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You've probably heard more than your fair share of fear and speculation around tariffs impacting motorcycle prices. Will CFMoto lose its pricing advantage? Will Harleys become even more expensive? What about Italian imports?
We can't predict how the rest of the year will look for motorcycle buyers, but we have found some good news worth sharing: the folks at Kawasaki are actually bucking the pricing trend by offering solid discounts on these five models for 2025.
2025 Kawasaki KLX 300
The KLX300 is Kawasaki's do-it-all dual sport, an easy-riding machine with good power, good suspension, and a proven track record of reliability. The KLX recently got a facelift as well, and looks much more attractive from every angle.
As for the price, Kawasaki has confirmed they'll be cutting a healthy $750 off the KLX300 compared to last year. That brings the starting MSRP down to just $5,449, and we can confirm the bike is worth every penny.
2025 Kawasaki Ninja 650
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Kawasaki's Ninja 650 is easily one of the most popular beginner sport bikes of all time, and for good reason: The parallel twin engine makes great usable torque without overwhelming newer riders, and the chassis is fun and flickable in the corners.
The Ninja 650 probably doesn't need any help selling, as these bikes generally move like hotcakes, but Kawasaki has cut the price for 2025 just the same. A $900 reduction brings this sharp little sportbike down to just $7,399 for the non-ABS version.
2025 Kawasaki Z650
Photo credit: KawasakiIf you're digging the Ninja 650's ease of use and rideability but prefer your sportbikes in the nude, Kawasaki's Z650 is getting the same treatment. A $900 drop in price for 2025 puts this well-rounded standard up for grabs starting at $7,249.
Truth be told, we'd probably opt for the Z ourselves, as the open rider triangle and more upright seating position make for a more comfortable all-day ride. You're still getting the same great motor, just a lot less plastic and a little less wind protection.
2025 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R & ZX-4RR
Photo credit: KawasakiKawasaki's ZX-4R and 4RR motorcycles are a special breed. Small but mighty, these pint-sized machines pack high-revving inline 4 motors and razor-sharp chassis, making them ideal for budget-friendly track day duty.
Both the base model and the up-spec "RR" version are getting the same $400 price cut this season, bringing their asking prices to $8,999 and $9,699, respectively. Personally, we'd spring for the "RR" version, as it gets upgraded suspension and a quickshifter.
2025 Kawasaki Eliminator
Photo credit: KawasakiLast but not least, we have Kawasaki's 2025 Eliminator, a beginner-friendly cruiser that shares its torque-laden 451cc twin-cylinder engine with the Ninja 500 sportbike. If clean lines and minimalism are your bag, this one is worth a look.
The price cut for 2025 isn't quite as substantial as other models, as the Eliminator was only reduced by $150. Still, that brings the MSRP down to just $6,499, the same price as Honda's latest Rebel 500.
