2024Kawasaki KLX230

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The 2024 Kawasaki KLX230 is a lightweight enduro bike designed for beginners and recreational riders seeking an accessible off-road platform. Powered by a fuel-injected 233cc single-cylinder engine paired with a six-speed transmission, it delivers manageable power with excellent reliability. Known for its approachable seat height and nimble handling, the KLX230 excels as an entry-level trail bike for learning fundamental off-road skills.

Capacity: 233.0 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 132.0 kg
Seat height: 884 mm
Power: 20.3 HP (14.9 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail78%

Cornering45%

City riding50%

Daily riding40%

Touring25%

Two-up20%

Track10%

Best for: Designed primarily as a lightweight trail and dual-sport bike for casual off-road exploration and easy commuting rather than outright performance.
Built for: A friendly, forgiving, and nimble machine that rewards playful low-speed handling over raw speed or long-distance comfort.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking high-speed highway cruising, heavy touring loads, or serious two-up passenger comfort.

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At 884mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will not reach the ground comfortably on the 2024 Kawasaki KLX230, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 233.0 ccm
Power: 20.3 HP (14.9 kW)
CO2 Emissions: 69 CO2 g/km
EPA Certificate No.: RKAXC.233AAB-024-R01
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 2.95 L/100km (79.7 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 0.9 CO g/km
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.1538 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 67.0 x 66.0 mm
Compression: 9.4:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: TCBI Electronic Advance
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 2
Lubrication system: Forced lubrication, wet sump
Torque: Not on record - add it

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet multi-disc, manual

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1379 mm
Overall length: 2106 mm
Overall width: 836 mm
Overall height: 1166 mm
Seat height: 884 mm
Wet weight: 132.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 7.60 litres
Ground clearance: 264 mm
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: High-tensile steel, box-section perimeter
Front suspension: 37mm telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Uni-TrakÂ® linkage system and single shock with adjustable spring preload
Front wheel travel: 221 mm
Rear wheel travel: 224 mm
Rake (fork angle): 27.5°
Trail: 117 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. Dual-piston. Petal disc.
Front brakes diameter: 240 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Single-piston. Petal disc.
Front tyre: 2.75-21
Rear tyre: 4.10-18

Other

Color options: Battle Gray
Warranty: 12
Fuel Tank Material: Metal

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2020	2022	2023	2024	2025	2026
Capacity	233 cc	233 cc	233 cc	233 cc	233 cc	233 cc
Dry weight	—	—	—	—	—	126 kg
Seat height	885 mm	884 mm	884 mm	884 mm	884 mm	846 mm
Fuel capacity	6.4 L	7.6 L	7.6 L	7.6 L	7.6 L	7.6 L