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Kawasaki KLX 450R
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Last Updated On 22nd Nov'23 : The KLX 450R stands out as a motocross motorcycle in India that is road-legal, making it a unique offering in the country. Powered by a robust 450cc engine, the bike is designed with features to conquer challenging trails. However, its higher price point has limited its popularity, leading to a scarcity of service centers established by Kawasaki for this particular model.
KLX 450R Price : The Kawasaki KLX 450R is priced at Rs 8.99 lakh, ex-showroom pan India.
Engine : The KLX 450R uses a 449cc, single-cylinder, four-stroke, liquid-cooled engine. It produces a peak power of 56.4 bhp. It comes with a 5-speed, constant-mesh gearbox. Additionally, it gets an electronic FI pump.
Features : The KLX 450R comes equipped with a digital instrument cluster, LED headlight, an LED taillight, an aluminum swingarm, long-travel front telescopic suspension, monoshock long-travel rear suspension, all-terrain spoked tubeless tyres, & lightweight chassis. It also comes equipped with a front 250mm petal disc brake & a 240mm petal disc brake at the rear. It also gets an electric starter with an option of a kickstarter as well.
Colours : The Kawasaki KLX 450R is available in a single colour option i.e. Lime Green.
Rivals : The direct rival of KLX 450R in India is Moto Morni X-Cape 650, BMW F 900R, Triumph Tiger Sport 660, & Honda CBR650R.
KLX 450R Highlights
On Target
The Kawasaki KLX 450R is a race-bred enduro bike offering raw power, precision, and rugged off-road performance.
What We Like
High-torque 449cc engine, lightweight chassis, race-ready suspension, and durable build quality.
What We Do Not Like
No road-legal version, limited comfort for long rides, and high maintenance costs.
Engine
| Engine Capacity | 449 cc |
| Engine Type | Single Cylinder& 4-stroke& 4-Valves& DOHC |
| Configuration | DOHC |
| Cooling Type | Liquid Cooled |
Competitor Comparison
| Model | Engine Size | Engine Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bonneville T100 | 900 cc | Liquid cooled& 8 valve& SOHC |
| Street Triple 765 | 765 cc | Liquid-cooled& 12 valve& DOHC& inline 3-cylinder |
| Z900 | 948 cc | Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke In-Line Four |
| Scrambler 900 | 900 cc | Liquid cooled& 8 valve& SOHC& 270? crank angle parallel twin |
| Trident 660 | 660 cc | Liquid-cooled& 12 valve& DOHC& inline 3-cylinder |
Power
51 bhp
KLX 450R's 51 bhp Power is about 44% lower than the segment average of 90.87 bhp.
Power of KLX 450R Competitors
| Model | Power |
|---|---|
| Bonneville T100 | 64.1 bhp @ 7400 rpm |
| Street Triple 765 | 118.4 bhp @ 11500 rpm, 128.2 bhp @ 12000 rpm |
| Z900 | 123.64 bhp @ 9500 rpm |
| Scrambler 900 | 64.1 bhp @ 7250 rpm |
| Trident 660 | 80 bhp @ 10250 rpm |
| Ninja 650 | 67.3 bhp @ 8000 rpm |
| Daytona 660 | 93.8 bhp @ 11250 rpm |
| Ninja ZX-4R | 78.7 bhp @ 14500 rpm |
| CB750 Hornet | 90.51 bhp @ 9500 rpm |
Torque
50 Nm
KLX 450R's 50 Nm Torque is about 31% lower than the segment average of 72.04 Nm.
Torque of KLX 450R Competitors
| Model | Torque |
|---|---|
| Bonneville T100 | 80 Nm @ 3750 rpm |
| Street Triple 765 | 80 Nm @ 9500 rpm |
| Z900 | 97.4 Nm @ 7700 rpm |
| Scrambler 900 | 80 Nm @ 3250 rpm |
| Trident 660 | 64 Nm @ 6250 rpm |
| Ninja 650 | 64 Nm @ 6700 rpm |
| Daytona 660 | 69 Nm @ 8250 rpm |
| Ninja ZX-4R | 39 Nm @ 13000 rpm |
| CB750 Hornet | 75 Nm @ 7250 rpm |
KLX 450R Mileage
Mileage of KLX 450R Competitors
| Model | Mileage |
|---|---|
| Scrambler 900 | 23 kmpl |
| Bonneville T100 | 22 kmpl |
| Ninja 650 | 21 kmpl |
| Street Triple 765 | 19.2 kmpl |
| Z900 | 15.26 kmpl |
| Trident 660 | 15 kmpl |
Kerb Weight
126 kg
KLX 450R's 126 kg Kerb Weight is about 38% lower than the segment average of 201.09 kg.
Kerb Weight of KLX 450R Competitors
| Model | Kerb Weight (kg) |
|---|---|
| Bonneville T100 | 228 kg |
| Street Triple 765 | 188 kg, 189 kg |
| Z900 | 212 kg |
| Scrambler 900 | 223 kg |
| Trident 660 | 189 kg |
| Ninja 650 | 196 kg |
| Daytona 660 | 201 kg |
| GSX 8R | 205 kg |
| Ninja ZX-4R | 189 kg |
| CB750 Hornet | 192 kg |
Kawasaki KLX 450R Price

₹9.61 Lakh*
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Kawasaki KLX 450R Competitors
| Models | Engine | Power | Torque | Mileage | Kerb weight | Seat height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() ₹9.61 Lakh* | 449 cc | 51 bhp | 50 Nm | 23 kmpl | 126 kg | 935 mm |
| 948 cc | 123.64 bhp @ 9500 rpm | 97.4 Nm @ 7700 rpm | 15.26 kmpl | 212 kg | 820 mm | |
| 399 cc | 78.7 bhp @ 14500 rpm | 39 Nm @ 13000 rpm | - | 189 kg | 800 mm | |
| 660 cc | 93.8 bhp @ 11250 rpm | 69 Nm @ 8250 rpm | - | 201 kg | 810 mm | |
| 660 cc | 80 bhp @ 10250 rpm | 64 Nm @ 6250 rpm | 15 kmpl | 189 kg | 805 mm | |
| 900 cc | 64.1 bhp @ 7250 rpm | 80 Nm @ 3250 rpm | 23 kmpl | 223 kg | 790 mm | |
| 776 cc | - | - | - | 205 kg | 810 mm | |
| 755 cc | 90.51 bhp @ 9500 rpm | 75 Nm @ 7250 rpm | - | 192 kg | 795 mm | |
| 649 cc | 67.3 bhp @ 8000 rpm | 64 Nm @ 6700 rpm | 21 kmpl | 196 kg | 790 mm | |
| 900 cc | 64.1 bhp @ 7400 rpm | 80 Nm @ 3750 rpm | 22 kmpl | 228 kg | 790 mm | |
| 765 cc | 128.2 bhp @ 12000 rpm | 80 Nm @ 9500 rpm | 19.2 kmpl | 188 kg | 836 mm |
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