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Memorable Motorcycles - Kawasaki KDX 175 Photo Gallery
Our vintage motorcycle correspondent dusts off an early ‘08s dirt bike review of the Kawasaki KDX 175, remembering the 2-stroke gem and the suspension snafu that spoiled the rest of that year’s class of Kawis. Check out the full story in
Memorable Motorcycles - Kawasaki KDX 175
The long wheelbase and heavy front end gives the bike more stability in a straight line with the Uni-Trac to credit for pulling it all together.
The KDX was forgiving of rider mistakes which more than made up for some of the bike's other short comings.
At 228 lbs the little KDX is not a superlight 175, in fact it is almost in the 250cc weight range. However, once on the move it feels feather-light.
Kawasaki KDX 175
With plenty of power through corners the KDX 175 performed more like a 4-stroke then a 2-stroke.
Full power from the KDX 175’s 2-stroke mill could be used with confidence at all times – including steep hills.
Kawasaki's goal was to bring their Uni-Trac to the public and soften the traditional harsh ride.
Kawasaki KDX 175
Perfect the KDX isn’t, but the best value-for-money package available at the time it certainly was.
Kawasaki KDX 175
The KDX 175's miniscule 5-inch brakes are a little too small. They work satisfactorily, but require too much pressure to be comfortable.
