Kawasaki KX450F First Ride - This Bike is a Monster

This is my first ride on my new Kawasaki KX450F and is also the first 450 I have ever personally owned. This video will show you how I took to it after years of riding 250's!
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[@dannyboy1868]

It’s all about smooth power control..... then nails it like he stole it haha

[@alexandrews2370]

I know right

[@rowdybroomstick1216]

Pretty obvious when a couple of those jumps that in other video he always comes up a little short no matter what, and all of sudden this bike has him clearing everything

[@Utahtruckguy]

I am going to buy a 2011 kx450 is that a good bike? It looks damn near like the one he Is riding

[@dannyboy1868]

Casey Baker it’s gonna put a smile on your face bro and prob make your girlfriend jealous haha

[@sirdumbthicc4294]

Casey Baker I just grabbed a 2016 kx450f, haven’t ridden a bike since high school (I’m almost 31 now). I ride it for the first time yesterday and oh man does it have power. Super fun but intimidating at first. After 30 minutes or so I got back into it.

Many years ago I went for a week to a Kawasaki motocross training school in the south of England ,the instructor ,Richard dye was 6,4" on a kx 80 ,he said to us all "I ride an 80 so you guys have no excuses that your bike is not powerful enough to come out of a hole and jump a 60 ft tabletop ,and round the track he could easily keep up with the biggest bikes ,just to prove a point

[@tomrich2047]

Geoff Mayes at Wildtracks? 🙂

[@bcheese7686]

It is not powerful enough to ccome out of a hole. 80's are as powerful as 450's ont he top end if not better. Ive seen races.

[@johnsmith7622]

That beast hardly ever breaks 4 grand rpm.... and accelerates SO FREAKING hard.... That's how we used to ride the 500 2 strokes...

[@thor6264]

Liberals ruin everything

[@yogiballa]

@@thor6264 what is a liberal?

[@thor6264]

@@yogiballa it’s a political party that wants people to give them more money and try to save the environment but they use the money terribly and never end up saving the environment

[@Vize_Iron]

@@thor6264 yessir i love you no homo

[@cmg1238]

@@thor6264 fr

[@spookydog9163]

The Kawi 450s hit different. They’re beasts.

[@lkm_6689]

When you are just starting out with mx and realize how fast it is

[@freedomisntfree_44]

Eli_Tomac_Fan 668 it’s no joke for real

[@shad3128]

I know my KX250 is fast, but when I watched this I was like "holy tits" lmao

[@Mike-vs3dv]

@@shad3128 Zach can rip a 125 like that. It's the mostly the rider, not the bike. When i got into motocross with my 46hp yamaha yz250f, 125 and even 85 used to beat me on the track.

[@shad3128]

@@Mike-vs3dv well watching a good rider is impressive! Bout all I can say to that

[@Mike-vs3dv]

@@shad3128For sure!

[@SendItWithEthan]

hacky boi went from ride mode to feast mode so fast

[@zachdavis3974]

Swine boi

[@coondaddyvlogs8679]

picking one of these up tomorrow ! CANT WAIT

[@NYdrippin]

This is ASMR for me 🤘🤘

[@olliepearce9080]

NY Drippin same lol ✊🤟

[@yogiballa]

Is asmr considered nsfw?

[@iamfunboy]

Love the bike, you look like you are in good riding shape again. Be safe out there!

[@zachdavis3974]

I’ve been training and riding twice a week, The hard work has been paying off!

[@lisandrodebortoli5158]

KAWASAKI IN THOSE MODELS WAS REALLY INSANE, A LOT OF POWER

[@CaptainKarma8]

The 12-15 kx might be the best stock 450 ever, wish it had spring forks though

[@nikolasstankovic6794]

whys that?

[@CaptainKarma8]

@@nikolasstankovic6794 air forks suck

[@jasonrees6012]

WHAT A GREAT LOOKING PLACE TO RIDE .

