2019 Kawasaki KX450F Info Released

mattyhamz2 6/14/2018 7:51am
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ricko wrote:
Transworld reporting best 450 Kawi has ever produced.
Have a buddy that was there yesterday and said all he heard all day was how great it was and very likely to be on top of the shootouts.
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Kris Keefer 6/14/2018 7:53am
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NeedMoto wrote:
I concur... just listened to itSmile
yz133rider wrote:
Im listening to it now. 55 minutes holy crap. I know they have to plug the sponsors etc. But it feels like so much beating around...
Im listening to it now. 55 minutes holy crap. I know they have to plug the sponsors etc. But it feels like so much beating around the bush. Tell me about the damn 450 already
BobPA wrote:
I miss being able to read articles. Why do I want to watch a 15+ minute video when I could read the same info in 3.
I miss being able to read articles. Why do I want to watch a 15+ minute video when I could read the same info in 3.
Noted. Re-structuring all of this next week. Thanks for listening, will be different in future..
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Idp57 6/14/2018 8:10am
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Kris Keefer wrote:
Noted. Re-structuring all of this next week. Thanks for listening, will be different in future..
The "10 thinks" format is pretty cool and easy to understand and read...............if you like reading Smile

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Kris Keefer 6/14/2018 8:18am
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Kris Keefer wrote:
Noted. Re-structuring all of this next week. Thanks for listening, will be different in future..
Idp57 wrote:
The "10 thinks" format is pretty cool and easy to understand and read...............if you like reading Smile
Thanks. I try to please both types of people with more avenues of content. But...Nonetheless the pod is getting re-stuctured so it's easier to follow along. It's all a learning curve.
Travis_Hudson 6/14/2018 8:20am
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Kris Keefer wrote:
Noted. Re-structuring all of this next week. Thanks for listening, will be different in future..
Idp57 wrote:
The "10 thinks" format is pretty cool and easy to understand and read...............if you like reading Smile
Kris Keefer wrote:
Thanks. I try to please both types of people with more avenues of content. But...Nonetheless the pod is getting re-stuctured so it's easier to follow along...
Thanks. I try to please both types of people with more avenues of content. But...Nonetheless the pod is getting re-stuctured so it's easier to follow along. It's all a learning curve.
Great first review Kris, I enjoyed it and am getting pretty amped about this bike!
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BobPA 6/14/2018 9:18am
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yz133rider wrote:
Im listening to it now. 55 minutes holy crap. I know they have to plug the sponsors etc. But it feels like so much beating around...
Im listening to it now. 55 minutes holy crap. I know they have to plug the sponsors etc. But it feels like so much beating around the bush. Tell me about the damn 450 already
BobPA wrote:
I miss being able to read articles. Why do I want to watch a 15+ minute video when I could read the same info in 3.
I miss being able to read articles. Why do I want to watch a 15+ minute video when I could read the same info in 3.
Kris Keefer wrote:
Noted. Re-structuring all of this next week. Thanks for listening, will be different in future..
Most likely sarcasm on your part. But, just in case it is not, big thumbs up from this guy...
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Kris Keefer 6/14/2018 9:23am
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BobPA wrote:
I miss being able to read articles. Why do I want to watch a 15+ minute video when I could read the same info in 3.
I miss being able to read articles. Why do I want to watch a 15+ minute video when I could read the same info in 3.
Kris Keefer wrote:
Noted. Re-structuring all of this next week. Thanks for listening, will be different in future..
BobPA wrote:
Most likely sarcasm on your part. But, just in case it is not, big thumbs up from this guy...
Not sarcasm Bob. It was already in the works, but I am re-structuring show a little. Stay tuned.....
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ML512 6/14/2018 9:25am
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Kris Keefer wrote:
Noted. Re-structuring all of this next week. Thanks for listening, will be different in future..
BobPA wrote:
Most likely sarcasm on your part. But, just in case it is not, big thumbs up from this guy...
Kris Keefer wrote:
Not sarcasm Bob. It was already in the works, but I am re-structuring show a little. Stay tuned.....
Kris, your post count is currently at 69...you can never post again...Laughing
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BobPA 6/14/2018 9:28am
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Kris Keefer wrote:
Noted. Re-structuring all of this next week. Thanks for listening, will be different in future..
BobPA wrote:
Most likely sarcasm on your part. But, just in case it is not, big thumbs up from this guy...
Kris Keefer wrote:
Not sarcasm Bob. It was already in the works, but I am re-structuring show a little. Stay tuned.....
Awesome. Much ty.
needforspeed78 6/14/2018 10:21am
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Hey ML, can you find out the spring rates front/rear, if this information is available to you?
Thanks!
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ML512 6/14/2018 10:41am
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needforspeed78 wrote:
Hey ML, can you find out the spring rates front/rear, if this information is available to you?
Thanks!
5.0NM fork springs.
54NM shock spring.
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bvm111 6/14/2018 10:44am
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Most important question... will my stockpile of oil filters and sprockets for my 16 fit?
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I'm curious if my torque drive clutch from 16-18 will fit? Also I've been getting pricing and they both were basically 10 OTD anyone else have numbers?
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kkawboy14 6/14/2018 11:49am
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ML512 wrote:
Here's our video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yo80bhl66lY Finishing my extended thoughts on an audio clip now. Feature should be up in the next 20 mins.
Here's our video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yo80bhl66lY

