2026 Kawasaki KLX230 SHERPA S
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Specifications
| Engine | 233cc, air-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC 2-valve single |
| Power | 13 kW {18 PS} / 8,000 rpm |
| Torque | 18 Nm {1.8 kgfm} / 6,400 rpm |
| Transmission | 6-speed, return |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| Fuel System | Fuel injection: ø32 mm x 1 |
| Fuel Capacity | 7.6 litres |
| Seat Height | 825 mm (32.5 in) |
| Curb Weight* | 135 kg (298 Ib) |
| Wheelbase | 1,355 mm (53.3 in) |
| Road Clearance | 215 mm (8.50 in) |
| Front Suspension / Wheel Travel | ø37 mm telescopic fork / 158 mm (6.2 in) |
| Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel | New Uni Trak with adjustable preload / 168 mm (6.6 in) |
| Front Brake | ø265 mm petal disc with dual-piston caliper |
| Rear Brake | ø220 mm petal disc with single-piston caliper |
| Front Tire | 2.75-21 45P |
| Rear Tire | 4.10-18 59P |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 2,060 x 920 x 1,125 mm (81.8 x 36.2 x 44.3 in) |
| Warranty | 12 months |
| Frame | Perimeter, high-tensile steel |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc, manual |
| Ignition | Digital |
| Starting | Electric |
| Lubrication | Forced lubrication, wet sump |
| Rake / Trail | 24.4° / 96 mm |
| Bore x Stroke | 67.0 x 66.0 mm |
| Instrumentation | LCD screen with speedometer, odometer, dual trip meters, fuel gauge, clock, smartphone call and mail notices, Bluetooth indicator, and a range of indicator lamps |
| Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 |
| Steering Angle (L/R) | 45° / 45° |
| Estimated Dry Weight** | 128 kg (282 Ib) |
| Kawasaki Protection Plus | 12 / 24 / 36 / 48 months |