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2025Kawasaki W230

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The 2025 Kawasaki W230 is a lightweight classic motorcycle designed for beginner and novice riders seeking an affordable, manageable entry point into motorcycling. Powered by a modest 233cc single-cylinder four-stroke engine producing 17.3 horsepower, it prioritizes simplicity, ease of handling, and low maintenance. The W230 is best known for combining retro styling with modern fuel injection reliability, making it an ideal starter bike for those new to riding.

Capacity: 233.0 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 143.0 kg
Seat height: 745 mm
Power: 17.8 HP (13.1 kW)

⇄ Compare with another bike ＋ Add to garage All model years ⚠ Recalls listed (2)

Other years 2025 2026 2027

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail15%

Cornering40%

City riding75%

Daily riding65%

Touring30%

Two-up35%

Track10%

Best for: Built for relaxed, stylish urban riding and short leisurely rides rather than outright performance or distance touring.
Built for: A classic-styled, retro commuter that favors charm, simplicity, and low running costs over speed or aggression.
Not ideal for: Not suited for riders wanting high-speed highway cruising, off-road adventures, or two-up long-distance touring.

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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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 745mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2025 Kawasaki W230, with a moderate knee angle of around 110 degrees and a forward-leaning 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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Range and running costs

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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based on the maker's published fuel consumption 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.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 233.0 ccm
Power: 17.8 HP (13.1 kW)
CO2 Emissions: 62 CO2 g/km
EPA Certificate No.: SKAXC.233AAC-022-R01
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 2.64 L/100km (89.1 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 4.2 CO g/km
Torque: 18.6 Nm (1.9 kgf-m) @ 5800 RPM
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 2.50 litres/100 km (40.0 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.1245 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 67.0 x 66.0 mm
Compression: 9.0:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Digital
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

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1415 mm
Overall length: 2125 mm
Overall width: 800 mm
Overall height: 1090 mm
Seat height: 745 mm
Wet weight: 143.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 12.00 litres
Ground clearance: 150 mm
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Tubular, semi-double cradle
Front suspension: Telescopic fork, 37 mm
Rear suspension: Twin shocks with spring preload adjustability
Trail: 99 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. Dual piston
Rear brakes: Single disc. Single piston
Front tyre: 90/90-M18
Rear tyre: 110/90-M17

Other

Color options: Metallic Ocean Blue/Ebony
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	2025	2026	2027
Capacity	233 cc	233 cc	233 cc
Seat height	745 mm	745 mm	745 mm
Fuel capacity	12 L	12 L	12 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

Safety Recalls

⚠ 2 recalls may apply

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:BULBSJun 2026 · 26V387000

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kawasaki) is recalling certain 2025-2026 W230 motorcycles. The turn signal light bulbs may contain foreign material or have cracks, resulting in light bulb failure.

Risk: A front or rear turn signal that does not illuminate to indicate the rider's direction of travel increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace all turn signal lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Kawasaki customer service at (855) 878-4217. Kawasaki's number for this recall is MC26-08.

ENGINEJun 2025 · 25V363000

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2025 BJ230A (W230 ABS) motorcycles. The electrical ground connection between the battery and frame may become unstable and result in an engine stall.

Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy: KMC will replace the battery harness and secure the ground connection, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 12, 2025. KMC's number for this recall is MC25-06.

These recalls cover some 2025 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.

Source: NHTSA. View all Kawasaki recalls →