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
The 2020 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.
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.
About 66% lower than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 15th percentile across Kawasaki models.
About 45% lighter than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 15th percentile across Kawasaki models.
About 15% taller than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 95th percentile across Kawasaki models.
About 58% smaller than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 10th percentile across Kawasaki models.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 80/100-21 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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) |
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Other specifications
| Color options | Lime Green |
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| Price as new | US$ 4399. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
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