Kawasaki's Two-Stroke is Real, the KX327 is Here

6/2/2026 2:49pm
sandman768 wrote:
Now the guys that claim they would buy it if someone made it…have to show up…..when the new KtM 300Sx came out, lots of older guys...

Now the guys that claim they would buy it if someone made it…have to show up…..when the new KtM 300Sx came out, lots of older guys, claiming to be 2 stroke riders bought them…..then many realized a 2 stroke requires more effort and better physical conditioning…….hence the for sale at 4hrs…. Going different direction, were plentiful….I look forward to the ride reports👍well done Kawasaki…maybe that GNCC Baylor guy will race one…

OldTech wrote:
I went to my local dealership at lunch and attempted to put a deposit on one. The guy with the man bun said kawasaki doesn't make...

I went to my local dealership at lunch and attempted to put a deposit on one. The guy with the man bun said kawasaki doesn't make such a machine. Then I showed them Vital and he said they didn't know if they were going to order one...it was like pulling teeth. Freaking millinials!

I called my local small country dealer to put a deposit . He didn’t know about the bike tell he got the first call today from someone trying put a deposit.  he did  take my deposit I’m the fourth one on the list for one. And that was only 3 hours after the internet release and it’s a small country dealer . He said he talked to his rep and all the dealers are getting slammed from people trying put deposit . Not sure on the final msrp price CDN and date for delivery. But he said the rep told him he will know later this week or next on the price and amount of bikes he can get . Fingers cross I can get one 

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Not a Kawi guy but you could bend a horse shoe on my you know what right now 

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I put a deposit on one today too, I went for the X. 
It’ll be interesting to see how things shake out this fall. 

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6/2/2026 3:06pm
mx251 wrote:

Whelp, since its not a 330 I'm out

mxrose3 wrote:
The KTM 150 is really a 144.The KTM 300 is really a 293.2Props to Kawasaki for telling it like it is.    When you are playing...

The KTM 150 is really a 144.

The KTM 300 is really a 293.2

Props to Kawasaki for telling it like it is.    When you are playing with bore and stroke, who knows where you will land.

mx251 wrote:

For someone from Ireland you do not see the Irony!

 

LOL!   I get it...    just too many ppl questioning the 327.    Hell, that was great Chevy engine.

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Kawi really did the homework, bikes look rad. I can’t wait to see some  footage of fast guys on them. And what they think. 

KYB but not the SSS stuff I’d guess?

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Just looked and the Husky TC 300 is listed as 219.5 lbs?

https://www.husqvarna-motorcycles.com/en-us/models/motocross/heritage/t…

Broseph wrote:

That’s without fuel. Japanese companies always list weight with a full tank and KTM doesn’t. Add 12-14lbs to the Husky. 

Are you sure about that?   They list their 250f without fuel, so why would the 327 be any different?https://www.kawasaki.com/en-us/motorcycle/kx/full-size-mx/kx-250f/2027-kx250f 

Are you sure about that?   They list their 250f without fuel, so why would the 327 be any different?

https://www.kawasaki.com/en-us/motorcycle/kx/full-size-mx/kx-250f/2027-kx250f

Screenshot 2026-06-02 at 12.14.01%E2%80%AFPM

 

Guess I’m not sure. Thought their 250f was lighter. Looks like the 327 is a bit of a porker after all. 

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Really happy kawi finally started adding offroad parts that people actually want. Clear tank, hand guards, a real skid plate, 6 speed trans, and a tucked...

Really happy kawi finally started adding offroad parts that people actually want. Clear tank, hand guards, a real skid plate, 6 speed trans, and a tucked up kickstand. This bike is going to look sweet with a blue seat cover. Reminds me of a 87 KX with the blue and white shroud graphics.

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I would buy that graphics kit.

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With the 327 out, next is the 450 being changed to a 454. 

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NickoBrap wrote:

KDX version when? 

TeamGreen wrote:
The “X” is what we get…I’m gonna “KDX” it myself. Add lights…change the nomenclature on the graphics…Voila.Gonna be a good time to let the good times...

The “X” is what we get…I’m gonna “KDX” it myself. Add lights…change the nomenclature on the graphics…

Voila.

