Introduction
Launch pad to the big leagues
Once riders outgrow the mini ranks, they are often forced to
leap straight to a full-on Lites-class motorcycle. Providing
a seamless continuity from the mini ranks to the full-size classes
is the Kawasaki KX™100 motorcycle. With its larger wheels,
and tires, the KX100 provides adolescent racers with an appropriately-sized
machine, allowing them to focus on riding technique instead of
on controlling excessive power.
The KX100's bigger 99cc liquid-cooled, two-stroke engine breathes
through a 28mm carburetor with a carbon-fiber intake reed valve
to aid throttle response and is fitted with the Kawasaki Integrated
Power Valve System (KIPS®) that helps produce a broad powerband
with good low-end torque and top-end power. The engine is mated
to a smooth-shifting six-speed transmission, which gives the
KX100 a gear for every situation on the race track.
The engine is bolted into a high-tensile steel perimeter frame
that has a specially designed gas tank to lower the fuel load,
which lowers the center of gravity for improved handling. Adjustable
long-travel suspension at both ends helps to smooth even the
roughest motocross courses. The 36mm inverted cartridge fork
has compression damping adjustment capability and the UNI-TRAK®
rear suspension system comes equipped with a shock that is fully
adjustable for spring preload, compression and rebound damping.
In the braking department, both front and rear discs are mounted
with shoulder bolts for easier maintenance.
The KX100 also features aggressive Kawasaki Lime Green and Black
graphics just like larger KX models.
Those who race their KX100 at designated events are eligible
to receive support from Team Green™, Kawasaki's amateur
racing support program. Each year, Team
Green provides regional support vehicles and highly trained technicians
at more than 100 events, offering technical information and assistance
to those who race Kawasaki products. Kawasaki also offers a comprehensive
contingency program for amateur and professional riders who place
well at designated events.
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Features
Liquid-cooled Engine
- Right-hand engine cover provides a separate clutch cover for
quick servicing without removing the water pump cover
- Assures greater reliability
- Bridges between intake and exhaust ports are machine finished
for increased durability
- Magneto with lower inertial moment improves low-rpm response
- Rotor comes with rare-earth magnets the unitized piece
is small, light and more efficient
- Connecting rod big-end bearing has more rigid cage for improved
durability
- Intake port shape and cylinder skirt allow cooling air into
the crankcase chamber
- Primary gear is secured using a lock-nut to help reduce mechanical
noise
- Metafoam gaskets for the generator and water pump covers improve
sealing
Kawasaki Integrated Power Valve System (KIPS®)
- KIPS system varies exhaust port height for increased horsepower
and torque at all rpm's
- Produces a broad powerband with more low-end torque while retaining
excellent top-end power
- Breather in KIPS cover improves high-rpm and overrun performance
28mm Keihin Carburetor
- Crescent slide carburetor puts the needle closer to the intake
ports for excellent throttle response
- Adjustable for various conditions
Clutch
- Clutch hub rides on needle bearings for smooth action
- Large clutch plates are 119mm in diameter for durability and
control
- Clutch-release lever ratio provides light clutch lever action
- Thick clutch basket housing improves durability
- Clutch plate service cover simplifies maintenance and utilizes
a metal-carbon composite gasket
Six-speed Transmission
- Fifth and sixth gears on the input shaft ride on bushings for
added reliability
- Positive shifting action and rugged durability
- Allows the engine's full potential to be realized
- Provides oil level window
- Hard chrome-finished shift forks resist wear and seizure
High-tensile Steel Perimeter Frame
- Wide footpegs for better control, made of cast steel for strength
- Thick footpeg brackets withstand today's rigorous tracks
- Engine and chassis bolts have rust-resistant coating
Fuel Tank
- Positioned in the frame to lower center of gravity and improve
handling
UNI-TRAK® Rear Suspension
- Swingarm uses large cross-section beams for more rigidity and
control
- Swingarm incorporates cast-aluminum drive chain adjuster sections
for easy chain adjustments
- Flanged collars at the bearings to protect the seals from mud
- Fully adjustable shock with compression, rebound damping and
spring preload adjustments
36mm Inverted Cartridge Fork
- Upper tubes are made of aluminum and are 49.5mm in diameter
for excellent control and steering response
- Compression damping is 18-way adjustable
Front and Rear Disc Brakes
- Front brake lever shape offers better feel
- Forged-aluminum rear brake pedal is strong, lightweight and
features two seals at the pivot for smooth operation
Front and Rear Wheels
- Rear hub features two wheel bearings on the drive side of the
hub for durability
- Thick spokes are used in the front and rear for stronger wheels,
requiring less adjustment
- Light weight aluminum rims
Graphics
- Aggressive Kawasaki Lime Green and Black graphics just like
larger KX models
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Technical Specifications
Engine: Two-stroke single with
KIPS®
Displacement: 99cc
Bore x stroke: 52.5 x 45.8mm
Cooling: Liquid
Carburetion: Keihin PWK28
Induction: Two-petal reed valve
Compression ratio: 9.6:1 (low speed) 8.8:1 (high speed)
Ignition: Digital CDI
Transmission: Six-speed
Final drive: Chain
Frame: High-tensile steel perimeter design with subframe member
Rake / trail: 27 degrees / 4.1 in.
Front suspension / wheel travel: 36mm inverted telescopic cartridge
fork with 18-way compression damping / 10.8 in.
Rear suspension / wheel travel: UNI-TRAK® single shock system
with 4-way compression and 18-way rebound damping plus adjustable
spring preload / 10.8 in. Front tire: 70/100x19
Rear tire: 90/100x16
Front brake / rear brake: Hydraulic disc / Disc
Overall length: 75.2 in.
Overall width: 28.9 in.
Overall height: 43.5 in.
Ground clearance: 15.0 in.
Seat height: 34.3 in.
Dry weight: 149.9 lbs.
Fuel capacity: 1.5 gal.
Wheelbase: 50.8 in.
Color: Lime Green
* Price and specifications subject to change
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