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The new Kawasaki models: Z900 SE, Z900RS SE, KLX230S and KX450SR
The new Kawasaki models: Z900 SE, Z900RS SE, KLX230S and KX450SR
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The new Kawasaki models: Z900 SE, Z900RS SE, KLX230S and KX450SR
The Z650RS is the clear headliner among Kawasaki's 2022 releases. Four other models – two street and two dirt – might also tickle your fancy as variations on popular models.
Here's the rest of the 22s. The main theme that connects them all is the modified suspension compared to previous models, as well as additional hardware and technology for the three non-budget bikes.
A badder green villain.
2022 Kawasaki Z900 SE
The Z900 gets the SE treatment with this updated variation. The big news here is the addition of an Öhlins S46 rear shock with remotely adjustable preload and adjustable rebound damping. The Z900 SE also features a pair of Brembo M4.32 Monobloc calipers. Zack praised the base Z900's suspension in his first drive review, but these improvements make the Z sharper than ever.
SE probably stands for “Special Edition”, but could be “Suspension: Expensive”.
The only downside is a seven-pound weight increase (469,7 wet, claimed) and a price jump from $9.099 base to $10,699. It would have been nice to see better tires included in that price, but they will still appeal to riders who start upgrading suspension and brakes regardless.
Root beer/orange may have been the most memorable Z paint option, but “Yellow Ball” wasn't far behind. Z900RS SE. 2022 Kawasaki Z900 RS SE
The retro Z900RS is heavily based on the Z900, so Kawasaki took the opportunity to give their retro the SE treatment as well. The Öhlins S46 rear shock and Brembo M4.32 monobloc calipers are carried over, along with gold anodizing for the fork legs to match the shock... even though the fork isn't an Öhlins unit.
The brakes are the same spec as the Z H2. Z900RS SE.
The most interesting, if least useful, improvement is a limited re-release of Kawasaki's iconic "Yellow Ball" paint that dates back to the original Z bikes. SE paint and suspension carry a $2.000 premium over the base RS, though weight is somehow down slightly to 472 pounds.
Easier standover means more safety for shorter riders.
2022 Kawasaki KLX230S and KLX230S ABS
Moving into the dirt/dual-sport world, Kawasaki continues its series of suspension changes for the KLX230S and KLX230 ABS. These are shortened versions of the trusty KLX230 for riders who want an easier time getting into the dirt.
The lowered package comes at a slight premium over the standard version, but is still cheaper than purchasing a lowering kit and installing it yourself.
Seat height has been reduced from 34,8 inches to 32,7 inches, with corresponding reductions in travel of about two inches front and rear. Even so, reducing seat height and suspension travel is generally preferable to abandoning the 21/18 wheelset like some of the “small wheel” sport and motocross bikes offered by Japanese manufacturers in the past. The base KLX230S is €4,799 or €5,099 with ABS.
This is the closest you can get to owning a Kawasaki race bike, without actually buying one.
2022 Kawasaki KX450SR
SR stands for “Special Racer,” according to Kawasaki, and this limited model gets nose-to-tail upgrades with a race replica treatment based on the factory '21 Monster Energy Kawasaki motocross bike. Team Green's racing partners supply a range of high-performance components for this unique model aimed at the most avid enthusiasts.
A long list of upgrades distinguishes the “Special Racer”.
There's a titanium Pro Circuit Ti-6 Pro race exhaust, XTRIG ROCS-TECH triple clamps, a Progressive Handlebar Damping System (PHDS, also from XTRIG), DID Dirt Star ST-X alloy wheels, a chain gold DID, a Renthal crown, a Hinson clutch cover, and KYB front suspension with Diamond-Like Coating (DLC) on the fork legs for a stock racing look. Factory-style graphics complete the look. Finally, the KX450SR gets bright intake lights and special FI mapping for sharper performance. Pretend you're on the Monster Energy Kawasaki racing team for €12,399.
More new models will arrive in November, but for now it seems Kawi is focused on getting more out of the existing line with tweaks and special editions. Check back in a month or so for more green machine coverage.
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