Gonna be a good time to let the good times roll.

NickoBrap wrote:
The 450X comes pre wired for headlight according to the release. Hopefully the 327 does as well. So what you're saying is..... You're going to give it...

The 450X comes pre wired for headlight according to the release. Hopefully the 327 does as well. 

So what you're saying is..... You're going to give it.... The D?

I’ll be surprised…and very stoked…if it’ll run a legit headlight without a “rewind”. But, it’s not likely. That Baja Designs XL80 likes plenty of juice. 

I’m guessing the bike will probably run a Baja D Squadron Pro or Sport in stock config. 

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Ob917 wrote:
Kawi really did the homework, bikes look rad. I can’t wait to see some  footage of fast guys on them. And what they think. KYB but not...

Kawi really did the homework, bikes look rad. I can’t wait to see some  footage of fast guys on them. And what they think. 

KYB but not the SSS stuff I’d guess?

The SSS is just Yamaha marketing same basic fork different valving  and Springs.

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6/2/2026 3:25pm
Broseph wrote:

That’s without fuel. Japanese companies always list weight with a full tank and KTM doesn’t. Add 12-14lbs to the Husky. 

Are you sure about that?   They list their 250f without fuel, so why would the 327 be any different?https://www.kawasaki.com/en-us/motorcycle/kx/full-size-mx/kx-250f/2027-kx250f 

Are you sure about that?   They list their 250f without fuel, so why would the 327 be any different?

https://www.kawasaki.com/en-us/motorcycle/kx/full-size-mx/kx-250f/2027-kx250f

Screenshot 2026-06-02 at 12.14.01%E2%80%AFPM

 

Broseph wrote:

Guess I’m not sure. Thought their 250f was lighter. Looks like the 327 is a bit of a porker after all. 

I knew the moment I saw the aluminum frame + TPI + counterbalancer it would be weighty.  The Stark Varg is super heavy by all standards but the added weight doesn't affect handling like you'd think it might. 

Heavier bikes are generally more stable in the rough stuff, too. Better for off road and desert at least. 

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6/2/2026 3:48pm
MoogenKen wrote:

Let there be no doubt, this is a “Vet Weapon Bike”! 

 I will bet a dollar to a doughnut that Kawasaki had us gray hairs in mind. 

Baby-boomer 327...  Make'n me smile all day..  finally some good news.....

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6/2/2026 3:51pm
davis224 wrote:
Is it just me, or do the pictures of the two stroke look animated? Like on a graphics company's website where they show you a "preview"...

Is it just me, or do the pictures of the two stroke look animated? Like on a graphics company's website where they show you a "preview" of your bike. The motor and chain in particular look oddly clean and bright. Is this just a mock up or just weird lighting?

It's definitely heavily filtered as-the-least...  Front tire make me think the whole picture is CGI

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6/2/2026 3:59pm
Squint and it will look something close to this with hair and makeup:

Squint and it will look something close to this with hair and makeup:

327

We can work with gold rims. 👍😃

It's a shame new bikes are still coming with those 20 YO black hoops. Never cared for them (make it look heavy) and really don't like the Dalmation look when they get some time on them. Stick with silver or gold. 

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Zoom wrote:

With the 327 out, next is the 450 being changed to a 454. 

technically, it is a 449....  Mopar fans would love this.

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6/2/2026 4:14pm
KurtJ99 wrote:

2003-2005 YZ426?

Crush wrote:

Touche, but still! 😂

1911 wrote:
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That thing was horrid.  It makes the YZ490 seem easy to jet🙄 and the frame broke weekly.  Not one of Team Green's best for sure.

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6/2/2026 4:25pm Edited Date/Time 6/2/2026 4:26pm
OleTex2 wrote:

YaaaaHooooo! Thank you Kawasaki! 

Did I miss the engine specs in the article? I’m curious if it’s an under square or over square engine? Or square? 

Slightly oversquare.. 66mm bore x 76mm stroke 

The previous and last KX250 generation (05-08) was undersquare 66mm bore x 72mm stroke

Thank you! I’m sure you meant under square 😎

That explains the linear power band. Reminds me of the RM370. It also had an under square engine: 


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mx251 wrote:

Whelp, since its not a 330 I'm out

mxrose3 wrote:
The KTM 150 is really a 144.The KTM 300 is really a 293.2Props to Kawasaki for telling it like it is.    When you are playing...

