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Specs

New or used
Used
Availability
In stock
Colour
Battle Gray
Available colours
Lime Green Battle GrayManufacturer spec
Displacement
233 ccDealer: 233cc, air-cooled, 4-stroke single-cylinder (SOHC)
Cylinders
1Dealer: 233cc, air-cooled, 4-stroke single-cylinder (SOHC)
Engine cycle
Four-strokeDealer: 233cc, air-cooled, 4-stroke single-cylinder (SOHC)
Cooling
Air-cooled
Transmission
Manual
Final drive
ChainManufacturer spec
Mileage
2,832 mi
Seat height
32.7 inDealer: 32.7 inches (lowered vs standard KLX230)
Wheelbase
53.5 inManufacturer spec
Ground clearance
8.3 in
Wet weight
296–298 lb
Fuel capacity
2 galManufacturer spec
Model code
KLX230MPFNN
Warranty
12 MonthsManufacturer spec
Electric start
YesDealer: Electric start
VIN
MH4LXCM11PJP01077
Stock #
U5392
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Fuel System
Fuel-injected (DFI)
Engine Character
Smooth, torque-focused power (easy to control)
Fuel Tank
~2.0 gallons
Model Type
Dual-Sport

Brakes/Wheels/Tires

Brakes
Front - Single 240 mm petal disc with a dual-piston caliper Rear - Single 220 mm petal disc with single-piston caliperManufacturer spec
Tires
Front - 2.75 x 21 Rear - 4.10 x 18Manufacturer spec

Dimensions

Length
Overall - 81.9 in.Manufacturer spec
Height
Overall - 43.7 in.Manufacturer spec
Width
Overall - 32.9 in.Manufacturer spec
Weight
Curb - 295.5 lb.Manufacturer spec

Engine

Bore x Stroke
67 x 66 mmManufacturer spec
Compression Ratio
9.4:1Manufacturer spec
Fuel System
DFI® with 32 mm Keihin throttle bodyManufacturer spec
Ignition
TCBI Electronic AdvanceManufacturer spec

Operational

Frame
High-tensile steel, box-section perimeterManufacturer spec
Front Suspension
37 mm telescopic fork Travel - 6.2 in. Shorter 2-stageManufacturer spec
Rear Suspension
Uni-Trak® linkage system and single shock with adjustable spring preload Travel - 6.6 in.Manufacturer spec
Rake
27.5°Manufacturer spec
Trail
4.6 in.Manufacturer spec

From the dealer's page

Key Specifications Engine: 233cc, air-cooled, 4-stroke single-cylinder (SOHC) Fuel System: Fuel-injected (DFI) Transmission: 6-speed manual, chain drive Starting: Electric start Size & Weight Seat Height: 32.7 inches (lowered vs standard KLX230) Ground Clearance: 8.3 inches Curb Weight: ~296–298 lbs ⛽ Performance & Capacity Engine Character: Smooth, torque-focused power (easy to control) Fuel Tank: ~2.0 gallons Estimated Price (MSRP): ~$4,999 (base) ~$5,299 (ABS) ️ Features Lower suspension setup for improved accessibility Lightweight steel perimeter frame Front & rear disc brakes (optional ABS) 21" front / 18" rear wheels (true dual-sport setup) Simple LCD display Durable, low-maintenance design What It’s Good For Beginner riders Shorter riders needing a lower seat height Trail riding and light off-road use Commuting and backroad cruising ⚖️ Pros & Cons Pros Very approachable and easy to ride Reliable, simple air-cooled engine Lightweight and confidence-inspiring Affordable dual-sport option Cons Modest power (not highway-focused) Basic suspension (not aggressive trail riding) Small fuel tank

Price history

Tracked since Oct 16, 2026 · last checked 13h ago

Price details as printed by the dealer

  1. Price$3,499

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Timeline

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    Oct 16, 2026

Market context

Comp set: 2021–2025 Kawasaki KLX 230 S · 11 listings

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