Kawasaki unveils new season KX450

Kawasaki’s new KX450 represents its first full-model change in five years. It benefits from a new frame and bodywork, plus increased engine performance, thanks to a symmetrically aligned intake and exhaust. In terms of tech highlights, the 2024 KX450 features, for the first time, power modes and traction control, with two engine maps and two levels of traction control selectable from switches on the handlebar. Additionally, smartphone connectivity allows riders to adjust engine mapping directly from their phones, including fuel and ignition timing, while maintenance logs are also available. The KX450 will be available in November, with pricing to be confirmed shortly.