Kawasaki KLX230 Specs (Top Speed | Horsepower | Weight)

The Kawasaki KLX230 motorcycle specifications include a 233 cc (14.22 cu in) engine, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 115 kg (253.6 lb).

Key specifications

2020-2023Model years
233 ccDisplacement
115 kgWet weight
919 mmSeat height
6.4 LFuel tank
1,359 mmWheelbase
300 mmGround clearance
Model years covered
2020202120222023
Year-specific specification changes

The 2020 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.

Compression ratio
20239.4:1
Frame
20212023High-tensile steel, box-section perimeter
Front brakes
20212023Single disc. Dual-piston. Petal disc.
Front tire
20232.75-21
Rear brakes
20212023Single disc. Single-piston. Petal disc.
Rear tire
20234.10-18
Wet weight
20212022133 kg (293.3 lb)
2023132 kg (291.1 lb)
Wheelbase
202120231,379 mm (54.3 inches)
Front wheel travel
20212023221 mm (8.7 inches)
Fuel capacity
202120237.57 L (2.00 US gal)
Ground clearance
20212023264 mm (10.4 inches)
Overall height
202120231,166 mm (45.9 inches)
Overall length
202120232,106 mm (82.9 inches)
Overall width
20212023836 mm (32.9 inches)
Rake
2021202327.5°
Rear wheel travel
20212023224 mm (8.8 inches)
Seat height
20212023884 mm (34.8 inches)
Trail
20212023117 mm (4.6 inches)

How the Kawasaki KLX230 compares

This compares the motorcycle with all Kawasaki models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Kawasaki database average.

Displacement233 cc
Low 84 ccAverage 687 ccHigh 1,700 cc

About 66% lower than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 15th percentile across Kawasaki models.

Wet weight115 kg
Low 70.3 kgAverage 208 kgHigh 383.1 kg

About 45% lighter than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 15th percentile across Kawasaki models.

Seat height919 mm
Low 680 mmAverage 801 mmHigh 955 mm

About 15% taller than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 95th percentile across Kawasaki models.

Fuel capacity6.4 L
Low 3.8 LAverage 15.3 LHigh 24 L

About 58% smaller than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 10th percentile across Kawasaki models.

This model Kawasaki database average

Mechanical overview

Engine layout snapshot

Single cylinder, four-stroke • 233 cc • Air cooled
Chassis snapshot

Wheelbase 1,359 mmSeat 919 mmClearance 300 mm
6-speed • Chain (final drive) • 80/100-21 front / 100/100-18 rear

Additional useful specifications

Front tire size 80/100-21
Rear tire size 100/100-18
Front tire width 80 mm
Front tire aspect ratio 100%
Front rim diameter 21 in
Rear tire width 100 mm
Rear tire aspect ratio 100%
Rear rim diameter 18 in
Bore/stroke ratio 1.02:1 (Square)

Engine specifications

Engine type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Displacement 233 cc (14.22 cu in)
Bore × stroke 67.0 x 66 mm (2.6 x 2.6 inches)
Compression ratio 11.0:1
Valves per cylinder 4
Cooling system Air
Fuel system Injection. DFI® with 32mm Keihin throttle body
Fuel control Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Ignition TCBI Electronic Advance
Starter Electric
Lubrication Forced lubrication, wet sump

Transmission and drivetrain

Gearbox 6-speed
Final drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Wet multi-disc, manual

Chassis and suspension

Frame High-tensile steel perimeter
Front suspension 37mm telescopic fork
Rear suspension Uni-Trak® linkage system and single shock with adjustable spring preload
Front wheel travel 249 mm (9.8 inches)
Rear wheel travel 251 mm (9.9 inches)
Rake 26.5°
Trail 112 mm (4.4 inches)

Brakes, wheels and tires

Front brakes Single disc. Dual-piston
Rear brakes Single disc. Single-piston
Front tire 80/100-21
Rear tire 100/100-18
Wheels Wire spoked

Dimensions and weight

Wet weight 115 kg (253.6 lb)
Seat height 919 mm (36.2 inches)
Overall length 2,299 mm (90.5 inches)
Overall width 841 mm (33.1 inches)
Overall height 1,199 mm (47.2 inches)
Wheelbase 1,359 mm (53.5 inches)
Ground clearance 300 mm (11.8 inches)

Fuel and emissions

Fuel capacity 6.43 L (1.70 US gal)

Other specifications

Color options Lime Green
Price as new US$ 4399. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.

Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from Kawasaki models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official Kawasaki information before relying on them. Visit the official Kawasaki website.