Enduro Bikes
2026Kawasaki KLX 140R
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The 2026 Kawasaki KLX 140R is a lightweight enduro motorcycle designed for beginner to intermediate off-road riders. Known for its manageable 144cc air-cooled engine and responsive handling, it excels in trail riding and provides an accessible platform for learning fundamental dirt bike skills and techniques.
- 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)
What’s new for the 2026 Kawasaki KLX 140R
vs the 2025| Spec | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 1330 mm (52.4 inches) | 1260 mm (49.6 inches) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's a lightweight recreational off-road machine designed for trail play, dirt tracks, and learning to ride rather than any kind of speed or highway use.
- Built for
- Expect a forgiving, low-intimidation ride with a simple air-cooled single, carbureted engine and modest power delivery that rewards smooth throttle control over aggression.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the bike for taller or heavier adults, highway commuting, two-up touring, or anyone seeking real speed or long-distance 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
- 144.0 ccm
- Power
- 14.1 HP (10.4 kW)
- Torque
- 8.0 Nm (0.8 kgf-m) @ 4000 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1516 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 58.0 x 54.4 mm
- Compression
- 9.5:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Digital DC-CDI
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Multiplate, wet manual clutch
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1260 mm
- Overall length
- 1820 mm
- Overall width
- 790 mm
- Overall height
- 1050 mm
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Wet weight
- 93.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 5.80 litres
- Ground clearance
- 235 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- High-tensile steel, box-section perimeter
- Front suspension
- 33mm telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Uni-Trak linkage system and single shock with piggyback reservoir, fully adjustable preload and 22-way rebound damping
- Front wheel travel
- 180 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 180 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 27.0°
- Trail
- 85 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Petal disc with a dual-piston caliper
- Front brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Petal disc with single-piston caliper
- Rear brakes diameter
- 186 mm
- Front tyre
- 70/100-17
- Rear tyre
- 90/100-14
Other
- Color options
- Lime Green
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 | 2021 | 2023 | 2024 | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 144 cc | 144 cc | 144 cc | 144 cc | 144 cc |
| Seat height | 780 mm | 780 mm | 800 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 5.7 L | 5.7 L | 5.7 L | 5.8 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 140R?
The 2026 Kawasaki KLX 140R has a Capacity of 144.0 ccm (8.79 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki KLX 140R have?
The 2026 Kawasaki KLX 140R has a Power of 14.1 HP (10.4 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki KLX 140R have?
The 2026 Kawasaki KLX 140R has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki KLX 140R?
The 2026 Kawasaki KLX 140R has a Torque of 8.0 Nm (0.8 kgf-m or 5.9 ft.lbs) @ 4000 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki KLX 140R weigh?
The 2026 Kawasaki KLX 140R has a Wet weight of 93.0 kg (205.0 pounds).
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