Kawasaki is bringing the two stroke back!

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We can only assume at this point that something behind the scenes has happened to truly delay the release of this bike, and this isn't intentional... right?

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Swap said way back in June that his sources in Japan said release was delayed to the ‘27 model year.

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These restyle kits just don’t work for Kawi’s IMO.. the lines of the bike just never match the flow of the plastics and it ends up looking like some cheap import bike

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Kelz87 wrote:
These restyle kits just don’t work for Kawi’s IMO.. the lines of the bike just never match the flow of the plastics and it ends up...

These restyle kits just don’t work for Kawi’s IMO.. the lines of the bike just never match the flow of the plastics and it ends up looking like some cheap import bike

The restyle kits don't look good, but the bikes can look great if you do it properly.

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We can only assume at this point that something behind the scenes has happened to truly delay the release of this bike, and this isn't intentional...

We can only assume at this point that something behind the scenes has happened to truly delay the release of this bike, and this isn't intentional... right?

Or they just announced it initially to gauge market reaction and see if it would be worthwhile to continue? There were reports right after the initial announcement that they were testing steel vs aluminum frames, allegedly 

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waiting on kawi like 

waiting on kawi like 

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Dog is like “Thanks baby. That helps” lol

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-MAVERICK- wrote:
The restyle kits don't look good, but the bikes can look great if you do it properly.

The restyle kits don't look good, but the bikes can look great if you do it properly.

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Those bikes look pretty tough 👍

The restyle kits just need graphics

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We can only assume at this point that something behind the scenes has happened to truly delay the release of this bike, and this isn't intentional...

We can only assume at this point that something behind the scenes has happened to truly delay the release of this bike, and this isn't intentional... right?

When it was teased back in January, I'm pretty sure the plan was for it to be a late 26 release date. 

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We can only assume at this point that something behind the scenes has happened to truly delay the release of this bike, and this isn't intentional...

We can only assume at this point that something behind the scenes has happened to truly delay the release of this bike, and this isn't intentional... right?

Zoom wrote:

When it was teased back in January, I'm pretty sure the plan was for it to be a late 26 release date. 

I think there’s still a decent chance we get more news before the year is up. I’ve been told November more than once.

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user760a wrote:
I am not a two stroke guy but I am interested so I watch this thread. Owned multiple KX125's/KX250's decades ago. You two stroke guys are...

I am not a two stroke guy but I am interested so I watch this thread. Owned multiple KX125's/KX250's decades ago. You two stroke guys are like Charlie Brown, running to kick the football and it gets pulled away every time. Go buy a Beta. Go buy a Sherco.... buy from the companies that care about two strokes and offer fantastic options right now!! stop trying to kick the japanese two stroke football

 

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I really hope they come out with all new 85s and 65s, revamping their small bike program, along with a 250, 125/150, and maybe a 300.

A lot of kids are racing 125s these days 

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Kelz87 wrote:
These restyle kits just don’t work for Kawi’s IMO.. the lines of the bike just never match the flow of the plastics and it ends up...

These restyle kits just don’t work for Kawi’s IMO.. the lines of the bike just never match the flow of the plastics and it ends up looking like some cheap import bike

-MAVERICK- wrote:
The restyle kits don't look good, but the bikes can look great if you do it properly.

The restyle kits don't look good, but the bikes can look great if you do it properly.

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Oh yeah, and it’s a lot more work and money too (That particular bike inspired my KX125)

The restyle kit came out shortly after, and I was bummed at first because it was going to be so much cheaper and more simple..but after seeing the results, I was happier with how mine looks

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9/16/2025 9:55pm
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Things I’ve given up interest on:- New Kawasaki two strokes- Updated Suzuki RMZs with an e-start- Yamaha making a YZ350F- RC to unlock his potential in...

Things I’ve given up interest on:

- New Kawasaki two strokes

- Updated Suzuki RMZs with an e-start

- Yamaha making a YZ350F

- RC to unlock his potential in the sx booth

- The PulpMX app to come out on Friday 

Suzuki just came out with a new GSXR the current CEO is supposedly set on bringing a whole new line of street bikes and RMZs. Wouldn’t...

Suzuki just came out with a new GSXR the current CEO is supposedly set on bringing a whole new line of street bikes and RMZs. Wouldn’t be surprised if we see it in a year or two. 

Going off the article Lewis posted today this seems very likely. Imagine a world where Suzuki made two stroke again?!? Doubtful, but hey a new RMZ450 would be awesome! 

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9/17/2025 6:24am
ML512 wrote:

I think there’s still a decent chance we get more news before the year is up. I’ve been told November more than once.

This is what was suggested to me. News coming in the fall, actual product 8-9 months out (putting us into summer 2026).

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shortty761 wrote:
I really hope they come out with all new 85s and 65s, revamping their small bike program, along with a 250, 125/150, and maybe a 300.A...

I really hope they come out with all new 85s and 65s, revamping their small bike program, along with a 250, 125/150, and maybe a 300.

A lot of kids are racing 125s these days 

The 2026 KX65 has been released but the KX 85/112 has not yet been released. 

https://www.kawasaki.com/en-us/motorcycle/kx/kx-youth-mx/kx-65

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Kelz87 wrote:
Things I’ve given up interest on:- New Kawasaki two strokes- Updated Suzuki RMZs with an e-start- Yamaha making a YZ350F- RC to unlock his potential in...

