Across the 2023, 2024 and 2025 model years, the Kawasaki KLX230SM motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 295.4 lb (134 kg).
Kawasaki KLX230SM weight overview
This is on the lighter side for a road motorcycle. The advantage is usually most obvious while parking, maneuvering at walking speed and moving the bike around off the engine.
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How heavy is the Kawasaki KLX230SM?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki KLX230SM is lighter than about 87.5% of 12 Kawasaki supermoto bikes with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Kawasaki KLX230SM weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2023, 2024, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 295.4 lb (134 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 233 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 2 US gal (7.57 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 12.4 lb (5.6 kg) |
Weight by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 0.79 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 126.8 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.2% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki KLX230SM weight FAQ
How much does the Kawasaki KLX230SM weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 295.4 lb (134 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Kawasaki KLX230SM weight compare with similar Kawasakis?
Relatively light. On a model-level comparison, it is lighter than about 87.5% of 12 Kawasaki supermoto bikes with the same weight basis.
Are all Kawasaki KLX230SM model years the same weight?
There is not enough comparable model-year weight data to determine a year-to-year change. A usable weight figure is available for 2023. No usable dry/wet figure was supplied for 2024, 2025.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Kawasaki KLX230SM?
A full tank works out to about 12.4 lb (5.6 kg) from the listed 2 US gal (7.57 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Kawasaki KLX230SM weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 475.4 lb (215.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
How many cc does the Kawasaki KLX230SM have per pound?
The model has about 0.79 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
How does the Kawasaki KLX230SM compare with the median Kawasaki supermoto bike weight?
The representative wet weight is about 72.8 lb (33 kg) lighter than the median Kawasaki supermoto bike weight of 368.2 lb (167 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Kawasaki KLX230SM easy to move around by hand?
The number is manageable for a road bike, but you still notice it when parking, making tight low-speed turns or catching a lean. On the move, chassis balance can make it feel lighter than the scale suggests.
Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Kawasaki website.