[@SunShine-pn1gl]

I was the person with the Kx250f right next to you lol

[@zachdavis3974]

Oh yeahhh I remember seeing that #10 kawi. Woulda come over and said hi if I knew you were a subscriber haha

[@SunShine-pn1gl]

Zach Davis yes I didn’t recognize you but now I know if I see ya around

[@Tom.Handy1]

Your so good at riding

[@nate.1623]

wait where

[@Tom.Handy1]

Nate Bennett all of it he is good at riding in general

[@nate.1623]

@@Tom.Handy1 still don't know what ur talking about????

[@Tom.Handy1]

Nate Bennett r u being sarcastic because the full video is good

[@simon40607]

Looks great fun it must be brilliant to be able to ride like that 👍🏻thanks for sharing your skills

[@JonLloyd65]

A far cry form my KX500 days back in the 80's! Just a thought Zach, perhaps you can get some track-side footage as well? It gets a little boring from just the one perspective all the time. Have a mate stand on the jumps and cut it in with this footage... I wanna see how high and how far you're jumping!

[@yogiballa]

Hey jon would you ever service honda build out a new kx500 smoker?

[@aeror115]

Great video buddy The 450 is a monster! I got the new kx250 and it’s enough power for me😂 Enjoy the bike life bro

[@chongie753]

Slick riding my man! For some reason all my buddies who own 2012-2015 kawis all lose their number plates during moto’s. Bolt tolerance at the factory during those years must’ve been off a bit lol... either that or the bike’s just got too much balls that plastics constantly get left behind 😂

[@supra1jzed]

People leaving seat bolts loose during air filter service...

[@toddjacobs5660]

450 , four strokes are great bikes, but i'd like to see some big bore 2strokes again...

[@antrcapo]

I had an 88 CR500 and obviously it was a monster but I believe that when we look back at the 500 2 strokes we remember them as being better than they were. The new 4 stroke 450s are much easier to ride fast and power is much more useable. They dont sound as good but as much as I hate to say it the new bikes are most likely.much better

[@chrissagredo7129]

antrcapo probably has a lot to do with chassis design and suspension technology. Chad Reed commented on how huge the differences are hopping onto new KTM 2 strokes compared to the two strokes he used to race on back in the day. The ergonomics and advancements in suspension are insane nowadays when you consider they’re sticking 125t’s into 250f frames.

[@eduardomenchaca1916]

You’re damn right it’s loud. I got one and it makes every other dirtbike sound quiet 😂

[@jameswood6449]

Eduardo Menchaca all newer Kawasaki’s are like that my 250 is the same way. It’s something about kawis

[@tylercoon4619]

Badass vid my dude. I just got a 2009 450f yesterday. It's a beast and it's my first bike. I'm gonna take it nice and easy, can't wait to make it to the trails

[@markreiber4457]

That's alot of bike for your first one ,just rode one today a guy I was riding with let me and man what power just a way stiff suspension

[@Beerbbqdude]

Damn cuz you’re ripping’ that jawn.

[@CoralReefkid]

I swear you get faster and faster each bike you get

[@twitch4227]

I've got a 2015 kx450f and I love the hell out of it very fun bike. I'm also from texas

[@colbyclark2479]

I got the same one, love it.

[@korbinstrong301]

This is my first video I’ve seen of you and I can’t believe you aren’t a huge channel there’s no good vlog footage of riders that are nearly as good as you

[@zachdavis3974]

Getting there one video at a time! Thanks for the kind words man much appreciated

[@jaquezoliver6791]

He sounds like Zack goes

[@markcasavechia1249]

That is so cool to have a place to ride, where I live we don't have a place to ride like that. But congratulations on your new bike. I am a new subscriber to your Channel great videos and happy New Year .👍👍👍👍👍

[@jrmontoya4739]

Just got a 2016 kx450f with all the goodies the things is a beast..

[@MrPembo15]

smashed it there brother... respect....

