Enduro Bikes
2016Kawasaki KLX 150L
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The 2016 Kawasaki KLX 150L is an accessible dual-sport designed for beginner and intermediate riders seeking affordable adventure riding. Its lightweight construction, comfortable ergonomics, and capable suspension make it ideal for trail exploration and light off-road use. Known for reliability and ease of handling, the KLX 150L excels as an entry-level bike for developing riding skills.
- Capacity
- 144.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 115.0 kg
- Seat height
- 875 mm
- Power
- 12.0 HP (8.8 kW) @ 8000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as a lightweight trail bike for casual off-road exploration, learning, and low-speed dual-sport fun rather than performance riding.
- Built for
- A playful, forgiving, and simple machine that rewards momentum-carrying and finesse rather than outright speed.
- 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.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 144.0 ccm
- Power
- 12.0 HP (8.8 kW) @ 8000 RPM
- Torque
- 11.3 Nm (1.2 kgf-m) @ 6500 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1043 HP/kg (wet)
- 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
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Multi disc
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1340 mm
- Overall length
- 2080 mm
- Overall width
- 770 mm
- Overall height
- 1145 mm
- Seat height
- 875 mm
- Wet weight
- 115.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 5.70 litres
- Ground clearance
- 300 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Perimeter, steel
- Front suspension
- 33mm telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Uni-Trak, with 5-way adjustable preload
- Front wheel travel
- 175 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 190 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 26.0°
- Trail
- 107 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Two-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 190 mm
- Front tyre
- 70/100-21
- Rear tyre
- 90/100-18
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 | 2015 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 144 cc | 144 cc |
| Seat height | 875 mm | 875 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 5.7 L | 5.7 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 150L?
The 2016 Kawasaki KLX 150L has a Capacity of 144.0 ccm (8.79 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki KLX 150L have?
The 2016 Kawasaki KLX 150L has a Power of 12.0 HP (8.8 kW) @ 8000 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki KLX 150L have?
The 2016 Kawasaki KLX 150L has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki KLX 150L?
The 2016 Kawasaki KLX 150L has a Torque of 11.3 Nm (1.2 kgf-m or 8.3 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki KLX 150L weigh?
The 2016 Kawasaki KLX 150L has a Wet weight of 115.0 kg (253.5 pounds).
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