2009 Kawasaki KLX110 Preview

Introduction

2009 Kawasaki KLX110

Characterized by green team’s easy handling and reliability, the KLX110 can be a never ending fun source for both kids that are craving for experience and adults who simply need to shake the stress away a little bit.

There can be no simpler recipe than the one applied when creating the 2009 KLX110. The 111cc four-stroke, SOHC, two-valve single-cylinder engine powers the bike depending on the supervisor’s adjustments to the throttle limiter while the chassis is a close responder to the rider’s indications.

But the young rider won’t be experiencing any jerks as the bike is equipped with a three-speed transmission and centrifugal clutch. So the rides will be smooth and worries-free about pulling a clutch and shifting will disturb the learning process. Neither the mistakes, as this indeed small model is equipped with a high-tensile steel frame that is ready to withstand not only rough riding, but also severe falls. All you have to do is to wear your protective gear so that you’ll be ok too.

History

The first Kawasaki KLX110 was produced in 2004 as part of the manufacturer’s plans to enlarge the off-road lineup and be a strong competitor for the other Japanese makers that have been producing such models much earlier. Its engine developed 6.3 horsepower and 6.9 Nm, so it was perfect for what the manufacturer intended it to declare it capable of.

Under the motto “Don’t change it if it ain’t wrong”, the green little beastie hasn’t changed from its first introduction, except in matters of graphics.

Brand new for 2009 is the Monster Energy model. Different in what concerns apparel, but mechanically identical (this is the case of all Kawasaki dirt bikes and off-roaders), this new addition is the second biggest move towards enlarging the off-road line and give potential customers second thoughts about a Honda or Yamaha.

Competition

2009 Honda CRF100F

This brings us to the model’s opponents. One of the most potent of them is the 2009 Honda CRF100F, a machine which’s light body is being moved by the fairly smaller (99cc) air-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke engine, but fed through a 22mm piston valve carburetor that compensates for the displacement difference. Also, what makes the CRF net superior compared to the KLX is the five-speed tranny and manual clutch, but that kind of brakes beginner bike rule, doesn’t it?

2009 Yamaha TT-R110E

Keeping on digging, you’ll get across the 2009 Yamaha TT-R110E and find this bike being, not only situated in the same class, but featuring very appropriate components. The engine is an 110cc air-cooled four-stroke, SOHC and carburetor, a Mikuni VM16. Most important, the Yamaha makes a further move and adds a constant-mesh four-speed/wet, multiple disc transmission, which will push it further than the Kawi, as far as the throttle limiter allows it.

Suzuki stays out of this battle and there are no intention on filling the fairly insignificant gap between the RM85 and the DR-Z125.

Exterior

2009 Kawasaki KLX110

Better or worst than the competition, the Kawasaki KLX110 is indeed a carefully designed piece of machinery that would never make you look bad either riding it on the track or along the campground.

A motocross-bike look was the thing to aim and the KX65 stood for inspiration source. This is how the compact fuel tank and seat ended up top features of this off-roader, as well as the shrouds, number plates and graphics.

The special 2009 Monster Energy brings a fresher feel together with the new Ebony paint scheme.

Price

So if you’re willing to be in tone with the latest, this won’t have a significant influence on the money that you spend. While the normal version costs $1,849, the special one comes with a price tag of $1,949, exactly as the Yamaha TT-R110E. Tell me these two are not the fiercest competitors!

Conclusion

Although not heavily refined as a 2009 model year, the Kawasaki KLX110 goes on strong on the market thanks to its one-off features that helped at the immediate success that followed the 2004 introduction. Now accompanied by a brand new model that brings a fresh feel out on the trails, this is, without a doubt, history being written my friends.

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