[@DisruptiveUnicorn98k]

I feel intimidated when standing next to a kx450f but on a yz450f is like a 250f but with more power and on the kx it feels I'm driving out the front

[@derekthomsen1115]

I kid you not..I HAVE this year of bike in storage. I've never rode it. I was still stoked to rail my cr250 in Mojave and more. Before that, YZ125 "97. Pro Curcuit and a couple more teeth on rear, moto tassinari, and hell yeah! The CR? Wicked. Looks like Darth Vader himself designed it.(with my help-blacked out, Monster graghs). FMF system, intellilever, real pro taper, On Kawasaki, pro KTM suspension setup by friend who wrenched for Casselli RIP,, you see. Not to brag, I'm just lucky to have great friends! But the Kawi awaits, killer video gets me stoked!

[@Scotty.Bippin]

Mint video, y'all have a sweet park. Thank you kindly for upload🤙

[@drewsky17]

The kx450f’s are no joke!!! Nevermind riding trails, it will scare you !!

[@CYRRYANC97]

Buddy for mine had one of these. Tons of power and really wheelie happy.

[@yogiballa]

Maybe you're the one that's wheelie happy

[@578_]

Looking good my dude, thinking about getting one, I’ve only ridden 250f’s since 2005

[@mwinarinvestmentdevelopmen5739]

You're being smooth while the other guy is flooring it...

[@thedriverofallthings]

That is embracing the chaos

[@FrequencyORD]

I found one of these for a steal on Facebook marketplace. I’m thinking about getting this as my first bike, I rode lil’ 50cc dirt bikes as a young child and I’ve got a really close friend that’s got tons of dirt bikes, atv’s and side by sides so I’ll be practicing with him a lot and hopefully he can teach me how to master this bike. I’d live feedback from someone! 👍

[@maddhatter8556]

Got a 2007 450 KAW 4 sale

[@jaredschottin3497]

How much did you get the kx for?

[@silky_smooth9475]

I just got a kx 450 too man that bikes like a bat out of hell instant power

[@prestonace2448]

Not gonna lie that acceleration compares to 2 strokes like sheeeesh that accelerates hard

[@doosworld1901]

That camera makes the bike seem like it's about 3x faster than in reality.

[@tonyyayo4525]

Lord that tree at 5. Why leave that tree there, ...jeeeze...sigh

[@genreaper]

Good riding Bruv. Personaly for that track +2 on the rear sprocket would suit it well. Enjoyed watching and stay safe Bro 😎👍

[@yogiballa]

Swap sprockets for track and trail rides or cut one

[@nathancountyrman2226]

Looks like a fun track

[@flyingsteve2961]

Im not a Kawi rider, but damn, that thing looks powerful and fast...nice ride!

[@DUMONTSNIPER2]

i like track riding alot. But trails and dunes are my familys go to🤙🏼 ive been riding since 2yrs old, i personally have a 250 4strok ktm. My cousin got a kx450 and we took it out and i looped out on it going 80 in a wheelie lol.. Not fun, didnt have gear on, only helmet and jacked myself up pretty good, gotta respect the power of the bikes forsure! lol but im planning on getting one soon! be safe!

[@BlueEplosion]

You should go to spoaks. Went out for the first time last weekend and it was great

[@zachdavis3974]

Been there a few times nearly a year ago but planning to go back soon

[@thatdudewithanfj6679]

“Ease into it” ---- *proceeds to full send*

[@DMC619]

How could you not be into riding😂

[@joshholmes612]

This looks terrifying aha i raced for a few years on a 250 2 stroke and did great. But I just bought a 06 kx450 and it's alot more power. Making me nervous ahah

[@tyleroconnell5494]

Sick riding dude, makes me want a brand new one

[@dustinl2640]

Who needs a girl when you got a KX450F

[@Synsei7]

ACE_Spitfire L3 honestly that bitch is bad

[@mineer-pg5sv]

​@@Utahtruckguy🧢

[@modernrider1398]

I bought a 2013 today and rode it on a dirt road. The bike is basically brand new because the owner put lots of work into it and never put many miles on it. He’s getting older and was like fuck this kickstarter. Not a trail bike but should be great for the track!

[@finster7582]

I DO NOT like the placement of that one tree before that right hander!!! Ughh..someones gonna get visually fixated on it n go head up with it if it hasnt happened already...my luck, it would be me...

