2027 Kawasaki KX™450FX Base

2027 Kawasaki KX™450FX

Built to lead in cross-country racing, the KX™450FX motorcycle carries flagship KX™ performance into the toughest conditions. A revised engine delivers improved overall performance, while a complete Brembo brake system offers maximum stopping power across varied terrain. Complementing the new athletic bodywork is a redesigned aluminum perimeter frame that enhances traction and high-speed stability, keeping you composed when it matters most. Built for those who expect the best in off-road performance.

Features may include:

• 449cc 4-STROKE ENGINE WITH ELECTRIC START

• NEW MORE AGGRESSIVE POWER FEEL AT MID–HIGH RPM

• NEW ALUMINUM PERIMETER FRAME WITH LONGER WHEELBASE

• NEW OPTIMIZED CROSS-COUNTRY-SPECIFIC SUSPENSION SETTINGS

• NEW FRONT AND REAR BREMBO BRAKE COMPONENTS

• NEW ATHLETIC STYLING WITH SLIM, ERGONOMIC BODYWORK

• NEW 1.98-GAL LARGER-CAPACITY FUEL TANK, SKID PLATE, & HAND GUARDS

• NEW ENHANCED SMARTPHONE CONNECTIVITY VIA GPS AND RIDEOLOGY THE APP KX™2

• POWER MODE SELECTION VIA HANDLEBAR-MOUNTED SWITCH AND RIDEOLOGY THE APP KX™2

• KAWASAKI TRACTION CONTROL (KTRC) VIA HANDLEBAR-MOUNTED SWITCH AND RIDEOLOGY THE APP KX™2

• UPDATED LAUNCH CONTROL MODE FOR HOLESHOT ADVANTAGE

• 21-IN FRONT WHEEL, 18-IN REAR WHEEL, SEALED CHAIN, REAR BRAKE DISC GUARD, & SIDE STAND

• Revised intake & exhaust systems and optimized FI settings for improved engine performance

• Coned disc-spring hydraulic clutch

• Showa 49mm coil-spring fork and New Uni-Trak® rear suspension with Showa shock

• ODI lock-on grips

• ERGO-FIT® adjustable components for ride position optimization

• Streamlined ergonomics for easy rider movement

• Quick-release side cover offers tool-less air filter access

• 12V bullet terminals front and rear for aftermarket accessories

• LEAVE THEM IN THE DUST

Ride with championship-ready confidence on the 2027 KX™450FX cross-country motorcycle. An updated frame, revised suspension settings, and refined rider ergonomics offer sharper handling and greater rider connection, while Brembo brake components supply elite stopping power.

• BUILT TO WIN

The 2027 KX™450FX cross-country motorcycle helps you stay ahead of the pack from the starting gate to the finish line. Refined from intake to exhaust, the race-ready engine delivers broad, usable torque and responsive power across the rev range.

• TRANSFORM THE PLAYING FIELD

The 2027 KX™450FX cross-country motorcycle places advanced tech at your fingertips. Kawasaki TRaction Control (KTRC), Power Mode Selection, and Launch Control Mode are all conveniently accessible. For riders who crave more control, next-generation RIDEOLOGY THE APP KX™2 offers advanced tuning and more connectivity than ever before.

• LOOK ALIVE

Cross-country accessories, sharp new bodywork, and rider-focused ergonomics give the 2027 KX™450FX cross-country motorcycle a purposeful race-ready look and feel. From Kawasaki-exclusive ERGO-FIT® adjustable components to quick filter access, every detail keeps riders comfortable, connected, and ready to perform.