The Kawasaki KLX 230 SE motorcycle specifications include a 233 cc (14.22 cu in) engine, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 132 kg (291.1 lb).
Key specifications
The 2022 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.
How the Kawasaki KLX 230 SE 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 37% lighter than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 18th percentile across Kawasaki models.
About 10% taller than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 90th percentile across Kawasaki models.
About 50% smaller than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 15th percentile across Kawasaki models.
Kawasaki database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the Kawasaki specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
233 cc — larger displacement than about 15% of Kawasaki models.
132 kg — heavier than about 18% of Kawasaki models, or lighter than about 82%.
884 mm — taller than about 90% of Kawasaki models.
7.6 L — larger than about 15% of Kawasaki fuel tanks in this database.
Dimensions compared with Kawasaki average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across Kawasaki models where that dimension is available.
2,106
2,122
Close to average.
836
833
Close to average.
1,158
1,175
Close to average.
1,379
1,441
4% below average.
884
801
10% above average.
211
187
13% above average.
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) |
Model information
| Category | Enduro / offroad |
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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 | 9.4:1 |
| 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, box-section 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 | 221 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 224 mm (8.8 inches) |
| Rake | 27.5° |
| Trail | 117 mm (4.6 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Single disc. Dual-piston. Petal disc. Optional ABS. |
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| Rear brakes | Single disc. Single-piston. Petal disc. Optional ABS. |
| Front tire | 80/100-21 |
| Rear tire | 100/100-18 |
| Wheels | Wire spoked. Black anodized rims. |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 132 kg (291.1 lb) |
|---|---|
| Seat height | 884 mm (34.8 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,106 mm (82.9 inches) |
| Overall width | 836 mm (32.9 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,158 mm (45.6 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,379 mm (54.3 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 211 mm (8.3 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 7.57 L (2.00 US gal) |
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Other specifications
| Color options | Firecracker Red, Oriental Blue |
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| Factory warranty | 12 months |
| Price as new | US$ 4999. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Comments | Special edition. Hand guards. Tapered handlebar. Skid plate. Frame covers. |
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.