A popular youth ATV that lets parents decide
The Kawasaki KFX®50 is a great starting point for beginning ATV riders age six years and older. With its wide 27.6-inch stance, full floorboards and environmentally friendly air-cooled, four-stroke engine, the KFX50 delivers solid performance and stable handling to provide a good foundation for young learners.
An adjustable throttle stop, CVT transmission speed limiter and lanyard safety switch allow the rider's confidence and skill levels to increase while parental control is maintained. Once riders are confident enough to operate the KFX50 on their own, parents can still maintain control over its operation, thanks to the keyed ignition which helps to prevent unauthorized use.
The KFX50 has styling like that of the larger KFX models and boasts features such as electric starting, single-shock swingarm rear suspension, A-arm front suspension, dual front drum and single rear disc brakes. The compact entry-level ATV also incorporates full floorboards, which provide extra comfort and safety for the rider.
As with all off-highway vehicle recreation, Kawasaki encourages ATV riders to ride responsibly and to respect the environment. Kawasaki will pay first-time buyers of a new Kawasaki ATV $100 for completing an ATV rider safety course conducted by the ATV Safety Institute (ASI). Interested consumers can call ASI toll-free at 800-887-2887.
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Details & Features
49cc air-cooled, OHC, four-stroke single
- Reliable 49cc air-cooled, overhead-cam four-stroke engine produces user-friendly power
- Electric push-button starting with kick-start backup
- Electrically-operated fuel enrichener automatically opens fuel passage during cranking for easy starting
- Equipped with an USFS-approved spark arrestor
Transmission
- Continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT)
- Centrifugal clutch on the transmission allows engine braking under certain conditions for added slowing power
- Chain drive
Stable Chassis
- Aggressive sport ATV design similar to larger KFX models
- Wide stance for stable handling
- Steel chassis for durability
- Full floorboards
Capable Suspension
- A-arm front suspension
- Swingarm rear suspension
- 3.4 in. ground clearance at the rear axle
Simple Brakes
- Two front drum brakes and a rear disc brake slow things down in a hurry
- All three brakes are activated by the handlebar-mounted brake levers to simplify operation
Easy Parental Controls
- Keyed ignition switch prevents starting without a key
- Screw-type throttle limiter and collar in the CVT allow parents to set speed and power limits to suit their youngster’s skill and experience
- Ignition-cutoff tether allows an adult to immediately stop engine operation by pulling the tether line
Specifications
| Engine |
Air-cooled, four-stroke, single cylinder |
| Displacement |
49.5cc |
| Bore x stroke |
39.0 x 41.4mm |
| Compression ratio |
10.8:1 |
| Carburetion |
Keihin PTE 16 |
| Ignition |
Solid state CDI |
| Transmission |
Continuously Variable Automatic |
| Final drive |
Chain |
| Frame |
Double cradle, steel |
| Suspension front / wheel travel |
Single A-arm with twin shock absorbers / 2.8 in. |
| Suspension rear / wheel travel |
Swingarm with single shock absorber / 2.9 in. |
| Front tire |
AT16x8-7 tubeless |
| Rear tire |
AT16x8-7 tubeless |
| Front brakes / rear brake |
Dual mechanical drums / Hydraulic disc |
| Overall length |
55.1 in. |
| Overall width |
34.7 in. |
| Wheelbase |
38.0 in. |
| Ground clearance |
At rear axle – 3.4 in. |
| Track Front/Rear |
27.2 / 27.6 in. |
| Fuel capacity |
1.5 gal. |
| Dry weight |
245 lbs. |
| Colour choices |
Lime Green, Sunbeam Red |
| Good Times™ Protection Plan |
12, 24, 36 or 48 months |
| Warranty |
12 Months |
* Note: Specifications and pricing are subject to change.
