The rear shock features dual compression

adjustability, allowing high-speed and

low-speed damping to be each tuned

separately.

• New head gasket with revised design offers

increased sealing performance for awesome

power and durability.

3 The ultra-stable aluminum perimeter

frame incorporates new engine mounts.

The KX250F chassis offers quicker

turning, increased rear traction and an

overall lighter feel.

• New left and right crankcases have increased

rigidity in the crankshaft area. The left

crankcase also has increased rigidity around

the input shaft. The reduction in mechanical

loss means more torque is transmitted to the

rear wheel for excellent hookup.

• LIME GREEN •

KX250F

At Kawasaki we’re compassionate as well as competitive. That’s why we pity the other riders who lined up against Ryan Villopoto

and Ben Townley as they won their respective 2007 AMA Supercross Lites West and East Region championships. Aboard his

Pro-Circuit-tuned KX™250F, Villopoto blazed to an amazing seven victories in eight races. Thanks to Villopoto’s prodigious talent

and his Kawasaki’s blazing speed, no one else even came close. Now for 2008, we’ve further strengthened the competitiveness

of our all-conquering KX250F with dozens of pro-level changes. The story begins with stronger engine cases and an improved

shift lever. Handling also benefits from improved chassis rigidity, a revised 47mm upside-down fork and updated rear shock.

Add new Bridgestone tires, trick black-coated rims and a new graphics package, and the competition will need more than just

compassion for 2008. The new KX250F from Kawasaki.

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KX85• LIME GREEN •

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G R O W I N G U P F A ST

T E E N A GE R

M A C H I N E

Teenagers. If you could just bottle their

enthusiasm and spirit, you’d make millions.

Or better yet, put them on a potent Kawasaki

KX™100 motocross bike and watch them

win races. We designed the KX100 from the

ground up for teenage chargers who are

between the mini 85s and full-size 250s. Its

19-inch front and 17-inch rear wheels are

sized just right for adolescent racers and

its generous 10.8 inches of front and rear

wheel travel is widely tunable to let your

youngster shine at the races.

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KX100• LIME GREEN •

1 The powerful and reliable 99cc, liquid-cooled engine has excellent

top-end power and over-rev capability. And with the addition of a

KIPS® powervalve, the KX100 produces strong low-end torque and

a broad powerband.

2 The high-tensile steel frame is mated to an adjustable 36mm inverted fork

up front. A larger 19-inch front wheel offers balanced chassis action in

extreme conditions.



1 Lightweight, single-cylinder 2-stroke

engine delivers incredible power for its

size. Features include: digital ignition

for precise timing and great response

through the rev-range. A high-capacity

ignition coil that delivers a higher

secondary voltage for a hotter spark for

better acceleration.

• Its 24mm Mikuni carburetor and 4-petal

reed valve provide excellent throttle

response along with a healthy dose of

power and torque at all rpm.

2 Just like the bigger bikes, the KX65

features a smooth transition between

the seat and the radiator cover that

helps improve rider control.

• Power is significantly improved and tuned

by the “low-boy” exhaust system with an

expansion chamber and a short pipe for

screaming performance on the top end. The

short oval-style silencer is removable and

the packing is replaceable.

3 A light and powerful front hydraulic

disc brake offers younger riders the

confidence they need for mastering

correct braking techniques.

• A large capacity radiator keeps engine

temperatures consistent to maintain even

power characteristics in extreme conditions.

• The high-tensile steel frame incorporates a

reinforced downtube for increased durability

and offers exceptional torsional rigidity for

superior handling.

• LIME GREEN •

KX65

Kids will be kids, but on the motocross track they quickly become focused competitors, vying for the holeshot, stealing lines in the

turns and then roosting the competition. And the bike they need to win is the Kawasaki KX™65. Weighing in at a feathery 126 pounds,

it boasts a powerful 65cc liquid-cooled 2-stroke engine with serious racing technologies like a 4-petal reed valve for a broader

powerband, a close-ratio 6-speed gearbox and a durable manual clutch. The long-travel front and Bottom-Link UNI-TRAK ® rear

suspension are equally race worthy, featuring 4-way adjustable rebound damping to let you match the handling to the terrain. Secure

front and rear hydraulic disc brakes, folding cleated footpegs, and kid-friendly ergonomics likewise inspire youngsters to do their best.

Because when the gate is up for their first moto of the day, you’ll want them to do just that. And be very glad they’re on a Kawasaki.

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