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5. 2015 Kawasaki KX 450F
Combined rating:99
The 2015 Kawasaki KX 450F is one of the top off-road motorcycles on the roads today. The bike has an overall rating of 99, and a starting price of $8,699. The KX 450F is powered by a 449cc 4-stroke engine that is larger than average for a four stroke dirt bike. The seat for the model sets 37.8 inches off of the ground which is slightly taller than normal. The fuel tank is 16% smaller than average at 1.64 gallons resulting in the bike giving up some range. The engine is a four-valve, liquid-cooled, DOHC, single cylinder with a bore size of 3.78 inches and stroke length of 2.44 inches resulting in it being oversquare and producing more power than engines with a smaller bore. The model also features electronic fuel injection and ignition helping to ensure a consistent throttle response.
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