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Energize work and play on the all-new Brute Force 450 ATV. Powerful, nimble, and stacked with utility features, no other mid-size ATV gives you more – and for 2025, the specification also includes European T3b certification allowing road use registration. Tackling demanding chores capably, while enjoying unique sporty performance… something that can only be delivered by Kawasaki. Strong build quality pairs with aggressive style for a durable ride that never fails to excite. No matter the task the Brute Force 450 ATV is built for you.
Caption: European market models include a number of features to meet T3b category compliance for road registration.
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Other equipment for T-Category compliance includes a tow hook inside the front bumper, mirrors, a horn, hazard lights, licence plate bracket and light, and a brake warning light above the instrument panel.
Other equipment for T-Category compliance includes a tow hook inside the front bumper, mirrors, a horn, hazard lights, licence plate bracket and light, and a brake warning light above the instrument panel.
Both the LED headlights and taillights include built-in turn signals.
Both the LED headlights and taillights include built-in turn signals.
A trailer hitch is fit standard, as is a connector to hook up trailer taillights.
A trailer hitch is fit standard, as is a connector to hook up trailer taillights.
A Speed Limiter Mode supports drivers when doing work or tasks. A button below and to the left of the instrument panel activates the mode (and lights up when activated).
A Speed Limiter Mode supports drivers when doing work or tasks. A button below and to the left of the instrument panel activates the mode (and lights up when activated).
A dedicated switch for the handlebar mounted LED work light allows it to be turned on and off independently from the headlights. When turned on, the button lights up to remind drivers not to drive*.
*In Europe, the handlebar-mounted LED work light may not be used while driving on public roads.
A dedicated switch for the handlebar mounted LED work light allows it to be turned on and off independently from the headlights. When turned on, the button lights up to remind drivers not to drive*.
*In Europe, the handlebar-mounted LED work light may not be used while driving on public roads.
More compact than the 750-800cc four-wheelers but larger and tougher than 300cc four-wheelers, the BRUTE FORCE 450 strikes the ideal balance between the two while packing ample performance and a full suite of features keeping it at the forefront of its class. It is just the right size to be used for both work and play.
More compact than the 750-800cc four-wheelers but larger and tougher than 300cc four-wheelers, the BRUTE FORCE 450 strikes the ideal balance between the two while packing ample performance and a full suite of features keeping it at the forefront of its class. It is just the right size to be used for both work and play.
The Kawasaki brand name is synonymous with quality, and the BRUTE FORCE 450 is an excellent example. The frame is fully reinforced for the kind of toughness expected of Kawasaki four-wheeler, and the brake and suspension components are built to be solid and reliable with high performance to give riders peace of mind.
The Kawasaki brand name is synonymous with quality, and the BRUTE FORCE 450 is an excellent example. The frame is fully reinforced for the kind of toughness expected of Kawasaki four-wheeler, and the brake and suspension components are built to be solid and reliable with high performance to give riders peace of mind.
Keeping the massive yet condensed style that defines the BRUTE FORCE Series, the BRUTE FORCE 450 offers an overall aggressive, lightweight impression suitable for a middle-size four-wheeler. It’s tough and rugged yet modern and stylish exterior gives it an intentional, aggressive image.
Keeping the massive yet condensed style that defines the BRUTE FORCE Series, the BRUTE FORCE 450 offers an overall aggressive, lightweight impression suitable for a middle-size four-wheeler. It’s tough and rugged yet modern and stylish exterior gives it an intentional, aggressive image.
Although a 450cc class four-wheeler, the BRUTE FORCE 450 has a full suite of features giving it all-around comfort and convenience. With features like front and rear racks, a cup holder, pockets and a power outlet, the BRUTE FORCE 450 has a high level of convenience and useability.
Although a 450cc class four-wheeler, the BRUTE FORCE 450 has a full suite of features giving it all-around comfort and convenience. With features like front and rear racks, a cup holder, pockets and a power outlet, the BRUTE FORCE 450 has a high level of convenience and useability.
With the ability to tow up to 476 kg (1,050 lbs.), the BRUTE FORCE 450 can lend a hand in a wide variety of work situations. The front rack can carry 34 kg (75 lbs.) and the rear can carry up to 68 kg (150 lbs.) for added convenience and capability.
