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2010Kawasaki KLX 140

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The 2010 Kawasaki KLX 140 is a lightweight enduro designed for young riders and beginners seeking an accessible off-road experience. Its 144cc air-cooled four-stroke engine delivers manageable power with reliable simplicity, while the steel perimeter frame provides durability for trail riding and training purposes.

Capacity
144.0 ccm
Engine
Single, four-stroke
Gearbox
5-speed
Dry weight
88.0 kg
Seat height
780 mm
Power
14.1 HP (10.4 kW)

What’s new for the 2010 Kawasaki KLX 140

vs the 2009
Spec20092010
Rear suspension UNI-TRAK® linkage system and single shock with 5-way preload adjustability / 7.1 in. UNI-TRAK linkage system and single shock with 5-way preload adjustability / 7.1 in.
Other years 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 5Agility 70Comfort 30Off-road 70Touring 10Road manners 20
Off-road & trail70%
Cornering40%
City riding25%
Daily riding20%
Touring10%
Two-up5%
Track10%
Best for
It's a lightweight trail and recreational off-road bike designed for casual dirt riding rather than speed or long-distance travel.
Built for
It's a friendly, forgiving, low-power trail companion that rewards playful, low-speed maneuvering over raw performance.
Not ideal for
It's not suitable for highway travel, touring, carrying a passenger, or riders seeking real speed or power.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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At 780mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2010 Kawasaki KLX 140, with a cramped knee angle of around 65 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
144.0 ccm
Power
14.1 HP (10.4 kW)
Engine type
Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.1602 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
58.0 x 54.4 mm
Compression
9.5:1
Cooling system
Air
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Electric & kick
Ignition
CDI
Valves per cylinder
2
Torque
Not on record - add it
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Multiplate, wet
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1260 mm
Overall length
1821 mm
Overall width
790 mm
Overall height
1049 mm
Seat height
780 mm
Dry weight
88.0 kg
Wet weight
93.0 kg
Fuel capacity
5.70 litres
Ground clearance
236 mm
Chassis & suspension
Frame
High-Tensile steel, box-section perimeter
Front suspension
33mm telescopic fork / 7.1 in.
Rear suspension
UNI-TRAK linkage system and single shock with 5-way preload adjustability / 7.1 in.
Front wheel travel
180 mm
Rear wheel travel
180 mm
Rake (fork angle)
27.0°
Trail
84 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Front brakes diameter
220 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
186 mm
Front tyre
70/100-17
Rear tyre
90/100-14
Other
Color options
Lime Green

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 200920102012201520172020
Capacity 144 cc 144 cc 144 cc 144 cc 144 cc 144 cc
Dry weight 88 kg 88 kg — — — —
Seat height 780 mm 780 mm 780 mm 780 mm 780 mm 780 mm
Fuel capacity 5.7 L 5.7 L 5.7 L 5.7 L 5.7 L 5.8 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Kawasaki KLX 140?

The 2010 Kawasaki KLX 140 has a Capacity of 144.0 ccm (8.79 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Kawasaki KLX 140 have?

The 2010 Kawasaki KLX 140 has a Power of 14.1 HP (10.4 kW).

How many gears does the Kawasaki KLX 140 have?

The 2010 Kawasaki KLX 140 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

How much does the Kawasaki KLX 140 weigh?

The 2010 Kawasaki KLX 140 has a Dry weight of 88.0 kg (194.0 pounds).

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