The KTM 150 is really a 144.

The KTM 300 is really a 293.2

Props to Kawasaki for telling it like it is.    When you are playing with bore and stroke, who knows where you will land.

And the original Honda Open class bike, the horrible 1981 CR450R was really 431cc.
Suzuki was even stranger.  The 1978 RM400 was 402cc.  The 79 & 80 models were 417cc.

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6/2/2026 4:29pm
mx251 wrote:

Whelp, since its not a 330 I'm out

mxrose3 wrote:
The KTM 150 is really a 144.The KTM 300 is really a 293.2Props to Kawasaki for telling it like it is.    When you are playing...

The KTM 150 is really a 144.

The KTM 300 is really a 293.2

Props to Kawasaki for telling it like it is.    When you are playing with bore and stroke, who knows where you will land.

Dave v3.0 wrote:
And the original Honda Open class bike, the horrible 1981 CR450R was really 431cc.Suzuki was even stranger.  The 1978 RM400 was 402cc.  The 79 & 80...

And the original Honda Open class bike, the horrible 1981 CR450R was really 431cc.
Suzuki was even stranger.  The 1978 RM400 was 402cc.  The 79 & 80 models were 417cc.

And my 520 SX was only 510.4cc 

Still hacked about it. 😄

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6/2/2026 4:33pm
face biter wrote:

I put a deposit on one today too, I went for the X. 
It’ll be interesting to see how things shake out this fall. 

I’m still up in the air on the mx and x . All my friends ride trails now so thinking might be smarter get the x with the 18 inch rear wheel 

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6/2/2026 4:52pm Edited Date/Time 6/2/2026 4:55pm

A couple gifs to show the changes.

KX327 Left
2007 KX250 vs. 2027 KX327 (Left)
KX327 Right
2007 KX250 vs. 2027 KX327 (Right)

 

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Crush wrote:

Touche, but still! 😂

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Dave v3.0 wrote:

That thing was horrid.  It makes the YZ490 seem easy to jet🙄 and the frame broke weekly.  Not one of Team Green's best for sure.

Kawasaki guru's were probably doing 420 while they were developing that bike.    That slang wasn't out yet, but maybe they started it. 😆

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Pat327 wrote:
A couple gifs to show the changes.  

A couple gifs to show the changes.

KX327 Left
2007 KX250 vs. 2027 KX327 (Left)
KX327 Right
2007 KX250 vs. 2027 KX327 (Right)

 

Wonder where the CG of each is, because that makes it look like the engine in the new bike sits several inches higher than the old KX. 🤔

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Might have to make a return to my screen name in the next year or two... kind of unfortunate i just got myself a new bike, but in reality it was perfect timing. It'll give them a year to figure out the bugs.

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Here yall go 


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M1000 wrote:

Still have my 79 Husqvarna cr390, with a six speed tranny. 

Lastander wrote:

I have a 1979 Simonini 125, with a 7 speed..

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But I don't think that's the 7-speeder.

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Here yall go 

Here yall go 


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Top one is mo-bettah. 👍

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Here yall go 

Here yall go 


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Top one is mo-bettah. 👍

I agree, the silver rims are a nice touch after 20 years of black rims on new bikes lol

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I called my local small country dealer to put a deposit . He didn’t know about the bike tell he got the first call today from...

I called my local small country dealer to put a deposit . He didn’t know about the bike tell he got the first call today from someone trying put a deposit.  he did  take my deposit I’m the fourth one on the list for one. And that was only 3 hours after the internet release and it’s a small country dealer . He said he talked to his rep and all the dealers are getting slammed from people trying put deposit . Not sure on the final msrp price CDN and date for delivery. But he said the rep told him he will know later this week or next on the price and amount of bikes he can get . Fingers cross I can get one 

I had 5k in my pocket and they didn't even ask me to sit down. Let me walk...

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Guess I’ll have to take the updated plastics off my 2004 now.

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