Get technical with your new Kawasaki’s vital statistics.
Engine
Displacement
449 cm³
Bore x stroke
96.0 x 62.1 mm
Compression ratio
12.0:1
Valve/Induction system
DOHC, 4 valves
Fuel system
Carburettor: Keihin FCR40
Ignition
Digital AC-CDI
Starting
Electric, primary kick
Lubrication
Forced lubrication, semi‑dry sumpTransmission
Transmission
5-speed, returnFrame
Frame type
Perimeter, aluminium
Rake/Trail
28˚/122 mm
Wheel travel, front
305 mm
Wheel travel, rear
315 mm
Tyre, front
80/100-21M/C 51P
Tyre, rear
120/90-18M/C 65PSuspension
Suspension, front
48 mm upside-down AOStype telescopic fork with22-way compression and 20-way rebound damping
Suspension, rear
New Uni-Trak with 22-way low-speed, 2 turns or more high speed compression damping, 22 way rebound damping and adjustable spring preloadBrakes
Brakes, front
Single semi-floating 250 mm petal disc, dual piston caliper
Brakes, rear
Single 240 mm petal disc, single piston caliperDimensions
Dimensions (L x W x H)
2,175 x 820 x 1,250 mm
Wheelbase
1,480 mm
Ground Clearance
315 mm
Seat height
935 mm
Fuel capacity
8 litres