Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., is yet again expanding its message of "Let the good times roll™" with the introduction of a new youth model all-terrain vehicle (ATV). The KFX80 is targeted toward families with riders ages 12-15 and older."The KFX80 ATV fills an important spot in the expanding Kawasaki ATV lineup for 2003," said Vince Iorio, ATV marketing manager for Kawasaki. "It's part of our bigger plan to offer something for every member of the family who enjoys outdoor recreation."
The KFX80 is designed for ages 12-15 and older, and is powered by an 82cc two-stroke engine that features automatic oil injection, so premixing fuel is unnecessary. It also features forced-air cooling to maintain optimum operating temperatures. It is matched to a continuously variable automatic transmission and shaft final drive, much like the system utilized on the adult-sized Kawasaki Prairie® ATVs, so no shifting is required. To assist beginning riders with their learning curve, it features a built-in throttle limiter that can be adjusted as rider skills increase.
Other powertrain features include electric start and a maintenance-free battery, dependable CDI ignition, and snorkel air intake that permits the KFX80 to draw fresh air from near the steering head assembly. An added safety feature is the electric start interlock that requires the parking brake to be applied in order to start the engine. Plus, the KFX80 features a U.S. Forest Service-approved spark arrestor.
The chassis of the KFX80 is made of sturdy steel tubing and rides on a single A-arm front suspension with dual shocks and a rear swingarm with a single shock. Stopping power is provided by durable front and rear drum brakes.
The KFX80 has a 1.6-gallon fuel tank for extended riding, and a keyed ignition system helps prevent unauthorized use.
Available in Kawasaki Lime Green, the KFX80 has a suggested retail price of $2,299 and comes with a six-month warranty that can extended up to three additional years.
Information about the KFX80 ATV and Kawasaki's complete family of recreational products can be found on www.Kawasaki.com. And by logging onto www.BuyKawasaki.com, parents can buy accessories such a clothing and riding gear online with the support of a local Kawasaki dealer.
As with any youth-model ATV or motorcycle, Kawasaki strongly encourages direct parental supervision when children are riding. Families who have never experienced ATVing can call Kawasaki toll-free at 1-877-KAWI-ATV or visit the website for information on how to get started. Because Kawasaki believes in safe operation of off-highway vehicles, it will pay first-time Kawasaki ATV purchasers $100 to complete an ATV instruction course provided by the ATV Safety Institute (call toll-free 800-887-2887). Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., is the wholesale distributor of JET SKI® watercraft, ATVs, MULE™ utility vehicles, portable generators, power products, and motorcycles. The product lines are sold through a network of independent retailers. The company employs more than 600 people in the United States, with nearly 400 of them located at the Irvine, Calif., headquarters.
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2003 KAWASAKI KFX80 ATV
The Kawasaki KFX80 ATV is designed for riders ages 12-15 and older. It features an air-cooled two-stroke engine matched to a fully automatic continuously variable transmission. Other features include electric start, full front and rear suspension, front and rear drum brakes, and a U.S. Forest Service-approved spark arrestor. Available in Kawasaki Lime Green, the KFX80 has a suggested retail price of $2,299. Some of the top features include: " 82cc air-cooled two-stroke engine provides exceptional, easy-to-use power.
" Fully automatic CVT transmission simplifies operation so no shifting is required.
" Electric start with maintenance-free battery makes getting started quick and easy.
" Keyed ignition prevents unauthorized use.
" Snork air intake permits KFX80 to draw fresh air from near the steering head assembly.
| Engine | Air-cooled (forced) two-stroke single cylinder with automatic oil injection |
| Displacement | 82cc |
| Bore x stroke | 50.0 x 42.0mm |
| Compression ratio | 7.4:1 |
| Carburetor | Mikuni VM16SH |
| Ignition | CDI |
| Starting system | Electric |
| Transmission | Fully automatic CVT |
| Final drive | #520 chain |
| Overall length | 55.9 in. |
| Overall width | 31.7 in. |
| Overall height | 34.3 in. |
| Seat height | 25.4 in. |
| Ground clearance | 4.3 in. |
| Wheelbase | 37.0 in. |
| Dry weight | 220 lbs. |
| Suspension, front | Independent single A-arms with dual shocks |
| Suspension, rear | Swingarm with single shock |
| Brakes, front | Dual drums |
| Brakes, rear | Single drum |
| Tires, front | AT19 x 7-8 |
| Tires, rear | AT19 x 7-8 |
| Fuel capacity | 1.6 gal. |
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| Price | $2,299 |
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Kawasaki Motors Corp USA
9950 Jeronimo Road
Irvine CA 92618
949-770-0400
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