Enduro Bikes

2014Kawasaki KLX 140

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The 2014 Kawasaki KLX 140 is a lightweight enduro bike ideal for younger riders and beginners seeking off-road adventure. Its 144cc air-cooled single-cylinder engine delivers accessible performance with reliable carbureted fuel delivery and five-speed transmission. Known for its nimble handling and durable steel frame, the KLX 140 excels in trail riding and learning fundamental dirt bike skills.

Capacity: 144.0 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Wet weight: 93.0 kg
Seat height: 780 mm
Power: 14.1 HP (10.4 kW)

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What’s new for the 2014 Kawasaki KLX 140

vs the 2013

Spec	2013	2014
Front brakes	Single disc. Petal disc with a 2-piston caliper	Single disc. Two-piston calipers.
Rear brakes	Single disc. Petal disc with single-piston caliper	Single disc

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

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.

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Units

At 780mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2014 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: 0.1516 HP/kg
Bore x stroke: 58.0 x 54.4 mm
Compression: 9.5:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Electric
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
Wet weight: 93.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 5.70 litres
Ground clearance: 236 mm
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

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. Two-piston calipers.
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
Warranty: 6

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What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2009	2012	2014	2015	2017	2020
Capacity	144 cc	144 cc	144 cc	144 cc	144 cc	144 cc
Dry weight	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