Supermotos
2025Kawasaki KLX230SM
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The 2025 Kawasaki KLX230SM is a lightweight supermoto designed for beginner and intermediate riders seeking street-legal versatility. Its 233cc single-cylinder engine delivers accessible power with nimble handling, making it ideal for urban commuting and occasional off-road exploration. Known for affordability and manageable performance, it suits riders transitioning from smaller bikes or those prioritizing fun over raw power.
- Capacity
- 233.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 129.0 kg
- Seat height
- 841 mm
- Power
- 20.3 HP (14.9 kW)
What’s new for the 2025 Kawasaki KLX230SM
vs the 2024| Spec | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Torque | 19.8 Nm (2.0 kgf-m or 14.6 ft.lbs) @ 6100 RPM | 17.9 Nm (1.8 kgf-m or 13.2 ft.lbs) @ 6400 RPM |
| Wet weight | 134.0 kg (295.4 pounds) | 136.0 kg (299.8 pounds) |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Dual-piston. Petal disc. Optional ABS. | Single disc. Dual-piston. Petal disc. ABS. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Single-piston. Petal disc. Optional ABS. | Single disc. Single-piston. Petal disc. ABS. |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- This is a lightweight supermoto designed for playful street riding, urban commuting, and darting through tight corners rather than outright speed or distance.
- Built for
- A fun, flickable, low-displacement machine that rewards momentum-carrying riding style over raw power.
- Not ideal for
- It is not a good fit for riders wanting highway touring capability, a passenger-friendly setup, or strong straight-line acceleration.
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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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the published US (EPA-style) fuel economy estimate and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 233.0 ccm
- Power
- 20.3 HP (14.9 kW)
- CO2 Emissions
- 69 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- SKAXC.233AAB-018
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 2.95 L/100km (79.7 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 0.9 CO g/km
- Torque
- 17.9 Nm (1.8 kgf-m) @ 6400 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1574 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
- TCBI Electronic Advance
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- 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
- 2035 mm
- Overall width
- 846 mm
- Overall height
- 1125 mm
- Seat height
- 841 mm
- Dry weight
- 129.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 136.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 7.60 litres
- Ground clearance
- 221 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
- 188 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 221 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 24.9°
- Trail
- 76 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Dual-piston. Petal disc. ABS.
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Single-piston. Petal disc. ABS.
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 110/70-17
- Rear tyre
- 120/70-17
Other
- Color options
- Battle grey
- Comments
- ERGO-FIT®, LCD Instrumentation with Smartphone Connectivity via RIDEOLOGY THE APP MOTORCYCLE.
- Fuel Tank Material
- Metal
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 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 233 cc | 233 cc | 233 cc | 233 cc | 233 cc |
| Dry weight | 129 kg | 129 kg | 129 kg | 130 kg | 130 kg |
| Seat height | 846 mm | 846 mm | 841 mm | 841 mm | 841 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.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki KLX230SM?
The 2025 Kawasaki KLX230SM has a Capacity of 233.0 ccm (14.22 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki KLX230SM have?
The 2025 Kawasaki KLX230SM has a Power of 20.3 HP (14.9 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki KLX230SM have?
The 2025 Kawasaki KLX230SM has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki KLX230SM?
The 2025 Kawasaki KLX230SM has a Torque of 17.9 Nm (1.8 kgf-m or 13.2 ft.lbs) @ 6400 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki KLX230SM weigh?
The 2025 Kawasaki KLX230SM has a Dry weight of 129.0 kg (284.4 pounds).
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