2025 Kawasaki KX450SR: First Ride

Embargo ends 12.18.24 for insight and information, but here are some first laps on the all-new 2025 Kawasaki KX450SR from Glen Helen Raceway. 12.19.24 Update: I love this bike! It's everything Kawasaki engineers could have done with a little more freedom, R&D time, and budget. I'd throw a 120/90-19 on the rear and call it a day. Yes, it's expensive. But it's worth it knowing that you have the best that Kawi has to offer. Also, if any other KX450 owners have yet to try traction control, you're missing out. Glen Helen lost power the Tuesday before this Thursday test due to high winds, and the base was harder than usual due to lack of moisture and prep time. TC1 saved the day, and I run it more often than not even on the standard KX450... 0:01 Map switch; back to stock 0:28 On track 2:46 Pace picks up 8:04 Clean 9:17 Oh yeah Bike Specs: 2025 Kawasaki KX450SR 3.2hrs Stock Stock Map1/Light Off (least aggressive) Traction Control 1 (green light) Dunlop Geomax MX34 tires: 120/80-19 Rear, 80/100-21 Front Renthal 839 Bars ODI Grips Xtrig SR-Spec ROCS Tech 23mm triple clamps Pro Circuit SR-Spec Ti-6 exhaust DeCal Works preprinted backgrounds and fender arches #kawasaki #kx450sr #kx450 #kx450f #glenhelen #motocross #2025