Cool-Motorcycles reviews Kawasaki KX100

The logical path to the big leagues
Bridging the gap between the mini ranks and a full-size Lites-class motorcycle 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.

Besides larger wheels than an 85 class machine, the KX100 also sports a bigger 99cc liquid-cooled, two-stroke engine. It 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®) to help produce a broad powerband with good low-end torque and strong top-end power. The engine is connected 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 with the specially designed gas tank located inside the frame to lower the fuel load and 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.
FEATURES

Liquid-cooled, 99cc, Two-stroke Engine

• Utilizes a separate clutch cover on the right side of the engine for quick servicing without removing the water pump cover
• Liquid-cooling assures even-running temperatures, consistent power output and greater reliability
• Bridges between intake and exhaust ports are machine finished for increased durability
• Rotor comes with rare-earth magnets –the unitized piece is small, light and more efficient with low inertial moment improves low-rpm response
• 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

• Aluminum upper tubes 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

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 : 70/100×19
• Rear tire : 90/100×16
• 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.
• Curb weight : 156.5 lbs.
• Fuel capacity : 1.5 gal.
• Wheelbase : 50.8 in.
• Color : Lime Green

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