New KLX

[TWJohn]

Well unfortunately no new KLR but Kawasaki did just release a new KLX300. Both a dual sport and super moto version.

[TN_twowheeladdict]

I am eagerly awaiting the reviews.  If it can comfortably maintain a GPS verified 75 mph, has the ability to adjust the rear sag without removing the shock, and my Sargent seat I had on my KLX250 fits like Cinderella's slipper I might get one next fall. 

[norton73]

My 09  with 351 kit tops out at 78 on my GPS. 65 is about all I feel comfortable cruising at. However, I still have stock gearing, another tooth on the CS sprocket may make 70 mph comfortable, but I use mine mostly offroad.

The 300 really doesn't look like it's significantly changed other than a bigger bore. I'd suspect the suspension is about the same and most accessories will fit.

https://www.cyclenews.com/2020/11/article/2021-kawasaki-klx300-and-klx300sm-first-look/




The Seat Concepts seat off my '09 fitted Klaviator's 2020 KLX250 just fine.

[TN_twowheeladdict]

My '12 would do 65 without complaining around here, but at high altitude it was pretty anemic.  I sold it when I thought off road riding was done, and even the Sargent seat couldn't be tolerated for long.  If I end up buying a new one, I will negotiate the dealer setting the rear static sag as part of the purchase. 

[Gam]

I've got first dibs on one. I'll never get around to doing the Bill Blue conversion on my 2006 (great bike for that though).  All I am looking for is more grunt on the highway in 6th gear and EFI, other than some tweaks to frame geometry and more cc's, I think it is the same bike.