Kawasaki LTD 1985-90 Fiberglass Bodywork DFX-72 / Fender Front – 18 x 4 3/8″ DFX-73 / Fender Rear DFX-71 / Fender STD – 4 1/8″ DFX-77 / Tank Shell ABOUT THE KAWASAKI LTD The Kawasaki 454 LTD is a motorcycle produced from 1985 to 1990, also known as the EN450. It is the forerunner of the Kawasaki Vulcan. The engine was a precise copy of the Kawasaki Ninja 900s, with two fewer cylinders. The Kawasaki 900 had a 908 cc engine. Removing two cylinders from the 4-cylinder divided the number of cc’s by two. (908/2 = 454, thus the name). Included was the liquid cooling, the bore and stroke, the double overhead camshafts, and four valves per cylinder. This gave it a great deal of power for its size, redlining at 10,000 RPM while delivering 50 horsepower. The Kawasaki 454 is well known for its acceleration, having raced against a 454 LS big block Chevrolet Corvette and beating it to both 0-60 and the quarter mile by more than a second. The Kawasaki 454 was discontinued in favor of the Kawasaki Vulcan 500 in 1990. FiberX General Fitment and Finish Notes FiberX products come in a raw finish, allowing the customers to paint or clear coat parts as they prefer. FiberX products come undrilled to accommodate various aftermarket bracket options for mounting. Mounting hardware and tabs NOT included. Windscreens are not included with any FiberX bodies. At DME Racing, we use Zero Gravity windscreens for all our bodies. In some cases, specialty-built windscreens are required for fitment. If you wish to add a windscreen to your order and the option is not currently listed on the product page, please contact us directly. Made in the USA FiberX Bodywork Wheelbase Measurements Please note that when referring to bodywork wheelbase measurements, we are measuring from the neck to the point where the fenderette begins at the end of the tail area. It is important to keep in mind that not all bodywork will have a launderette, but the wheelbase measurement is taken from the same general area. Features and Benefits of FiberX Fiberglass Fiberglass is a composite material made of fine glass fibers woven together and embedded in a polymer resin. When used in vehicle bodywork, fiberglass offers several advantages: Aerodynamic Excellence: Bodywork is precision-engineered to enhance the aerodynamic performance of motorcycles, significantly reducing drag and increasing speed. Each curve and contour is optimized for drag racing applications, ensuring racers slice through the air with minimal resistance. Weight Optimization: FiberX fiberglass bodywork is exceptionally lightweight, offering racers improved power-to-weight ratios. The reduction in weight allows for faster acceleration and greater agility on the track, giving racers a distinct competitive advantage. Strength: Despite being lightweight, fiberglass is strong and durable, making it a suitable choice for motorcycle drag racing applications. It can withstand impact and resist corrosion. Flexibility: Fiberglass can be molded into various shapes and designs, allowing for creative and aerodynamic body designs. It can also be easily customized and modified to suit the builder’s preferences. Repairable: These bodywork components are built to withstand the rigorous demands of motorcycle drag racing. The high-quality fiberglass materials ensure exceptional strength, durability, and longevity, even in the most intense racing conditions.
