Motocross is a highly competitive sport, even among the youngest racers, which makes having the right motorcycle an absolute necessity. To help young motocross racers be competitive as possible, the Kawasaki KX65 motocross bike has leading-edge features, such as long-travel suspension, a high-performance two-stroke engine and six-speed manual transmission. Like its championship-winning sibling, the KX125, the KX65 is every bit a race winning Kawasaki.

A liquid-cooled, high-performance two-stroke engine powers the KX65 and features a strong, lightweight piston residing in an Electro fusion-coated cylinder. A CNC-machined finish on the bridge between the exhaust ports also contributes to better engine reliability and staves off seizures.
Perfect for young riders accustomed to smaller motorcycles, the KX65 has a quick and smooth-shifting six-speed transmission with a manual clutch-actuating mechanism. A quality shift drum bearing reduces oil drainage from the transmission to the side case, and chrome finished shift fork ends resist wear and keep the KX65 shifting smoothly for years to come.

The KX65 engine rests in a semi-double-cradle steel frame with reinforced tubing on the upper-main and rear-down tubes. And like its larger-displacement stable mates, the KX65's swing arm uses the UNI-TRAK? linkage system, which applies progressively stiffer damping and spring rates to the single rear shock as the suspension is compressed. The shock and fork boast four-way adjustable rebound damping for optimal handling.

Lightweight aluminum rims reduce unsprung weight to help improve suspension action. Both wheels feature hydraulic disc brakes that not only provide great stopping power, but require little maintenance and simplify wheel removal. The slim tank, seat and side covers contribute to the KX65 motorcycle's sleek, racy appearance and enhance rider maneuverability. It also sports the unmistakable Kawasaki Lime Green plastic and graphics as the larger KX motorcycles.

Features and Benefits:

Electrofusion Cylinder

• Advanced exhaust and transfer ports for increased power and performance at higher rpm
  
• Bridge between exhaust ports is machined for improved reliability and resistance to seizure
  
• Lightweight cylinder liner transfers heat efficiently

Liquid Cooling

• Large radiator provides more even-running temperatures, keeping the power output consistently strong Capacitor Discharge Ignition (CDI)
  
• Produces the extremely hot spark needed to ignite the air/fuel/oil mixture of a two-stroke racing engine
  
• Easy starts and reliability under extreme conditions
  
• Requires no adjustment
  

24mm Mikuni Carburetor

• Feeds a four-petal reed valve for excellent throttle response Six-speed Transmission
  
• Positive action and rugged durability
  
• Hard chrome-finished shift-fork ends resist wear
  
• Manual clutch mechanism mirrors larger KX models
  

High-tensile Steel Frame

• The same strong, light, high-tech material as used on bigger KX bikes
  
• Exceptional torsional rigidity for superior handling
  
• Reinforced downtube for increased durability
  UNI-TRAK? Rear Suspension
  
• Features rising-rate action: as the suspension compresses, the spring and damping strength increase progressively for a more controlled ride Nitrogen-charged Shock
  
• Four-way adjustable rebound damping improves handling on rough tracks
  
• Rebuildable aluminum body
  
• External reservoir helps maintain consistent damping
  

Front Fork

• Fur clicks of rebound-damping adjustment accommodate different riding styles and terrain Swingarm
  
• Rocker arm made from forged aluminum to reduce weight and improve durability
  

Front and Rear Disc Brakes

• Light and powerful
  
• Resists fading
  

Aluminum Rims

• Reduce unsprung weight for improved suspension action
  Detachable Aluminum Silencer
  
• Silencer is removable from the exhaust pipe and the packing is replaceable