Kawasaki KDX 220 R - 2005 Specifications and Reviews
The 2005 Kawasaki KDX 220 R is a lightweight enduro machine designed for riders seeking nimble off-road performance and easy handling. Its 216cc liquid-cooled single cylinder delivers accessible power while the compact 101kg frame excels in tight terrain and technical trails. Known for reliability and a forgiving character, it suits intermediate riders developing their off-road skills.
2005
General information | |
| Category | Enduro / offroad |
| Year | 2005 |
| Model | Kawasaki KDX 220 R |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Ignition | Electronic CDI |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Keihin PWK33 |
| Bore x stroke | 69.0 x 58.0 mm (2.7 x 2.3 inches) |
| Compression | 7.2:1 |
| Stroke | 2 |
| Engine type | Single cylinder |
| Capacity: | 216.00 ccm (13.18 cubic inches) |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,435 mm (56.5 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 340 mm (13.4 inches) |
| Overall width | 889 mm (35.0 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,229 mm (48.4 inches) |
| Seat height | 919 mm (36.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Dry weight | 101.0 kg (222.6 pounds) |
Kawasaki KDX 220 R dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic. |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 100/80-18 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 80/90-21 |
| Rear suspension | UNI-TRAK® single-shock system |
| Front suspension | 43mm conventional cartridge fork |
| Rake (fork angle) | 26.5° |
| Frame type | High-tensile steel perimeter design |
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Speed and acceleration | |
| Color options | Kawasaki Lime Green |
| Fuel capacity | 10.97 litres (2.90 gallons) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
Best For
Track15%
City15%
Cornering80%
Daily Riding20%
Touring15%
Passenger5%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Best suited to intermediate to advanced off-road riders who are comfortable with a tall, light 2-stroke enduro bike. |
| Purpose | Built purely for trail riding, tight woods sections, and technical off-road enduro competition rather than any road use. |
| Rider Fit | Its 919mm seat height and 101kg dry weight demand decent leg length and fitness but reward the rider with an extremely nimble, easy-to-manhandle machine. |
| Character | A raw, high-revving 2-stroke single that rewards active riding, clutch control, and confident throttle input on rough terrain. |
| Not Ideal For | Not a fit for highway commuting, passenger carrying, or riders seeking plush comfort and low-maintenance touring capability. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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