The 2005 Kawasaki's have just been revealed, and so far, the changes are modest. We say so far because we have yet to receive information on the 250cc-class machines. We're expecting some big changes from Kawasaki on the 2005 KX250, and the much-anticipated KX450F thumper.
Kawasaki's KX250F (RM-Z250) received the most upgrades aimed at improving its performance for advanced riders. Kawasaki remains competitive with a full line of minis sporting new graphics for '05.
Click here to see photos, and our first test of the 2005 Kawasaki KX250F.
| 2005 Kawasaki KX250F |
| Suggested Retail | $5,599 |
| Engine Type | 249cc, 4-stroke single, liquid-cooled, DOHC |
| Bore and Stroke | 77.0 mm x 53.6 mm |
| Front Brake | Single Hydraulic Disc |
| Rear Brake | Single Hydraulic Disc |
| Wheelbase | 58.1 inches (1475 mm) |
| Dry Weight | 204 pounds (92.5 kg) |
| 2005 Kawasaki KX125 |
| Engine Type | 124cc two-stroke single cylinder with KIPS® |
| Bore and Stroke | 54.0 mm x 54.5 mm |
| Transmission | 6-speed |
| Front Brake | Hydraulic Disc |
| Rear Brake | Hydraulic Disc |
| Wheelbase | 57.9 inches (1450 mm) |
| Dry Weight | 192 pounds (87 kg) |
| 2005 Kawasaki KX100 |
| Engine Type | 99cc two-stroke single with KIPS® |
| Bore and Stroke | 52.5 mm x 45.8 mm |
| Transmission | 6-speed |
| Front Brake | Hydraulic Disc |
| Rear Brake | Hydraulic Disc |
| Wheelbase | 50.8 inches |
| Dry Weight | 149.9 pounds |
| 2005 Kawasaki KX85 |
| Engine Type | 84cc two-stroke single with KIPS® |
| Bore and Stroke | 48.5 mm x 45.8 mm |
| Transmission | 6-speed |
| Front Brake | Hydraulic Disc |
| Rear Brake | Hydraulic Disc |
| Wheelbase | 49.4 inches |
| Dry Weight | 143.3 pounds |
| 2005 Kawasaki KX65 |
| Engine Type | 64.7cc two-stroke single |
| Bore and Stroke | 44.5 mm x 41.6 mm |
| Transmission | 6-speed |
| Front Brake | Hydraulic Disc |
| Rear Brake | Hydraulic Disc |
| Wheelbase | 44.1 inches |
| Dry Weight | 125.6 pounds |