With the ability to tow up to 476 kg (1,050 lbs.), the BRUTE FORCE 450 can lend a hand in a wide variety of work situations. The front rack can carry 34 kg (75 lbs.) and the rear can carry up to 68 kg (150 lbs.) for added convenience and capability.
Featuring a large seating surface, specially designed seat material and thick cushioning, the seat is a comfortable place to be.
Featuring a large seating surface, specially designed seat material and thick cushioning, the seat is a comfortable place to be.
Sporty tyres with excellent traction and absorption further enhance the BRUTE FORCE 450’s excellent offroad capabilities.
Sporty tyres with excellent traction and absorption further enhance the BRUTE FORCE 450’s excellent offroad capabilities.
With optimized frame strength, the sturdy frame has the toughness and durability to handle a wide range of situations and to stand up to the demands of the job at hand.
With optimized frame strength, the sturdy frame has the toughness and durability to handle a wide range of situations and to stand up to the demands of the job at hand.
Not too large and not too small, the BRUTE FORCE 450’s compact body is the ideal size. It fits a wide range of riders, offers plenty of space to haul cargo, and is compact enough to get around the trail or worksite with ease.
Not too large and not too small, the BRUTE FORCE 450’s compact body is the ideal size. It fits a wide range of riders, offers plenty of space to haul cargo, and is compact enough to get around the trail or worksite with ease.
The 443 cm3 engine produces power among the top in its class. The engine is mild and controllable, with smooth torque from low rpm all the way through the rev range, for excellent all-around performance that works well in a wide range of situations.
The 443 cm3 engine produces power among the top in its class. The engine is mild and controllable, with smooth torque from low rpm all the way through the rev range, for excellent all-around performance that works well in a wide range of situations.
A handlebar-mounted LED light offers enhanced illumination. It also turns in the direction of travel, so that the rider gets a good view of the direction they are turning for an added level of utility and convenience.
A handlebar-mounted LED light offers enhanced illumination. It also turns in the direction of travel, so that the rider gets a good view of the direction they are turning for an added level of utility and convenience.
Featured on the front grille in an eye-catching way, the 3D “Kawasaki” emblem ties the BRUTE FORCE 450 to the Kawasaki family and is sure to be a point of pride for owners.
Featured on the front grille in an eye-catching way, the 3D “Kawasaki” emblem ties the BRUTE FORCE 450 to the Kawasaki family and is sure to be a point of pride for owners.
LED headlights at the front not only look good but also provide excellent lighting. They are the focal points of the front end and are a major part of the BRUTE FORCE 450’s aggressive looks. At the rear, stylish taillights shine brightly.
LED headlights at the front not only look good but also provide excellent lighting. They are the focal points of the front end and are a major part of the BRUTE FORCE 450’s aggressive looks. At the rear, stylish taillights shine brightly.
With optimized springs and damping tuning, the four-wheel independent suspension provides solid handling when the terrain gets bumpy for a comfortable, enjoyable ride.
With optimized springs and damping tuning, the four-wheel independent suspension provides solid handling when the terrain gets bumpy for a comfortable, enjoyable ride.
The exterior design, featuring carefully crafted body parts, looks tough, rugged, and ready for action— especially in the front end. Colours and graphics further complement the modern, sporty image.
The exterior design, featuring carefully crafted body parts, looks tough, rugged, and ready for action— especially in the front end. Colours and graphics further complement the modern, sporty image.
Hydraulic disc brakes offer strong, sure stopping power on demand, adding to riders’ peace of mind.
Hydraulic disc brakes offer strong, sure stopping power on demand, adding to riders’ peace of mind.
Other equipment for T-Category compliance includes a tow hook inside the front bumper, mirrors, a horn, hazard lights, licence plate bracket and light, and a brake warning light above the instrument panel.
Other equipment for T-Category compliance includes a tow hook inside the front bumper, mirrors, a horn, hazard lights, licence plate bracket and light, and a brake warning light above the instrument panel.
Both the LED headlights and taillights include built-in turn signals.
Both the LED headlights and taillights include built-in turn signals.
A trailer hitch is fit standard, as is a connector to hook up trailer taillights.
A trailer hitch is fit standard, as is a connector to hook up trailer taillights.
