Enduro Bikes

2027Kawasaki KLX 140R F

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The 2027 Kawasaki KLX 140R F is a lightweight enduro bike designed for young and novice riders seeking an accessible entry point into off-road motorcycling. Its 144cc air-cooled single-cylinder engine delivers manageable power with excellent low-end torque, while the nimble chassis and compact dimensions make it ideal for tight trails and technical terrain. Known for its reliability and forgiving nature, the KLX 140R F excels as a learning platform.

Capacity: 144.0 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 93.0 kg
Seat height: 860 mm
Power: 14.1 HP (10.4 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail82%

Cornering30%

City riding25%

Daily riding20%

Touring12%

Two-up5%

Track10%

Best for: Built for light trail riding, dirt paths, and recreational off-road exploration rather than speed or long-distance travel.
Built for: A nimble, forgiving, air-cooled single that prioritizes easy manageability and confidence-building off-road capability over outright performance.
Not ideal for: Not suitable for highway travel, two-up touring, or riders seeking strong acceleration and high top speed.

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

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At 860mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with tip-toe one foot on the 2027 Kawasaki KLX 140R F, 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: 144.0 ccm
Power: 14.1 HP (10.4 kW)
Torque: 12.0 Nm (1.2 kgf-m) @ 6000 RPM
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.1516 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 58.0 x 54.4 mm
Compression: 9.5:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Carburettor
Ignition: Digital DC-CDI
Lubrication system: Forced lubrication, wet sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Multiplate, wet

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1331 mm
Overall length: 2005 mm
Overall width: 790 mm
Overall height: 1135 mm
Seat height: 860 mm
Dry weight: 93.0 kg
Wet weight: 99.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 5.80 litres
Ground clearance: 315 mm

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, 20-way rebound damping and threaded preload adjustability
Front wheel travel: 191 mm
Rear wheel travel: 201 mm
Rake (fork angle): 27.0°
Trail: 116 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
Front tyre: 70/100-21
Rear tyre: 90/100-18

Other

Color options: Lime Green

Specs last verified against published sources: October 2026.

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
Dry weight	93 kg	93 kg	93 kg	93 kg	93 kg
Seat height	861 mm	861 mm	861 mm	860 mm	860 mm
Fuel capacity	5.7 L	5.7 L	5.7 L	5.8 L	5.8 L