[@zachdavis3974]

At the last race I watched some dude fly straight into it. Super gnarly

[@nathancountyrman2226]

Shit I when I had my 450 I was wide open all the fucking time you got this shit keeper pinned buddy 🤛

[@patzkarl4686]

nice track, awesome moto!😎💪🤘

[@m.perfekt3055]

Damnit man, is it me or is that a really really fast track?

[@knifelyfe6565]

It's the beginner track.Nothing technical, just straight-a-ways and rollovers.Perfect for this beginner who loves to ride everybody else's bike instead of learning how to go fast.

[@premix3663]

the newer the 450s get worse as the years go by, not sure if its just the pipes or the engine style, but older 450s had alot more deeper louder sound to it, the newer 450s sound like fart machines.

[@theshark6743]

I could buy one that is used with really cool stuff on it for about a little less than 5000 dollaes

[@AndyHack10]

The Shark that's SICK!

[@colerhodes149]

The Shark buy it

[@lew8067]

Did you get it?

[@Utahtruckguy]

I gotta clean 2011 KX 450f, looks damn near like the one he’s riding and I paid 3,000

[@carobsessed35]

I have a KLX140L and might upgrade to this bike... think I should send er

[@walterryniak7232]

i can see myself wrapping my bike and body around one of those trees though

[@pablitorentas4217]

Launch 🚀 it 🤟🏽💥

[@fivogg6966]

i have a kawasaki 2014 250f so basically the same bike but smaller

[@motowarz4647]

Looks sick 🔥

[@ttv_fn3251]

all about that bikelife yeah

[@bradley-kn6zt]

Cool video bro...Im going to buy a 2015 kxf450 next week . Would you say they are reliable? Also whats the main things to look out for when buying one of these? Thanks in advance :)

[@TFDStudios]

what does he mean when he says “i just picked it up” does that mean he bought it? like how does he afford all those bikes when he has 38k subs

[@manusallent2035]

He had a job

[@jarfinn4601]

Dang bro. 450s suit you better than 250s. You look a lot more comfortable on the 450. We need more KX450F videos!!!!!!!😂😂🤗😎

[@zachdavis3974]

The ergos feel way better since I’m I taller rider but idk man I’ve got to get used to all that extra weight!

[@jarfinn4601]

@@zachdavis3974 it is amazing how much more sensitive a 450 is than a 250, with all the weight and power.

[@deenizzle2121]

Wish me luck folks lol getting my 1st bike its a 2013 kawasaki 450f ex pros larry serna and joey blacks bike frame off full build lol

[@user-dv7hb2sc9m]

What I can tell you it will do; it'll build your muscles up just hanging onto that beast.... lol, it'll give you a better roundabout feel when you jump back into a smaller saddle. It's a good thing & all pro sports practice with an amount of weight that's a lot more than the ball or stuff they use or do..... build up everything including stamina ! Hang on brother. peace

[@user-dv7hb2sc9m]

It's taking you almost off the edge coming into the turns off of straights.... I love seeing it & I can feel how heavy it is to what you're used to. IT's cool, kool, and kewl even..... thanks for the share- all those yrs ago !

[@Zombie_FrieZ]

That things sounds freakin nice.

[@MrDjh66]

Love it good luck I have the 2019

[@yogiballa]

I wish I had the 2019. Looking forward to buying an 07 for starters though

[@baiscity3537]

my leg broken just watching this

[@SF-wr4zn]

Great riding bruh 🤙🏻

[@stevenjfanucchi]

I love watching your videos. But honestly the 2 strokes are much more appealing to me than the 4 strokes. I ges just what I grew up with 🤷‍♂️

[@shadowdust72whisper49]

I can’t imagine this bike as being loud. I guess I am a dinosaur I am use to the two strokes

[@weirdshibainu]

Wish they made this a barely street legal enduro

[@MXUnion]

Nice bike!

[@garycurtis891]

Love to see you on a 490 Maico you was smooth on that Honda be good to see

[@macattack9041]

Where’s the grown up track?