A Speed Limiter Mode supports drivers when doing work or tasks. A button below and to the left of the instrument panel activates the mode (and lights up when activated).
A Speed Limiter Mode supports drivers when doing work or tasks. A button below and to the left of the instrument panel activates the mode (and lights up when activated).
A dedicated switch for the handlebar mounted LED work light allows it to be turned on and off independently from the headlights. When turned on, the button lights up to remind drivers not to drive*.
*In Europe, the handlebar-mounted LED work light may not be used while driving on public roads.
A dedicated switch for the handlebar mounted LED work light allows it to be turned on and off independently from the headlights. When turned on, the button lights up to remind drivers not to drive*.
*In Europe, the handlebar-mounted LED work light may not be used while driving on public roads.
More compact than the 750-800cc four-wheelers but larger and tougher than 300cc four-wheelers, the BRUTE FORCE 450 strikes the ideal balance between the two while packing ample performance and a full suite of features keeping it at the forefront of its class. It is just the right size to be used for both work and play.
More compact than the 750-800cc four-wheelers but larger and tougher than 300cc four-wheelers, the BRUTE FORCE 450 strikes the ideal balance between the two while packing ample performance and a full suite of features keeping it at the forefront of its class. It is just the right size to be used for both work and play.
The Kawasaki brand name is synonymous with quality, and the BRUTE FORCE 450 is an excellent example. The frame is fully reinforced for the kind of toughness expected of Kawasaki four-wheeler, and the brake and suspension components are built to be solid and reliable with high performance to give riders peace of mind.
The Kawasaki brand name is synonymous with quality, and the BRUTE FORCE 450 is an excellent example. The frame is fully reinforced for the kind of toughness expected of Kawasaki four-wheeler, and the brake and suspension components are built to be solid and reliable with high performance to give riders peace of mind.
Keeping the massive yet condensed style that defines the BRUTE FORCE Series, the BRUTE FORCE 450 offers an overall aggressive, lightweight impression suitable for a middle-size four-wheeler. It’s tough and rugged yet modern and stylish exterior gives it an intentional, aggressive image.
Keeping the massive yet condensed style that defines the BRUTE FORCE Series, the BRUTE FORCE 450 offers an overall aggressive, lightweight impression suitable for a middle-size four-wheeler. It’s tough and rugged yet modern and stylish exterior gives it an intentional, aggressive image.
Although a 450cc class four-wheeler, the BRUTE FORCE 450 has a full suite of features giving it all-around comfort and convenience. With features like front and rear racks, a cup holder, pockets and a power outlet, the BRUTE FORCE 450 has a high level of convenience and useability.
Although a 450cc class four-wheeler, the BRUTE FORCE 450 has a full suite of features giving it all-around comfort and convenience. With features like front and rear racks, a cup holder, pockets and a power outlet, the BRUTE FORCE 450 has a high level of convenience and useability.
With the ability to tow up to 476 kg (1,050 lbs.), the BRUTE FORCE 450 can lend a hand in a wide variety of work situations. The front rack can carry 34 kg (75 lbs.) and the rear can carry up to 68 kg (150 lbs.) for added convenience and capability.
With the ability to tow up to 476 kg (1,050 lbs.), the BRUTE FORCE 450 can lend a hand in a wide variety of work situations. The front rack can carry 34 kg (75 lbs.) and the rear can carry up to 68 kg (150 lbs.) for added convenience and capability.
Featuring a large seating surface, specially designed seat material and thick cushioning, the seat is a comfortable place to be.
Featuring a large seating surface, specially designed seat material and thick cushioning, the seat is a comfortable place to be.
Sporty tyres with excellent traction and absorption further enhance the BRUTE FORCE 450’s excellent offroad capabilities.
Sporty tyres with excellent traction and absorption further enhance the BRUTE FORCE 450’s excellent offroad capabilities.
With optimized frame strength, the sturdy frame has the toughness and durability to handle a wide range of situations and to stand up to the demands of the job at hand.
With optimized frame strength, the sturdy frame has the toughness and durability to handle a wide range of situations and to stand up to the demands of the job at hand.
Not too large and not too small, the BRUTE FORCE 450’s compact body is the ideal size. It fits a wide range of riders, offers plenty of space to haul cargo, and is compact enough to get around the trail or worksite with ease.
