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Thanks for the 1.8 rad cap part number.
Thats weird that they won't offer filters for oem cage. Where did that info come from?
Most likely they know they don’t like the original design and don’t want to sell a filter that still won’t seal properly and have people blame them
Another map to try from the Dirt Bike Magazine crew:
https://dirtbikemagazine.com/riding-the-2024-kawasaki-kx450-the-wrap/
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So the stock filter has a poor seal? That sounds weird.
Twin Air. There is a reason GP bikes are running a different set up.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6i7lhPojgVc
This test ride was more in line with what I thought about the bike initially.
I've been on 2 strokes the past 6 + years , and the 24' Kawi 450 has my attention. Looks to be a great bike so far.
Got to break mine in today. Coming off a 21 KTM 450 sx-f, and I am not disappointed. The motor definitely has a different character than the KTM, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. I was worried I’d feel like it was missing something at around ~240 lbs, but keep it higher in the rpm and it loves it.
This bike turns really nice though. Got comfortable really quickly. Back end will slide a bit more than the KTM did. Also pleasantly surprised by the suspension, seemed to deal with my weight really well. I think I’ll just throw the correct springs in and run stock valving and go from there.
One thing I can’t figure out is where to access the hour meter within the app though. I couldn’t see it anywhere.
Had my first ride on the 450X today! Coming off of a 19, 21 and 22 plus a KTM 300XC TPI, was pretty impressed with the new 24! Track was hard pack and slippery so not the best conditions to evaluate overall power, but really appreciated the smooth and tractable power. New chassis definitely puts more weight on the front end and as as front end steering rider, its a big upgrade! Brembo front brake is awesome as well.
With the softer X suspension, on the harder jump landings, would bottom the forks. Plan to add a little oil for bottoming resistance, suspension felt very plush.
Overall, very happy after the first ride!
Does the front end dive or ride low with all that weight on it?
The front end felt like it was staying higher in the stroke and not riding lower. Given the track was hard pack and there wasn't much for braking bumps, probably not the best test for front end diving compared to a rougher, softer track. I think with added oil it will be pretty good for me.
Twin Air power flow kit shipping late Jan to mid February 2024 - maybe. Too long to wait IMO.
OEM filters in short supply I hear….
DT1? No Toil?
here is your opportunity to get the jump on the slow dutchies at Twin Air, get on it boys…
South Texas 1st ride review:
Last 3 bikes were 21, 22, & 23 yz450. Loved the stability of the 21 & 22. Never got comfortable on the 23 even after clamps, motor mounts and Enzo suspension. Bike was just twitchy and unpredictable to me.
First thing I noticed on the KX450 was how amazing the stability is, very predictable and can carry momentum where others are off the throttle due to chop. The power is nothing like the powerhouses of Honda or Yamaha but it allows you to carry your speed/ momentum without upsetting the bike. Ergonomics felt great and took no time to get comfy. Only negative is it has 2 maps allowed on the switch but you can only upload 1 map into the map 1 setting and automatically map 2 will be a mellow version of map 1. Also no hour meter in the app.
Overall if you’re looking for a very stable bike right out of the box that’s predictable and confidence inspiring then you need to try one.
You’re onto something on the adding oil front, that’s exactly what I’m predicting will help as well. Went in a few clicks on compression, which held it higher, but the action wasn’t as plush.
Question: What fork height did the KX450X come set at? Went from 5mm (OE spec) to 2.5mm on a standard KX450 and really appreciated the change. Wouldn’t be surprised if some like to flush em’ out for extremely fast MX and off-road use.
“Only negative is it has 2 maps allowed on the switch but you can only upload 1 map into the map 1 setting and automatically map 2 will be a mellow version of map 1.”
Think Keefer said you can overwrite map 2 also if currently selected map is map 2 when you upload new map.
So if above is true then would map 1 be a stronger version of map 2 automatically (reverse of what you’re saying)?
What is the stock oil volume on the 24? The 19 -23 was a really low 310cc.
From my understanding of what keefer and ML have reported is that if you upload a map in map 2 it won’t correlate like we would think it would. ML can you clarify that please.
Pit Row
More air to the motor is said to show big increase in power.
Not sure about the standard 450, but in the manual for the X, it states that 310cc of oil. From previous setups, I found 350-370 seemed to be the right amount.
Ok thanks. Looked it up on Race Tech and they had the 24 on there and it says 370cc for the 24 KX so maybe lower oil height and spring rate(?) might be the only difference between the MX an the X?
From the 2024 KX450 and 450X service manual
well the new "slow" 2024 KX450 just pulled the holeshot in vet 35 + at mini o's....kind of interesting that such a slow machine could pull a holeshot.
And Febvre sure was fast on the slow machine.
That dude goes fast no matter what bike he's riding
On the flip side a fast bike won’t make a slow rider fast.
Race Tech site was wrong on the factory setting but not on the recommended. Lol
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