[@DisruptiveUnicorn98k]

Why does it seem like in a corner it wants to throw you wide ugh I just can't watch this Ur gonna hurt yourself on that thing

[@blayzeswrld6305]

Should i stay on my yz 125 or get a 250f ps in 15

[@valtteriapell4134]

yz 125 is powerful enough lol

[@reyesvisuals8533]

just picked up a 2022. Beast for the price of Yamahs YZ250f

[@philipweinseimer8865]

Dumb question but what’s the purpose of getting high on those walls on some of those turns, for a second I thought u we’re goin over into the trees😂

[@RxTx88]

Cool video. Different approach (good thing). What gear for doubles on 450? Third right?

[@delaman4991]

I used to have a pw80 as a kid that I rode a lot must have put 750 hours on it, and since I’ve been riding quads I want to get back into dirt bikes what would be a good size to start back off? I’m thinking 250? Any advice?

[@Lkom24]

3:07 you can tell you really wanted to air that thing out past the other rider like, yeah Im ridin a kx 450 try an catch me

[@drsmith4806]

Anyone ever get the opportunity to ride a kx500? That thing was insane to ride!

[@rogerjimenez8618]

I believe it is the fastest motocross bike ever made!

[@zach5994]

Imagine getting your son a brand new 450 for Christmas and he doesn't use it

[@yogiballa]

Imagine realizing your son is to become your daughter

[@sugiyantoofficial7818]

Amazing 👍👍👍👍

[@straightgoonin2308]

I just got my first 250:))

[@JayWithTheAmg]

Must be nice to get a new bike

[@straightgoonin2308]

RngGunah Gaming it isn’t new it sat in a shed for 10 years. I rebuilt the carberator. New oil new oil filter new air filter cleaned gas tank. New tires handlebars and everything. Now I’m just saving for plastics and a bar pad and grips. Everything Takes time and money!:(

[@ethanwankier1847]

i just got my second bike

[@ethanwankier1847]

and it’s a 250

[@JayWithTheAmg]

Straight Goonin I had a yz85 like 7 years ago it got stolen haven’t been able to afford one since

[@conscript2581]

Im jealous of all your bikes bro

[@MotoBuilds]

I just picked up a 2015 Kx450f to buy and flip, needed a new transmission...but after riding it, i'm going to keep it. I have a video about it on my channel for anyone interested.

[@_figure4k_698]

You saved it so many times 😂

[@mickharryharris6866]

I got a 203 WR 4fitty it's awesome , wouldn't mind throwing a leg over one a dem kxs , it's fucking evil lots of grunt and as he said you gotta go with it and ride it smooth ! Take it easy on that sick machine and be safe to ride another day .

[@BladeBarn]

wanna see you riding a 150sx there

[@benfarr6049]

You have gotten a ton faster. Must be a old video Murphy's has changed alot since this video

[@zachdavis3974]

This was last Sunday only a few days ago haha

[@benfarr6049]

@@zachdavis3974 huh looks different in the video then. The whoop section looks different and he put a right handed sweeper after the 3 jump from the start that I didn't see

[@zachdavis3974]

Ben Farr yeah they made some recent changes and brought the rollers back

[@iouund3rtak3r13]

Kawasaki let's the good time's roll..1980s commercial...lol..I personally own a kx250..

[@kenspearacy6294]

Nice riding 👌

[@goldmx1229]

Good ride! Where is this dream track? What state?

[@zachdavis3974]

It’s about 30 miles south east of Austin Texas. This whole facility is a slice of heaven.

[@goldmx1229]

Zach Davis Wow Thanks im in FL but have family there hoping get there anytime 💪🏻

[@DeGeileBDog]

Yo wtf i get scarey by watching this

[@tfgdarkskull2075]

Parad0x scared not scarey and it's scary not scarey

[@DeGeileBDog]

@@tfgdarkskull2075 i wanted to type scared but my wurstfinger slipped

[@tfgdarkskull2075]

Parad0x oh okay.

[@TaylorRobinson93]

he definitely feels sketchy fast, not flow fast