Not too large and not too small, the BRUTE FORCE 450’s compact body is the ideal size. It fits a wide range of riders, offers plenty of space to haul cargo, and is compact enough to get around the trail or worksite with ease.
The 443 cm3 engine produces power among the top in its class. The engine is mild and controllable, with smooth torque from low rpm all the way through the rev range, for excellent all-around performance that works well in a wide range of situations.
The 443 cm3 engine produces power among the top in its class. The engine is mild and controllable, with smooth torque from low rpm all the way through the rev range, for excellent all-around performance that works well in a wide range of situations.
A handlebar-mounted LED light offers enhanced illumination. It also turns in the direction of travel, so that the rider gets a good view of the direction they are turning for an added level of utility and convenience.
A handlebar-mounted LED light offers enhanced illumination. It also turns in the direction of travel, so that the rider gets a good view of the direction they are turning for an added level of utility and convenience.
Featured on the front grille in an eye-catching way, the 3D “Kawasaki” emblem ties the BRUTE FORCE 450 to the Kawasaki family and is sure to be a point of pride for owners.
Featured on the front grille in an eye-catching way, the 3D “Kawasaki” emblem ties the BRUTE FORCE 450 to the Kawasaki family and is sure to be a point of pride for owners.
LED headlights at the front not only look good but also provide excellent lighting. They are the focal points of the front end and are a major part of the BRUTE FORCE 450’s aggressive looks. At the rear, stylish taillights shine brightly.
LED headlights at the front not only look good but also provide excellent lighting. They are the focal points of the front end and are a major part of the BRUTE FORCE 450’s aggressive looks. At the rear, stylish taillights shine brightly.
With optimized springs and damping tuning, the four-wheel independent suspension provides solid handling when the terrain gets bumpy for a comfortable, enjoyable ride.
With optimized springs and damping tuning, the four-wheel independent suspension provides solid handling when the terrain gets bumpy for a comfortable, enjoyable ride.
The exterior design, featuring carefully crafted body parts, looks tough, rugged, and ready for action— especially in the front end. Colours and graphics further complement the modern, sporty image.
The exterior design, featuring carefully crafted body parts, looks tough, rugged, and ready for action— especially in the front end. Colours and graphics further complement the modern, sporty image.
Hydraulic disc brakes offer strong, sure stopping power on demand, adding to riders’ peace of mind.
Hydraulic disc brakes offer strong, sure stopping power on demand, adding to riders’ peace of mind.
Engine type | Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder |
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Compression ratio | 9.1:1 |
Valve system | SOHC, 4 valves |
Bore x stroke | 89.0 x 71.2 mm |
Displacement | 443 cm³ |
Fuel system | Fuel injection: 38 mm x 1 |
Lubrication | Forced lubrication, wet sump |
Starting system | Electric |
Ignition system | ECU Control (full transistor) |
Maximum power | 24.0 kW {32 PS} / 7,000 rpm |
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Maximum torque | 33.0 N•m {3.4 kgf•m} / 6,500 rpm |
Transmission | CVT, 2-speed & reverse, automatic |
Primary reduction ratio | 3.110 ~ 0.800 |
Primary drive | Belt drive torque converter (CVT) |
Final reduction ratio | 3.091 |
Frame type | Tubular double-cradle, high-tensile steel |
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Trail | 11 mm |
Wheel travel front | 194 mm |
Wheel travel rear | 201 mm |
Tyre, front | 90/90-21 M/C 54S |
Tyre, rear | AT24 x 10-12 |
L x W x H | 2,035 x 1,110 x 1,185 mm |
Steering angle L/R | 42° / 42° |
Wheel base | 1,215 mm |
Ground clearance | 235 mm |
Fuel capacity | 16.0 litres |
Seat height | 880 mm |
Curb mass | 310 kg |
Parking brake | Mechanical internal expansion type on rear wheels |
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Front brake type | Dual discs |
Front brake diameter | Ø 202 mm |
Front brake caliper type | Single-piston |
Rear brake type | Single disc |
Rear brake diameter | Ø 202 mm |
Rear brake caliper type | Single-piston |
Front suspension type | Double wishbone with spring preload adjustability |
Rear suspension type | Double wishbone with spring preload adjustability |
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