Things I’ve given up interest on:

- New Kawasaki two strokes

- Updated Suzuki RMZs with an e-start

- Yamaha making a YZ350F

- RC to unlock his potential in the sx booth

- The PulpMX app to come out on Friday 

Suzuki just came out with a new GSXR the current CEO is supposedly set on bringing a whole new line of street bikes and RMZs. Wouldn’t...

Suzuki just came out with a new GSXR the current CEO is supposedly set on bringing a whole new line of street bikes and RMZs. Wouldn’t be surprised if we see it in a year or two. 

Going off the article Lewis posted today this seems very likely. Imagine a world where Suzuki made two stroke again?!? Doubtful, but hey a new RMZ450...

Going off the article Lewis posted today this seems very likely. Imagine a world where Suzuki made two stroke again?!? Doubtful, but hey a new RMZ450 would be awesome! 

My life would be complete if Suzuki released a new 2 stroke 250/300. 

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My life would be complete if Suzuki released a new 2 stroke 250/300. 

Normally in the used market and don't like financing toys but I'm getting the first brand new RM available

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Kelz87 wrote:
 Oh yeah, and it’s a lot more work and money too (That particular bike inspired my KX125)The restyle kit came out shortly after, and I was...

 

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Oh yeah, and it’s a lot more work and money too (That particular bike inspired my KX125)

The restyle kit came out shortly after, and I was bummed at first because it was going to be so much cheaper and more simple..but after seeing the results, I was happier with how mine looks

These custom conversions from that generation do look good. The new polysport kit looks like a bag of smashed assholes.

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Keefer said more news maybe in Nov. Few other reputable sources have hinted this summer of the 250/300 models being released first. One being Mx other a real enduro. Modern day KDX. Then a 125 was follow along little later on.
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Kelz87 wrote:
 Oh yeah, and it’s a lot more work and money too (That particular bike inspired my KX125)The restyle kit came out shortly after, and I was...

 

IMG 4389 2.jpeg?VersionId=32zQoo72Bgr8PvDQiBOau

Oh yeah, and it’s a lot more work and money too (That particular bike inspired my KX125)

The restyle kit came out shortly after, and I was bummed at first because it was going to be so much cheaper and more simple..but after seeing the results, I was happier with how mine looks

These custom conversions from that generation do look good. The new polysport kit looks like a bag of smashed assholes.

You are being far too kind to the Polisport kit

 

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These custom conversions from that generation do look good. The new polysport kit looks like a bag of smashed assholes.

Holy shit, you are not lying. 🤢

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This generation does look great though, IMO:

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-MAVERICK- wrote:
The restyle kits don't look good, but the bikes can look great if you do it properly.

The restyle kits don't look good, but the bikes can look great if you do it properly.

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If I had a 97-99 CR I would put different plastics on it. Not sure if I would do a new new one but maybe a ‘03 or something.

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shortty761 wrote:
I really hope they come out with all new 85s and 65s, revamping their small bike program, along with a 250, 125/150, and maybe a 300.A...

I really hope they come out with all new 85s and 65s, revamping their small bike program, along with a 250, 125/150, and maybe a 300.

A lot of kids are racing 125s these days 

200 and 300 has been mentioned of late. 

Don't worry none about them little ppl bikes. Adults first, come awn nowWink

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Kawi dealer here. What we have been told:

125 or 150 2 stroke mx bike coming.

250 or 300 2 stroke enduro model coming

325 4 stroke mx bike coming. That Drew Adams #300 picture was intentional.

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Kawi dealer here. What we have been told:125 or 150 2 stroke mx bike coming.250 or 300 2 stroke enduro model coming325 4 stroke mx bike...

Kawi dealer here. What we have been told:

125 or 150 2 stroke mx bike coming.

250 or 300 2 stroke enduro model coming

325 4 stroke mx bike coming. That Drew Adams #300 picture was intentional.

Anything about the 65, 85/112?

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woodsryder wrote:
Kawi dealer here. What we have been told:125 or 150 2 stroke mx bike coming.250 or 300 2 stroke enduro model coming325 4 stroke mx bike...

Kawi dealer here. What we have been told:

125 or 150 2 stroke mx bike coming.

250 or 300 2 stroke enduro model coming

325 4 stroke mx bike coming. That Drew Adams #300 picture was intentional.

Cool to know. Man, I’ve only got about a 1000 questions if you have about 2-3 hours 😎

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woodsryder wrote:
Kawi dealer here. What we have been told:125 or 150 2 stroke mx bike coming.250 or 300 2 stroke enduro model coming325 4 stroke mx bike...

Kawi dealer here. What we have been told:

125 or 150 2 stroke mx bike coming.

250 or 300 2 stroke enduro model coming

325 4 stroke mx bike coming. That Drew Adams #300 picture was intentional.

My brothers a dealer and hasn't heard all that. But I hope what you heard is accurate and so doess he! 

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woodsryder wrote:
Kawi dealer here. What we have been told:125 or 150 2 stroke mx bike coming.250 or 300 2 stroke enduro model coming325 4 stroke mx bike...

Kawi dealer here. What we have been told:

125 or 150 2 stroke mx bike coming.

250 or 300 2 stroke enduro model coming

325 4 stroke mx bike coming. That Drew Adams #300 picture was intentional.

Indy mxer wrote:

My brothers a dealer and hasn't heard all that. But I hope what you heard is accurate and so doess he! 

Our rep was in Wednesday. 

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