Across the 2022, 2023 and 2024 model years, the Kawasaki KLX 230S motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 293.2 lb (133 kg) to 295.4 lb (134 kg).
Kawasaki KLX 230S 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 KLX 230S?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki KLX 230S is heavier than about 70.7% of 46 Kawasaki enduro/off-road motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight range
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Kawasaki KLX 230S weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2022, 2023, 2024 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 293.2 lb (133 kg) to 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 changes by model year
The 2022 model is used as the baseline where data is available. Only later supplied values that differ are shown below. A year pill does not mean every individual weight field was supplied for that year.
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 0.79 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 125.8 lb / 100 cc to 126.8 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.2% to 4.2% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki KLX 230S weight FAQ
How much does the Kawasaki KLX 230S weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 293.2 lb (133 kg) to 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 KLX 230S weight compare with similar Kawasakis?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 71st percentile among 46 compatible Kawasaki enduro/off-road motorcycles.
Are all Kawasaki KLX 230S model years the same weight?
There are year-to-year differences in the supplied data. The earliest covered year is used as the baseline, with later changed values shown separately above.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Kawasaki KLX 230S?
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 KLX 230S weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 474.3 lb (215.1 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
How much of the Kawasaki KLX 230S total weight comes from fuel?
Fuel accounts for roughly 4.2% to 4.2% of the available motorcycle weight figure. On lighter bikes that share can be surprisingly noticeable.
What is the Kawasaki KLX 230S engine-size-to-weight ratio?
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 far is the Kawasaki KLX 230S from the median Kawasaki enduro/off-road motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 34.2 lb (15.5 kg) heavier than the median Kawasaki enduro/off-road motorcycle weight of 260.1 lb (118 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Kawasaki KLX 230S 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.