Kawasaki KX 450 vs Suzuki RM Z450 Comparison

From The Experts

Things we like	Light and agile to handle Well-tuned suspension for off-road riding Read More	Durable and reliable mechanicals Agile handling Read More
Things we don't like	Not legal for streets Tall seat height trouble for short riders Read More	Stiff ride quality Lack of features Read More

Engine & Performance

Displacement	449 cc	449 cc
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	6.2 L	6.3 L
Exhaust Pipes	Single Exhaust	Single Exhaust
Injection Type	Fuel Injection	--
Engine Type	Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid Cooled Engine	Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC Engine
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Valve Configuration	DOHC	DOHC
Valves Per Cylinder	4	--
No. Of Cylinder	1	1
Bore X Stroke	96.0 mm x 62.1 mm	96 mm x 62.1 mm
Compression Ratio	12.5:1	12.5:1
No. Of Strokes	4-Stroke	4-Stroke
Drive Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Clutch Type	Wet, Multi-Disc	--
Fuel Consumption	25 kmpl	25 kmpl
Lubrication System	--	Wet Sump

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Dimension

Category	Off Road	Off Road
Length	2185 mm	2175 mm
Seating Capacity	1	1
Seat Height	955 mm	960 mm
Ground Clearance	340 mm	330 mm
Kerb Weight	110.1 kg	112 kg
Width	820 mm	835 mm
Height	1265 mm	1260 mm
Wheel Base	1480 mm	1480 mm

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Fuel & Ignition

Start Option	Electric	Electric
Fuel Type	Gasoline	Gasoline
Ignition System	--	Electronic ignition
Fuel Supply System	--	Fuel Injection

Electrical

Charger Type	No	--
Battery Voltage	12 V	12 V
Battery Charge Time	No	--

Wheels & Tyres

Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Front Tyre	80/100 R21	80/100 R21
Rear Wheel Size	R19	R19
Rear Tyre	120/80 R19	100/90 R19
Front Wheel Size	R21	R21

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension	Inverted Fork	Inverted Telescopic
Rear Suspension	Spring Preload	Link Type

Gear & Transmission

Gear Box	5-Speed	5-Speed
Transmission Type	Manual	Manual

Safety & Security

ABS	No	No
Pass Switch	No	Yes
Shutter Lock	No	--
Engine Check Warning	No	--
Leg Guards	No	No
Launch Control	No	No
Traction Control	No	--
Back Rest	No	No
Riding Modes	Off Road Off Road	Off Road Off Road

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Console

Navigator	No	--
Oil Change Indicator	No	--
Tachometer	No	--
Tripmeter	No	--
Side Stand Indicator	No	--

Electrical

Adjustable Headlights	No	Yes
Accessory Outlet	No	--

Brake

Rear Brake	Disc Disc	Disc Disc
Front Brake	Disc Disc	Disc Disc

Chassis & Suspension

Side Wings	Yes	Yes
Chrome Garnish	Yes	--
Seat Type	Single Seat Single Seat	Single Seat Single Seat

Differentiating Features

Height Adjustable Seats	No	No
Cruise Control	No	No