More Power, More Performance and Electric Starting Add Up to Even More Fun

With the original KLX™110, Kawasaki did to barrels of monkeys what the automobile did to the horse and buggy — put them right out of business. One of the most fun-to-ride, kid-friendly bikes of all time, the KLX has a little secret: adults seem to enjoy riding it as much as kids do! That’s some serious versatility, and for 2010, the thoroughly re-engineered KLX110 is more versatile than ever, with more power, more performance and more convenience. You can still kick-start the KLX110 if you want, but there’s an easier option now: Push-button electric starting makes it even simpler than ever to get riding. And once that dependable 111cc four-stroke thumper is warmed up, it puts out about 15 percent more torque and horsepower than before thanks to revised valve timing, a free-flowing new exhaust, a new ignition system and low-tension piston rings.

There’s also one more gear in the gearbox: The new four-speed provides a wider range of ratios so riders can better exploit the engine’s newfound power. Shifting has been improved too, thanks to changes to the shift drum and springs. Meanwhile, the KLX’s automatic centrifugal clutch gives novice riders one less thing to worry about when all they want to do is ride.

More power calls for more control, so a longer shock out back with a stiffer spring and damping rates to match provides longer, firmer rear wheel travel and greater resistance to bottoming. Up front, fork spring and damping settings have been revised to complement all the other changes, and tapered roller bearings at the bottom of the steering stem mean more durability.

While they were busy overhauling everything else, the KLX design team outfitted the bike in all-new bodywork: gas tank, seat, side panels, shrouds and fenders now mimic the KX™450F. A reshaped seat is part of the deal, too, along with a new handlebar bend that gives more comfort and control to a greater variety of riders. Because variety is what the KLX110 is all about. This little machine will definitely spice up anybody’s life.