Dual-Sport Motorcycles
2026Kawasaki KLX230
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The 2026 Kawasaki KLX230 is an approachable lightweight dual-sport motorcycle designed for beginner and amateur riders seeking adventure on and off-road. Known for its manageable 880mm seat height, nimble handling, and reliable fuel-injected single-cylinder engine, it excels as an accessible trail bike for developing skills and exploring diverse terrain.
- Capacity
- 233.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 126.0 kg
- Seat height
- 846 mm
- Power
- 17.0 HP (12.7 kW) @ 8000 RPM
What’s new for the 2026 Kawasaki KLX230
vs the 2025| Spec | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 20.3 HP (14.9 kW) | 17.0 HP (12.7 kW) @ 8000 RPM |
| Torque | — | 17.6 Nm (1.8 kgf-m or 13.0 ft.lbs) @ 6400 RPM |
| Dry weight | — | 126.0 kg (277.8 pounds) |
| Seat height | 884 mm (34.8 inches) | 846 mm (33.3 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1379 mm (54.3 inches) | 1364 mm (53.7 inches) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- 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.
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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- Capacity
- 233.0 ccm
- Power
- 17.0 HP (12.7 kW) @ 8000 RPM
- Torque
- 17.6 Nm (1.8 kgf-m) @ 6400 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1349 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 67.0 x 66.0 mm
- Compression
- 9.4:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Digital
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc, manual
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1364 mm
- Overall length
- 2080 mm
- Overall width
- 846 mm
- Overall height
- 1140 mm
- Seat height
- 846 mm
- Dry weight
- 126.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 133.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 7.60 litres
- Ground clearance
- 264 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Perimeter, high-tensile steel
- Front suspension
- 37mm telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Uni-Trak® linkage system and single shock with adjustable spring preload
- Front wheel travel
- 201 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 224 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 24.6°
- Trail
- 97 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Dual-piston. Petal disc.
- Front brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Single-piston. Petal disc.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Front tyre
- 2.75 x 21
- Rear tyre
- 4.10 x 18
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 233 cc | 233 cc | 233 cc | 233 cc | 233 cc |
| Dry weight | — | — | — | — | 126 kg |
| Seat height | 885 mm | 884 mm | 884 mm | 884 mm | 846 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 7.6 L | 7.6 L | 7.6 L | 7.6 L | 7.6 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 KLX230?
The 2026 Kawasaki KLX230 has a Capacity of 233.0 ccm (14.22 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki KLX230 have?
The 2026 Kawasaki KLX230 has a Power of 17.0 HP (12.7 kW) @ 8000 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki KLX230 have?
The 2026 Kawasaki KLX230 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki KLX230?
The 2026 Kawasaki KLX230 has a Torque of 17.6 Nm (1.8 kgf-m or 13.0 ft.lbs) @ 6400 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki KLX230 weigh?
The 2026 Kawasaki KLX230 has a Dry weight of 126.0 kg (277.8 pounds).
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