Finishing my extended thoughts on an audio clip now. Feature should be up in the next 20 mins.
I knew if I stuck with it for enough years kawasaki would have a shot to win something someday! Smile
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I have a 17 that I paid $6500 OTD for in the fall of 16 (8000-1500 from the Team Green dealio) with a Rekluse Core EXP, FMF Ti system, mapped and Cone Valve spring forks. As good as the 19 sounds, I'm just a lowly 40B MXer. I think I'll hang on to mine for another year or two as I really enjoy it.

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ledger 6/14/2018 12:00pm
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But will the plastics bolt on to a 03 KX125. Tongue
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Steadman 6/14/2018 1:35pm
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bvm111 wrote:
Most important question... will my stockpile of oil filters and sprockets for my 16 fit?
The oil filters will for sure (just cross referenced that) not so sure on the sprockets.

Edit-Sprockets will work.
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BobPA wrote:
Most likely sarcasm on your part. But, just in case it is not, big thumbs up from this guy...
Kris Keefer wrote:
Not sarcasm Bob. It was already in the works, but I am re-structuring show a little. Stay tuned.....
ML512 wrote:
Kris, your post count is currently at 69...you can never post again...Laughing
Just want to say to Michael, and Kris Keefer thank you for doing an amazing job talking technically, and with great attitude towards the testing of the new bikes coming out.
I listened to both just recently on the new KX, and I'll have to say great job.
You know what Pat Foster is awesome too.
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Kris Keefer 6/14/2018 2:10pm
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Kris Keefer wrote:
Not sarcasm Bob. It was already in the works, but I am re-structuring show a little. Stay tuned.....
ML512 wrote:
Kris, your post count is currently at 69...you can never post again...Laughing
Keep_Riding78 wrote:
Just want to say to Michael, and Kris Keefer thank you for doing an amazing job talking technically, and with great attitude towards the testing of...
Just want to say to Michael, and Kris Keefer thank you for doing an amazing job talking technically, and with great attitude towards the testing of the new bikes coming out.
I listened to both just recently on the new KX, and I'll have to say great job.
You know what Pat Foster is awesome too.
Thank you! Michael does a good job, Vital is lucky to have him. Pat is an awesome guy and know's what's up!
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Eddieg15 6/14/2018 3:23pm
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kb228 wrote:
Yeah, KTM is screwed.
Not. It's a green ktm but not as good!!!
Travis_Hudson 6/14/2018 3:42pm
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kb228 wrote:
Yeah, KTM is screwed.
Eddieg15 wrote:
Not. It's a green ktm but not as good!!!
I disagree.
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Kris Keefer wrote:
Noted. Re-structuring all of this next week. Thanks for listening, will be different in future..
BobPA wrote:
Most likely sarcasm on your part. But, just in case it is not, big thumbs up from this guy...
Kris Keefer wrote:
Not sarcasm Bob. It was already in the works, but I am re-structuring show a little. Stay tuned.....
You do an awesome job already trust me.
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You do an awesome job already trust me.
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bultokid 6/15/2018 7:05am
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$9200+ and it gained weight, just crazy to me that we're hitting the $10k zone and the bikes are all weighing closer to 250lbs now....mind blowing but that $3000 1981 Maico is equivalent to $9k today to keep it in perspective
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bultokid wrote:
$9200+ and it gained weight, just crazy to me that we're hitting the $10k zone and the bikes are all weighing closer to 250lbs now....mind blowing...
$9200+ and it gained weight, just crazy to me that we're hitting the $10k zone and the bikes are all weighing closer to 250lbs now....mind blowing but that $3000 1981 Maico is equivalent to $9k today to keep it in perspective
We have been loosing 50% purchasing power every 20 years thanks to the fed and BCE.
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MBR 6/15/2018 7:19am
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The KX actually felt lighter and turns easier that KTM or Husky. I think the engine character has lot to do with it besides the changes to the chassis.
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