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All Bikes/Compare/Suzuki Rmz450 vs Kawasaki Kx 450

Suzuki Rmz450 vs Kawasaki Kx 450

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Suzuki Rmz450 vs Kawasaki Kx 450. Suzuki Rmz450: ~56 hp @ 9,000 rpm (estimate based on dyno testing of modern RM-Z450) hp, 111 kg (curb/wet weight — 2023 model) weight, top speed ~145 km/h (estimate; top speed is not a primary design focus for motocross bikes), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Kawasaki Kx 450: ~55 hp @ 9,000 rpm (estimated; Kawasaki does not officially publish power figures — note: dyno results typically range 53–58 hp) hp, 110 kg (curb weight, 2023 model) weight, top speed ~145 km/h (estimated; gearing and terrain dependent — note: best estimate, not manufacturer-specified), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.

Performance at a Glance

Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value

Suzuki Rmz450 Kawasaki Kx 450
Horsepower (hp)
56 hp
55 hp
Torque (Nm)
52 Nm
52 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
145 km/h
145 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
111 kg
110 kg
Type
Motocross
Motocross
Horsepower
~56 hp @ 9,000 rpm (estimate based on dyno testing of modern RM-Z450)
~55 hp @ 9,000 rpm (estimated; Kawasaki does not officially publish power figures — note: dyno results typically range 53–58 hp)
Torque
~52 Nm @ 7,500 rpm (estimate)
~52 Nm @ 7,500 rpm (estimated; official figures not published — note: best estimate based on dyno data)
Top Speed
~145 km/h (estimate; top speed is not a primary design focus for motocross bikes)
~145 km/h (estimated; gearing and terrain dependent — note: best estimate, not manufacturer-specified)
Weight
111 kg (curb/wet weight — 2023 model)
110 kg (curb weight, 2023 model)
Fuel
~6.5 L/100km (estimate; varies greatly with riding intensity — motocross use is highly variable)
Estimated 6–9 L/100km (note: highly variable depending on riding intensity; off-road/motocross use is not standardized for fuel economy testing)
Fairing
No
No

Individual Reviews

Suzuki Rmz450
Suzuki Rmz450
7.5/10

"Buy right and maintain it — ignore either and suffer."

Pros
+Sharp, confidence-inspiring handling
+Controllable power delivery
+Excellent suspension components
Cons
Brutal to neglected engines
Expensive valve maintenance intervals
Hard seat stock
Kawasaki Kx 450
Kawasaki Kx 450
8.5/10

"A brilliant 450 that rewards experienced riders who buy smart."

Pros
+Factory suspension genuinely excellent
+Explosive yet manageable power
+Strong resale value retention
Cons
Unforgiving if neglected
Steep learning curve
Consumables burn fast

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